Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 17:55:51
I shall be adding to it regularly, right up to the point that it starts to irrit........ You know :shy:
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 18:00:42
When you sell something on eBay and the punter pays you via Paypal, you are usually sent their address. The information Paypal sends you is the information that the punter fills into their account profile.
With me so far?
So, what drives me nuts (OCD detector started) is when I receive some illiterate bollocks that I have to then amend before I can use. There is no way I can print a postage label when everything is written in lower case.
Example;
andy bloggs
27 the street
Devon
dt12 7ui
I have to change it :shy:
Anyone else?
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 18:05:59
There are two words (used many times on this site and others), they are two completely different words meaning two different things and yet people can't grasp the basic idea :bawl:
YOUR and YOU'RE
You're is an alternative to 'You are' example - You're an illiterate fecker, you're a V-Strom owner and you're welcome (YOU ARE)..
Your It's your bike, it's your house, it's your round...Never, never, never 'your okay' (it makes no sense). :shrug:
This is great. I'm moving on to politics and religion next :violence-uzi:
Join in, otherwise I'll have to rant about being the lone old git. :shock: :old:
Post by: PHIL FAT on June 25, 2012, 18:13:43
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 18:28:45
Quote from: "PHIL FAT"
if that's all that bothers you
Good god no (as time will show) :)
Quote
you need help
Possibly :shy:
Quote
get out on that bike buy a cigar
Now don't get me started on smokers :grin:
Post by: Piglumps on June 25, 2012, 18:35:10
You're, your and (sometimes) yore!
There, their and they're...
To instead of two or too or any combination of these three..
Not enormous things granted, but they just infuriate, sometimes more than others....
Don't even get me started on bloody mother and baby parking spaces - there are so many at the Tesco nearest work that I wonder if half the female population of Abingdon is up the duff! You chose to have a nipper, deal with it!
Disabled spaces are different, though there seem to be about 30 at the same store..
Post by: Strombone on June 25, 2012, 18:37:47
Poor grammar and lazy speech used to have me seething. Now I just roll my eyes.
What saddens me is the ease at which we surrender our English culture to the onslaught from 'international English' and manners.It's almost as if we should like to be anything but British. By this I don't mean clinging to things like Imperial measures and currencies etc (Sorry FR), just our funny little ways :)
Here are a few more niggles to add fuel to the fire:
Using nouns as verbs.
Eating with a fork in the right hand. Fine in the privacy of your own home though but not in public is it? :)
Over familiarity of shop staff. I don't really want to discuss my weekend plans with a cashier I have never spoken to before, regardless of their social standing and education. I am sure they are all lovely people but it is too over familiar for the likes of this old public schoolboy.Give them the cane or beast them, that's what I say :)
Anyway, my advice to you is just relax about it bloke. You wouldn't expect us to be talking in the same manner as they did two or three hundred years ago, and the reason is that language evolves whether we like it or not. So maybe it's OK really...
Can't wait for the religious rant :)
Have a nice day now.
Post by: Brockett on June 25, 2012, 19:07:41
you're right
But for me those who write lol and end of what they hope is funny.
Is it because they think the reader is so thick they might not know it's a joke
and
those who do not Know that no, now and know mean something different.
I love a good rant
disgusted of Harwich
Dave
Post by: StromGeeza on June 25, 2012, 19:36:47
Sure enough, the book was shit.
Geeza
This thread could overtake '4 Word Story', you know....
Post by: Piglumps on June 25, 2012, 19:41:50
Post by: Gassoon on June 25, 2012, 19:47:12
Hmmmm - that should be 'starboard' : I actually annoyed myself on that occasion.
Now that's uber-old-git territory... : (
Piglumps - I blame the nostalgics of today. Just not up to it.
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 20:02:40
What's all this bloody euro-bollocks with shoe sizes :shrug: What the feck is a size 48 shoe :shrug:
Post by: Captain Sensible on June 25, 2012, 20:18:32
Fat Rat
you are quite right.
We couldn't say anymore : ''Act your age not your shoe size'' could we if we used continental shoe sizes?
As for the EU or European Union of undemocratic over pompous self righteous money grabbing bureaucrats I have ever come across in my middle aged life <!-- s:grin: -->:grin:<!-- s:grin: --> <!-- s:lala: -->:lala:<!-- s:lala: --> <!-- s:lala: -->:lala:<!-- s:lala: --> I only have utter contempt <!-- s:shock: -->:shock:<!-- s:shock: -->
Dave
Post by: Strombone on June 25, 2012, 20:19:26
As this is directed at me, I suppose I ought to respond, if only to allow you to vent your outrage further.
Euro sizes have been around for a long time now, and I am surprised that you feign ignorance of them.
As with anything else, the internet provides plenty of information should you require it. However, just as I know that I am size 12 to 12.5 depending on manufacturer, I also know that I am size 47. Easy isn't it?
Post by: Jeff999 on June 25, 2012, 20:28:21
Post by: Chris Graves on June 25, 2012, 20:46:26
Confusing less and fewer. It should be ten items or fewer at supermarket quick checkouts but will they change the sign? No. I've tried. It's simple, less is for quantity and fewer is for numbers.
"How are you today?" "I'm good" is the reply. No, I'm not asking about your behavioural state, I'm asking after your well being.
Don't get me started on apostrophes or I'll be here all night.
Drivers reversing out of driveways, they should be shot at dawn in front of their families. We've already seen the results that this action can cause here on this very website.
I'm going for a rest now and a glass of wine to calm me down.
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 20:53:03
Did you? where did you bring it?
Post by: Strombone on June 25, 2012, 21:16:17
No, it's not self-service. Now bugger off!
Post by: Gassoon on June 25, 2012, 21:31:56
Quote from: "Jeff999"
I'm fed up of incidental music being played on most tv programmes now adays. Is this just me or an age thing? ###
Aye, and why are so many cameramen with the ague employed these days? All these shaky camera shots plays havoc with my eyes and gives me a headache. Can't they afford tripods? The bloody BBC is doing this now...They're as useless as a butchers apostrophe.
And speaking of the BBC, during the unutterably tedious event-coverage of the olympic torch bollocks, a commentator kept alluding to 'the amount of people who have turned up'. Not numbers. Amount. How soddin insulting! :violence-rocket:
Post by: frez on June 25, 2012, 21:35:45
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 21:46:57
People who type your instead of you're :angry-tappingfoot: :neen:
Post by: Sven on June 25, 2012, 22:25:51
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 25, 2012, 23:15:14
Post by: SimonW on June 25, 2012, 23:21:50
Quote from: "Captain Sensible"
Would that be the same EU whose parliament regularly moves between 2 parliament buildings in 2 different cities (at huge cost) because they couldn't agree where HQ should be? And (please forgive me for starting a sentence with an 'and') the same parliament whose members are allowed to claim for travel home each weekend, irrespective of whether or not that actually travel home? Grr...Quote from: "Fat Rat"I'll repeat myself from another thread (now I'M annoying myself)..
What's all this bloody euro-bollocks with shoe sizes :shrug: What the feck is a size 48 shoe :shrug:
Fat Rat
you are quite right.
We couldn't say anymore : ''Act your age not your shoe size'' could we if we used continental shoe sizes?
As for the EU or European Union of undemocratic over pompous self righteous money grabbing bureaucrats I have ever come across in my middle aged life :grin: :lala: :lala: I only have utter contempt :shock:
Dave
Post by: Fatbelly on June 25, 2012, 23:24:11
She lives next door to a primary school - it's traffic chaos twice a day. Can't the little feckers walk any more?
Post by: Fat Rat on June 25, 2012, 23:25:01
:)
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 26, 2012, 02:35:03
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I cheer myself up by taking my 80 year old Mum to the supermarket and we enjoy parking in the spaces marked "Parent and Child".BRILLIANT! :clap: lol lol
Post by: frez on June 26, 2012, 08:29:45
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
Ooh, ooh, I've got one...
People who type your instead of you're :angry-tappingfoot: :neen:
Oops, u'r joking.
Post by: Countrysailor on June 26, 2012, 08:39:13
Rant over.
Post by: Gassoon on June 26, 2012, 08:58:21
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
All these things get on my tits too. I cheer myself up by taking my 80 year old Mum to the supermarket and we enjoy parking in the spaces marked "Parent and Child".
Good one - me and my dad do this at Tescos, and chuckle about it, too! I've even taking to cackling and chortling which is probably a bad thing : (
One specially enjoyable occasion was when the bloke pushing a great long 'train' of trolleys back to the store challenged me as I was locking the car..."You can't park here" he said indignantly (and in my minds eye he was indeed wearing an ARP Wardens white tin hat, and he did utter the name 'Mainwaring' ).
I pointed (to my shame, gleefully) to my dad in his mobility scooter, and then to myself, saying in a voice of ineluctable conclusion:
"Father... and son"
And then I smiled, for I had awaited this day for quite some time...
But now, I realise its not so clever being a moaning old git when you actually enjoy being a moaning old git - so I'm fighting it!
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 09:01:49
When did a Shop become a Store? Oh, and when the feck did 'In Store' become an acceptable term :shrug: :old:
Post by: Gassoon on June 26, 2012, 09:19:55
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 09:58:45
Or Supermarkets
Post by: Alien Mind on June 26, 2012, 10:20:48
This month, I berate anyone who says "PIN number", either say "PIN" or if you need to utter the word
"number" out loud, you could always say "PI Number"! Having read the above, I'm wholeheartedly on
my ex-wife's side for divorcing me...
Post by: Gassoon on June 26, 2012, 10:28:56
Post by: Abercol on June 26, 2012, 10:49:34
I work at a College, you should see and hear the "yoof" we deal with every day. I tried hard not to become a cynical, bitter and twisted moaning old fart, but, lo and behold...its just too damned late.:angry-screaming:
Loving the thread by the way... :soap:
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 11:37:46
Quote from: "Abercol"
Loving the thread by the way... :soap:
I may have to scrap the V-Strom bias and just rename the site :grin:
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 11:39:37
Quote from: Alien Mind
Each month, I chose something different to rant about
Brilliant <!-- s:text-goodpost: -->:text-goodpost:<!-- s:text-goodpost: -->
I'm enjoying this
Post by: frez on June 26, 2012, 12:42:48
Post by: Fatbelly on June 26, 2012, 14:22:42
I've had it 9 weeks and done 8,000 miles - why the hell should it need serviced every month? I know that's an unusual mileage but it shows up how farcical the situation is. My brother's Triumph does 12,000 miles between services!
Post by: Captain Sensible on June 26, 2012, 14:30:57
Why doesn't anyone else besides me think this is an anti social load of old ********** thing to do? What a load of weak lilly livered bunch of southern ****tas that they are down here - no one says anything!
I ask you :shy:
Dave
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 14:59:05
Chickens? luxury!! You want to try being woken up at 5am with a dozen Donkeys calling each other across the fields :icon_batterup:
Oh, and if one shits on your head you would notice it more than if a Chicken did :shock:
Post by: Strombone on June 26, 2012, 15:47:13
Post by: frez on June 26, 2012, 15:57:47
Post by: Piglumps on June 26, 2012, 16:09:42
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
Oh, and if one shits on your head you would notice it more than if a Chicken did :shock:
Why and how you should find yourself in THAT situation is worth a thread to itself!
Me again:
Buddy! Ha. That means something with many buds..
Issues: People don't have issues, magazines have issues. People have or don't have problems. ### ###
'Going forward': What the Hell does 'going forward' mean? It's not like you have a choice. ### ###
Stupid made-up dog breeds: Labradoodle? Cockerpoo? Just wrong. Plain wrong. ### ###
Magazine issues: Why does the August issue of Bike, Ride, Tractor & Machinery, Dogs & Dogging etc get published on the 3rd of June for Pete's sake?
Staycation. No. That is not a bloody 'staycation', it's a day off. Have a word with yourself!
And the next person who tells me I have anger issues.......... :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR:
Post by: Strombone on June 26, 2012, 16:13:09
:-x
Post by: frez on June 26, 2012, 16:16:00
Post by: Piglumps on June 26, 2012, 16:19:17
Quote from: "frez"
A surcharge for paying by card when there is no alternative but to pay by credit/debit card.
On a similar line: You go online to book some tickets for a concert. You click on the tickets, 4 at £25 each. You then proceed to the checkout, then there's a booking fee, a performance charge, a sum for postage and packing (usually £4 per ticket), a levy on using a card, a fee for being between 18 and 900 years old, another for choosing seats that face the stage.
Total bill for 4 £25 tickets: £180!
Oooh, ooh. 'This is Elsie, she's 96 years young.' No. She's 96 years old, 96 years of age (what else do you measure in years then?)..
TV presenter: "And I'd like to welcome everyone's favourite footballer, Gary Neville." Bit of an assumption there isn't it?
This is one of the best threads so far. :grin: :clap: :clap:
Post by: Piglumps on June 26, 2012, 16:19:54
Post by: frez on June 26, 2012, 16:22:51
Post by: Piglumps on June 26, 2012, 16:26:38
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 16:50:04
Edit: I've just been caught by my own Americanism filter :neen:
Post by: Strombone on June 26, 2012, 16:53:52
Quote from: "frez"
Just exactly what is a "rest room". If I'm pushing out a log I'm not resting...
Your right. It's a bathroom, wear you can often find me taking a comfort brake ;)
Post by: Piglumps on June 26, 2012, 17:20:03
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 17:51:09
I am selling a car at the moment (anyone want a SWB 2.8TD Pajero with blown Head Gasket?)
Why do people insist on asking 'How much for cash'? What other means were they considering on paying, their last born child?? ###
Post by: Strombone on June 26, 2012, 18:15:14
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
My last one of the day (maybe)..
It's your call...
Post by: Piglumps on June 26, 2012, 18:22:50
My last for the day lest I should explode: People that use capital letters inappropriately, or is Head Gasket a job title? Lucky him, he got blown! :lala:
Post by: Strombone on June 26, 2012, 19:10:25
Maybe that's why I frequently see blokes walking around with their pants(?) halfway down their arse, exposing their pants to all and sundry.
It's all just pants!
Post by: MartinW on June 26, 2012, 19:31:36
I can't understand how these are legal within the so called equality legislation.
Should we not be giving the job to the candidate best equipped to do the role, rather than just give the job to a woman. If the woman is the best candidate, then great, let's give her the job and see it get done well. There are some exceptional women running businesses in this country, who got the job despite there being male applicants, not just because there weren't any male applicants.
That's the way it should be .....
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2012, 20:09:42
Quote from: "Piglumps"
People that use capital letters inappropriately, or is Head Gasket a job title?
It is the name of something my friend therefore appropriate use of capital letters :lala:
Post by: Glider65 on June 26, 2012, 20:15:14
Quote from: "frez"
I can kind of understand people using "lol" in online chat, text messaging and the like where space or effort might be at a premium, but people actually saying "lol" when they are not laughing is rediculous.
lol means different things in different contexts:
Laughing Out Loud is common amongst young people. Lots Of Love when signed by me to my wife. I don't normally have to confirm which translation I'm using.
Post by: Brockett on June 26, 2012, 20:36:15
A Radio Five female voice trying to sound really posh says.
"The Queen in standing under a cream coloured canape".
Now I alway thought a canape was a topless sandwich, but then I am not a BBC employee.
Silly tart IT'S A CANOPY I shout.
Still..... it's the only bit I remember.
Post by: Brockett on June 26, 2012, 20:51:21
I am watching BSB on the tv. After the race the commentator gives the results
and some twonk adds background music so deaf old farts like me can't hear what is being said.
Do they not know the sound of race engines IS music enough.
Head of Beeb should be TASERED each time background music is played, for every Db above 40 another notch on the taser.
Also
When I watch Moto GP or BSB on TV the camera close ups show a rider and his machine but lose perspective on the track and other riders so I would like some longer views please.
Post by: rascaltrousers on June 26, 2012, 21:50:08
Firstly is when I hold a door for someone an don't get a thank you. I mean is it really so difficult to be courteous? usuall a I call after them "Don't mention it....Oh you didn't!" Unfortunately most people are so ignorant they just ignore you or so stupid they just look blank.
Secondly, bewing cut up on the road when I'm on the bike, usually by some prick in a big 4x4 or a BMW or audi. It happens particularly if I'm commuting on my 125. I get treated like a second class citizen on the KLV and a 3rd class one on the little bike. I do get my reveng on them often though becuase after a few minutes I cathc them at the next set of traffic lights, sail to the front of the queue and then ride in the middle of the lane just a bit more slowly to hold them all up again :neen: revenge is sweet!
Post by: snowy on June 26, 2012, 22:12:21
Long ago I had a flat screwdriver that fitted all the screws available, nothing came loose and nothing fell off, all was right in the world.
Mr Phillips then invented his pointed screw driver and screws to match.
Does anyone else remember the fun we all had when Japanese motorcycles first arrived and we all mangled up the screw heads because they looked like Phillips, but weren't, we then had to use a dot punch to get them out, saw a slot across the head and put them back in with the flat screwdriver? :angry-tappingfoot:
I think Allen screws had been around for a long time but a least they were easily identifiable...................
Until metric headed ones appeared,the difference between metric and imperial being unperceptable to the human eye, causing much rounding off and cussing.
Pozidrive came and again there was much rounding off and cussing and another trip to the tool shop.
Why have three different crosspoint screw head systems? :shrug:
I can't remember the first time I saw Torx screw but I'm sure there was a sharpe intake of breath, an expletive and another trip to the tool shop.
Then Spline bits were called for, very similar to Torx but different. Another trip to the tool shop and more stuff to rummage through in my toolbox which by now is the size of terraced house and has wheels with brakes on!
At work we now get wooden packing cases that the lids are held on with screws that are a "squashed square" shape 'feck knows what they are called (we have our own name for them), no more trips to the tool shop for me they come out with a wrecking bar and a large hammer, they are sent back with nails in! :)
Post by: Gassoon on June 26, 2012, 22:26:01
Just unsubscribe to those four :shrug: :grin:
Still on about BBC (oh, I've plenty of other candidates) but have they bought a job-lot of the word 'extraordinary' ? Channels 2, 3 and 4 as well as Radios 4 and 5 employ it constantly, evrything and anything is described as 'extraordinary' ('Vacuum cleaner sucks up budgie - Extraordinary!') Piro's pelanty kick against Engerland - extraordinary!
A book about the history of toilets - EXTRA-bloody-ORDINARY!!
Just a sample from this week so far (except the spoof 'Clash song quote)
If you ever feel the need to identify yourself as middle-class to someone, just drop that word in: its only licensed for use on posh bbc channels. Arghhh ### :soap: :auto-ambulance: Good night, and don't forget to unplug your TV sets - they could set fire to the curtains during the night. :shock:
Post by: macvisual on June 26, 2012, 23:37:47
God, I hate rain..... Bike kit drying over radiators, shite.
Rant over (I think).
Post by: Glider65 on June 27, 2012, 08:19:53
It went like this:
F*%&K Off rain
F*%&K Off rain
F*%&K Off rain
F*%&K F*%&K F*%&K F*%&K
F*%&K F*%&K F*%&K Off rain
Rain - you can just F*%&K right off.
The beauty of it's simplicity was that it could be put to which ever tune you wanted.
As a rain deterrent, it was pants
But it did lift my spirits to know 50 other blokes in the Scottish highlands were singing along.
:)
Post by: Keith Cross on June 27, 2012, 09:23:15
What an extraordinary song <!-- s:) -->:)<!-- s:) -->
One of my beefs is when many or long words are used when simpler English can be used instead.
Keith C
Post by: Fatbelly on June 27, 2012, 10:14:51
Post by: Abercol on June 27, 2012, 11:08:43
Quote from: "Piglumps"
Quote from: "frez"another for choosing seats that face the stage.
lol lol
Post by: Abercol on June 27, 2012, 11:12:19
Quote from: "MartinW"
Women only short lists, what are they all about ?
I can't understand how these are legal within the so called equality legislation.
Ahh, the joys of "positive discrimination"....and yes, its not positive, its just discrimination.
Post by: shedchief on June 27, 2012, 19:33:59
Why is it that, when something is assessed as being 'satisfactory', it is considered by the public to be unsatisfactory (damned by faint praise)?
I am also irritated by the pretence that 'raising standards' will result in better outcomes. A standard is a measure of outcome. If you want better outcomes (which is what they mean) then improve the bloody PROCESS!
Similarly, the annual accusations that teachers are 'merely teaching to the examination' annoys me because, if the exam is properly constructed, it would assess pupils' attainment of course objectives and so would have to reflect the curriculum which the poor teacher has to adhere to anyway! So what's the problem here? Oh, I know, let's bash the teech...
Why do sports commentators think that they have to fill all silences with their inane wittering? I do NOT need to be told what I have just seen with my own eyes.
Continuing on this theme (and I'm on a roll now), who gives a stuff if Ingerlund lost the last three matches they played on a Tuesday?
Oh, and I totally agree that Positive Discrimination is still discrimination.
Strangely, I now feel like kicking the cat. Wasn't this thread meant to make us feel better?
Sigh...
Post by: Piglumps on June 27, 2012, 20:03:34
Quote from: "Glider65"
As a rain deterrent, it was pants :)
When you say pants do you mean Joe's (Joe Grundys = Undies) or trousers?
Post by: Piglumps on June 27, 2012, 20:07:33
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Piglumps said "Magazine issues: Why does the August issue of Bike, Ride, Tractor & Machinery, Dogs & Dogging etc get published on the 3rd of June for Pete's sake?"
Just unsubscribe to those four :shrug: :grin:
The first three I have but I don't subscribe to Dogs & Dogging - I read that in a dark car park through a car window...
Post by: snowy on June 27, 2012, 20:47:18
To adjust the wee screen you need a crosspoint screwdriver and an Allen key. Why not make them all crosspoint or all Allen key. :fix:
Post by: StromGeeza on June 27, 2012, 20:49:37
Be sure to wipe the window down afterwards...
:haha:
Post by: 1monkey1 on June 28, 2012, 00:20:00
I like animals I really do, I was brought up on a farm. Had loads of the fury buggers, all sizes,all shapes running round everywhere.
But why oh why when you are out for a nice walk in the country, do all dog owners expect you to be made up when their mut, usually covered in mud from nose to tail, makes a beeline to you and either wants to jump all over you, shareing their mud or try to dry hump your leg!!
Plus the bloody dog mess, why do they find it acceptable to shovel the dog doo into a bag tie a knot in the plastic bag then proceed to hang it off the nearest bush (don't remember that in the country code).... I don't know what's worse. Stepping in it or looking at those bloody black bags dangling off the bushes every 50 yards.
Just take your dogs**t home or deposit it in a bin.
aaaaaaaaaaaaahh that feels better!!
Post by: Andy M on June 28, 2012, 06:45:25
Quote from: "snowy"
Hi
...... Why not make them all crosspoint or all Allen key. :fix:
Because the Monkey that is trained to put one in takes the same tool and goes to the next position to do up the exhaust bracket or something. The bike then moves down the line to where a second Monkey has been trained in the use of a different tool and hammers in the rest. The Allen key can be torqued to a setting if required (maybe a clutch cover or something) while the Phillips only skids off at a maximum. If you want to blame someone try Henry Ford although in fact he was only copying what they'd done at the Springfield Armoury to allow Americans to kill each other more efficiently and they'd been reading Adam Smith.
The alternative is the IKEA model where they provide the tools, so keep it to a minimum. You don't pay them to assemble it though.
I once worked on an MOD project where they decided the whole vehicle had to be serviced using only five tools. The result was grossly overweight and you can imagine the spares pricing when some squaddie lost an M8 nut with a special head to take a 17mm spanner. They also noted that they'd simply bin the special bits and use parts from the stores, they had the tools anyway. After 6 months and goodness knows how much cash they dropped the idea :crazy:
Andy
Post by: Glider65 on June 28, 2012, 07:07:10
Presumably done with public money.
I bet there was a NAO report into it, detailing lessons to be learnt.
Have you ever tried to find all these reports from the NAO about lessons to be learnt? I wish I could. I'm sure they are very applicable to organisations with less than 200 staff.... :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Gassoon on June 28, 2012, 08:37:01
And we get another re-organisation of the health service, education, military procurements etc -which all go horribly wrong....GRRRRRR (and - I admit it - some gnashing of teeth)
I bet there are historical documents detailing attempts to standardise tools for chariots in Boudiceas time!
Post by: Fatbelly on June 28, 2012, 09:24:40
Post by: Andy M on June 28, 2012, 12:32:44
I think some sort of anti-plodalike markings are required, but I don't really want to reduce the visibility. I suppose I could just add some lime green stripes, buy a white Shuberth and join the IAM and P&S club :sarc:
Andy
Post by: frez on June 28, 2012, 12:51:12
Post by: Nix on June 28, 2012, 12:54:51
- greedy, smug bankers who know they're too big and we'll keep bailing them out :angry-steamingears:
- lying, sleezy, self serving, hypocritical politicians :angry-cussingblack:
- overpaid footballers :angry-teeth:
- people who can't drive properly :banghead:
- hormonally charged teenage daughters :angry-screaming:
Post by: Firestorm on June 28, 2012, 15:23:09
When will the bl**dy BBC realise that the 'Napoleon' system of measurements HAS NOT been adopted here in the good old UK? what's '2cm of rain or snow'? Centimetres don't even exist as a useful measure of length anywhere!
Distance for traffic jams is not in Kilometres - if it was, the queue would stretch from Jct 26 on the M6 for example to somewhere where they do measure in Km - over the Channel. That'd be a traffic jam worthy of a news item!
And don't even get me started on 'Common Era' instead of Anno Domini.....
Post by: hookie on June 28, 2012, 15:55:17
Post by: Piglumps on June 28, 2012, 19:04:41
One more: Buzzwords as they are known and unnecessary phrases. Radio 2 at lunchtime today they were discussing the latest banking shenanigans When asked about investigations the interviewee said "We'll have to get the drains up and have a look through." Is that supposed to make him sound more interesting?
Oh and teach the yards and fractions thing to today's kids - it'll give them something to actually make them work at, take their calculators away too...
Post by: Firestorm on June 28, 2012, 19:28:06
Quote
Oh and teach the yards and fractions thing to today's kids - it'll give them something to actually make them work at, take their calculators away too...
Couldn't agree more - the powers that be are moaning about declining standards in Maths so get them on long division without calculators. Get them started on £133.14s 6d divided by £4 8s 4d. That should do it!
I too am happy working in either when making something but I HATE the BBC talking to me in Foreign!!!
Post by: Fatbelly on June 28, 2012, 22:16:05
When did they start calling Arithmetic "Maths"? If they don't know the difference no wonder they can't feckin' count!
Post by: Orinoco on June 28, 2012, 22:30:05
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I am pleased to report that I have never heard a British man use the word "pants" when he actually meant "trousers". This is one part of Webster's Disease which has not yet infected the British male.
Unless trying to order bike trousers from Hein Gericke :shrug:
Post by: Andy M on June 29, 2012, 07:13:54
Quote from: "hookie"
Agree to a point with the imperial Vs Metric systems .....
I give you the one decisive argument against the Imperial system: British Thermal Units.
Carrying the gallon of water and measuring the temperatures and pressures, all nice and handy sized units. Put them together in a calculation and the advantage evaporates (Yes, this is possibly some sort of engineering joke).
Best bet is to covert to metric, do the calculations then go back into the named human sized units where appropriate (A pint glass you'll notice is entirely familiar in Euroland, as are 4-inch nails, but you could just as well call them medium/size 2 etc. the marketing department get stuck at blue vs red regardless).
Andy
Post by: Strombone on June 29, 2012, 07:24:58
The sooner we go fully metric, the better as far as I am concerned. What could be simpler than a base10 measurement system?
Why don't we use LSD anymore? Because decimalisation is easier to use.
What about allotments? They are still measured in rods, poles and perches. Ridiculous! It might make one well up with nostalgic feelings of days of yore, but it is incomprehensible to most of us.
There. That's my two farthings worth. I now expect to be debarred from this site imminently.
Post by: Mad Phil on June 29, 2012, 08:25:32
I.E. WORLDWIDE...
Post by: Fatbelly on June 29, 2012, 10:09:27
Post by: Fat Rat on June 29, 2012, 10:10:51
Quote from: "Strombone"
Why can't we go fully metric
Because we are British and we don't need to sell our souls to the fecking EU :angry-tappingfoot:
For me, many of these discussions are more about giving up identity than dividing by ten.
Post by: Fatbelly on June 29, 2012, 10:50:37
We don't need to sell our souls to the EU, but we do need to sell our goods & services to the whole world.
Post by: Gassoon on June 29, 2012, 10:52:21
Quote from: "Strombone"
Why can't we go fully metric?
What about allotments? They are still measured in rods, poles and perches. Ridiculous! It might make one well up with nostalgic feelings of days of yore, but it is incomprehensible to most of us.
Because they connect us with our past and therefore our culture: without such things we would be adrift, culturally, and have no 'Britishness'. We should cherish allotments, pubs, and trousers, and some old-fashioned things such as measurements...
Cherish your trousers! Bring back the florin!
Post by: Locky on June 29, 2012, 11:02:22
what's wrong with metre's ?
How long are rods, poles , and perches then ?
Post by: Fat Rat on June 29, 2012, 11:03:10
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
We don't need to sell our souls to the EU, but we do need to sell our goods & services to the whole world.
Which we have done successfully for hundreds of years whilst being at war with certain parts of Europe :)
For me it is entirely political.
Post by: hookie on June 29, 2012, 11:27:32
Post by: Andy M on June 29, 2012, 11:31:30
Quote from: "Strombone"
Why can't we go fully metric? .
Imperial is designed to be used by the man in the street. A bit of 2x2 is a fence post, a pint fits in your hand, a gallon of petrol moves you X miles (no need for the 100 bit in litres per 100 KM). The fractions are meant to be done in your head. For selling nails and buying boiled ham it's superior.
Metric was initially cobbled together so French civil servants didn't need to know how many Breton inches were in a Parisien yard and could tax everyone the same way. It is the superior engineering and science system because the revolutionary tax men in their quest for "reason" turned to the physicists who by 1789 were getting past the evil spirits and seeing what's inside a dog stage. The natural numbers like 10m head of water almost being 1 bar are useful.
IMHO we should use both but define the break. You should be sold a gallon petrol, it's a perfectly good quantity and lets you do the cost calculations. The fact that the half-inch hose on the pump is designated 12.5mm (all rubber hose is still really Imperial, as are tyres, nails....) and the rest of the mechanism was designed in mm is no hassle to the user but helps the engineers. Crossover items like nuts and bolts would be better defined like shoe sizes so the yanks can used them but don't get confused. If everyone uses a number 6 bolt no one cares that it's M6. By having M8 as #7 no fool tries to use M7 without serious effort.
Andy
Post by: hookie on June 29, 2012, 11:48:12
Post by: Fatbelly on June 29, 2012, 12:12:24
Japanese archaeologists have unearthed many ancient Saki cups and bottles, they are 10cl and 1L. Seems to be coincidence.
I suspect there are anomalies in measurement units everywhere. Except, of course, with native Tasmanians - we killed all of them.
Here in Scotland a sixth, a fifth or a quarter is still called a half. :grin:
Post by: Nix on June 29, 2012, 13:41:07
Post by: Firestorm on June 29, 2012, 15:24:28
Quote
Because they connect us with our past and therefore our culture: without such things we would be adrift, culturally, and have no 'Britishness'. We should cherish allotments, pubs, and trousers, and some old-fashioned things such as measurements...
Agreed! A Cricket Pitch is one chain long (22 yds). How much more British can you get?!!
Horse Races are in miles and furlongs (8 Furlongs to the mile)
And for the youngsters on the site - if you want to measure your Grandads Allotment a Rod, Pole or Perch is 1/40th of a Furlong or 1/4 of a Chain.
I agree its a tad complex compared to tenths but it built and measured a huge chunk of the World! I'm sort of proud of that and would like to keep some of the simpler old Imperial Units rather than 'give in'
Ready for abuse now!
Post by: frez on June 29, 2012, 15:32:04
Post by: Piglumps on June 29, 2012, 15:44:19
Me again: The term 'Professional driver'.... so the rest of us drive for fun or don't take it seriously then?
Mind you our local skip hire company has just taken the coveted tailgating awards fo what seems like the 300th time..
Post by: Fatbelly on June 29, 2012, 16:42:39
Quote from: "Firestorm"
Agreed! A Cricket Pitch is one chain long (22 yds). How much more British can you get?!!
Wrong!!! A cricket pitch is not British it is English.
In Scotland cricket is regarded as an offence against common decency.
Post by: Firestorm on June 29, 2012, 18:18:25
Post by: Fatbelly on June 29, 2012, 18:33:03
"A wee dram" is also known as "a half", no matter what size it is.
Post by: Gassoon on June 29, 2012, 20:33:17
I had to run into the Gentlemans Club for a brandy before I could continue shopping for my cashmere socks.
Has the world gone mad?
Post by: snowy on June 29, 2012, 20:44:15
Standing behind someone at the checkout who has £3 on the 'leccy card, £5 on the gas card then buys £10 worth of scratch cards and 100 fags :crazy:
I quite often see a blind bloke who always buys £50 worth of scratch cards and assorted lottery tickets apparently he goes in every week....... yes £50 every week!
Post by: gcram on June 29, 2012, 21:35:14
Post by: PHIL FAT on June 29, 2012, 22:40:21
Post by: Fat Rat on June 29, 2012, 23:29:15
Quote from: "PHIL FAT"
bloody herll fat rat you have started something here this thread could go on for miles oh I mean killometers or chains maybe feet and inches I don't know or care :thumb:
It's good to make a difference to peoples lives :old: :grin:
Post by: numptynut on June 30, 2012, 07:46:34
umm
Nose hairs - When I get to 60mph+ my nose hairs set up a resonant vibration which causes a tickle in the tip of my nose how does that happen?.... sorry this should be on the Technical section for Juv to answer. :shrug: Ear hairs eh?
'Definitely' NOT definately
Post by: teac on June 30, 2012, 08:03:51
Post by: Fat Rat on June 30, 2012, 08:59:44
Post by: klver on June 30, 2012, 12:26:26
Quote from: Captain Sensible
Why oh why did the fella who decided to keep chickens a few doors up from me
report um to your local council , if its in a built up area and its affecting your personal circumstances hes breaking the law , and believe you me , they will take action , good luck with that
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 30, 2012, 13:28:01
Quote from: "numptynut"
'Definitely' NOT definately
or even, defiantly.....
Which reminds me....one of mine is definitely spellcheckers that make it wrong, when you'd got it right.....
Post by: Fat Rat on June 30, 2012, 15:49:36
What's wrong with small, medium & large? :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Gassoon on June 30, 2012, 16:57:38
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
'Regular', what the feck is Regular when it comes to size?
What's wrong with small, medium & large? :angry-tappingfoot:
Exactly! Everyone knows 'Regular' is a setting for gas-powered ovens in these islands since possibly the Bronze age :angry-tappingfoot: ...
edit: actually is it 'regulo' ? I forget :old: :grin:
Post by: temporaryescapee on June 30, 2012, 21:32:44
Post by: Catballou on June 30, 2012, 21:40:49
Quote from: "1monkey1"
Dog walkers
Plus the bloody dog mess, why do they find it acceptable to shovel the dog doo into a bag tie a knot in the plastic bag then proceed to hang it off the nearest bush (don't remember that in the country code).... I don't know what's worse. Stepping in it or looking at those bloody black bags dangling off the bushes every 50 yards.
this one really gets on my tits, we walk our dogs in the local nature reserve, lots of volunteers spend a lot of time maintaining the park, only for ignorant feckers to decorate the trees, if they go to the trouble of picking it up why can't they carry it to the nearest bin GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
When did they start calling Arithmetic "Maths"? If they don't know the difference no wonder they can't feckin' count!
Must of been 42 years ago at least, it's always been maths to me... now math, that is wrong
Quote from: "Nix"
ring ring, ring ring, "Hello there, would you like to save on your..." :violence-uzi: :violence-uzi: :violence-uzi:
Especially when said cold caller is foreign, if firms are going to annoy me in my own home you would think that I might need to understand what James or Emily from India are saying
Can you borrow me ................No I can lend you, you can borrow ...
Post by: Gassoon on June 30, 2012, 22:42:03
Quote from: "temporaryescapee"
Or a bowel status
Damn good point that man! And more important. A status you can set your watch by is the envy of other men!
Post by: Fatbelly on June 30, 2012, 22:51:00
I say, "A portion of chips, please". "Is that regular fries?". "I'm not really bothered what shape they are". Confused foreign person.
Post by: Gassoon on June 30, 2012, 23:14:14
type of joke, though. that's another thing that annoys me - younger generations seem to have lesser senses of humour. I've seen a roomful of teenagers sit watching episodes of 'Futurama' and not laugh once, as if they were watching a science documentary. sigh
Post by: Andy M on July 02, 2012, 17:59:13
Halfway through and I've had:
Does it come with a Warranty? - It's an ancient POS that you'll be paying 700-quid for, it might not even make it out of the garage.
Will I organise the insurance? - Yes of course, I just set up my own brokerage.
Can it be viewed at 2.30 on Wednesday? - Only if you have x-ray vision to see through the garage wall (AM or PM).
Does the gearbox have oil in it? - No I find it neater to push in a slice of lard every 2 miles.
How much to ship it to Spain? - No idea, do they do a jiffy bag big enough?
Is the fuel tank full? - Yes, but if you buy it if might be partly re-cycled beer.
The only sensible one has been a bloke who wants to know if I'll break it if it doesn't sell.
I might do that just to get the drive shaft out. At least I could beat a few of the ****wits to death with that!
Am I being too harsh? Are these important considerations when you but a rat of a Beemer?
Andy
Post by: Fatbelly on July 02, 2012, 22:36:25
Post by: Chris Graves on July 03, 2012, 14:48:02
Post by: Gassoon on July 03, 2012, 16:57:17
If one ran across my path now, I'd stamp on it, especially if it was wearing a smoking-jacket.
Post by: Fatbelly on July 03, 2012, 19:46:59
Post by: Orinoco on July 03, 2012, 23:01:40
On young people... I was in a meeting the other day where some was talking about ex-Forces people going back to 'Civvy Street'. Young 'one about 30 turns to me and asked where it was :groan:
All I could do to stop myself from laughing!
Post by: mr_diver on July 04, 2012, 07:57:22
Post by: snowy on July 04, 2012, 10:11:18
What about not needing glasses all the time and you have to keep taking them on and off and forgetting where the feckers are aaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaaah :)
Post by: jimbo8098 on July 04, 2012, 13:05:34
:haha: :old:
Post by: Andy M on July 04, 2012, 17:03:01
Quote from: "mr_diver"
I'm fed up of getting older, I forget things, my hearing is going, and the belly's getting bigger.
Enjoy it:
Go to the works do, wait while all the kiddies order their salads and slim line tonics, then slick in a request for pie and chips and pint of stout. Be sure to enquire about the desert trolley and order the deep fried brie if there is nothing else you fancy. Make rabbit gestures when the salad turns up. :obscene-drinkingchug:
Deafness/forgetfulness is a game:
"Did you remember to go for milk?"
"What"
"Did you remember to go for milk?"
"Sorry"
"FOR GODS SAKE, DO YOU WANT A CUP OF TEA OR NOT"
"Yes please, don't go mad with the milk though we havn't got much left" :neen:
Andy
Post by: snowy on July 04, 2012, 19:24:38
Do campsites that that have a 2 night minimum stay at the weekend in summer or 3 nights at bank holidays annoy anyone else?
Post by: medic5 on July 04, 2012, 21:04:31
Post by: medic5 on July 04, 2012, 21:08:55
what's that all about, airlines........ :bawl:
Post by: shedchief on July 04, 2012, 21:18:07
Agggghhhhhh!
Post by: Fat Rat on July 04, 2012, 22:17:06
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Fat Rat on July 04, 2012, 22:19:28
Post by: Abercol on July 05, 2012, 10:08:29
Why were we not told of this?
Whassat?
You did tell us? ...but because we are all old gits we forgot? :old:
what's Paypal? sounds like a layaway scheme for dog food...
Post by: Juvecu on July 06, 2012, 13:15:26
Post by: Catballou on July 06, 2012, 15:58:17
I was admitted to hospital last month, I was admitted by a general consultant onto a neurology ward..anyway, long story short, my MRI scan report landed on the consultants desk, did they pass it to neurology..no they ignored it because they don't do brain stuff ### ### ### ### ###
Three weeks it has taken for me to be told there is nothing visibly wrong in the brain stem, go see another discipline
WANKERS
Post by: Fat Rat on July 09, 2012, 19:49:30
:old:
Post by: SimonW on July 09, 2012, 22:45:24
Post by: Chris Graves on July 09, 2012, 22:52:26
I could go on and on and on but I can't be bothered. Perhaps I 'll just find a quiet corner and open a vein.
Post by: Glider65 on July 09, 2012, 23:07:01
Me: Hello?
Caller: I'm calling from your ISP, have you noticed your computer is running slow?
Me: You're calling from Bt?
Caller: Yes, BT, your ISP. Have you found your computer is running slower?
Me: Yes, I have, actually
Caller: I can help with that.
Me: Great!
Caller: Are you infront of the computer now?
Me: It's surjically attached to my fingers, it comes to the toil.. erm, yes. I am at the computer
Caller: This is great. We can get right to the problem. Click on 'my computer'
Me: hmm, I don't have a 'my computer' but I do have a 'systems preferences'
Caller: now click on Event viewer
Me: damn, hang on a sec, the event viewers not here. Hmm, give me a sec, where is it, >_< Oh yes.. let me get it up, I think it's in the console
Caller: You are on a windows computer are you not?
Me: Well you rang ME to tell ME that MY computer was running slow, so, I don't know why you're asking ME if My Mac is a PC, because, of course, it's not. it's a MAC. but it is running slow.
Caller: - silence-
Now this REALLY pisses me OFF. IF they're going to scam me, why can't they scam me on a MAC? Why do I HAVE to have a PC to be subjected to a SCAM? it's just not cricket
Post by: SimonW on July 09, 2012, 23:12:07
Post by: Glider65 on July 09, 2012, 23:13:31
- 1 min -
Please continue to hold, we apologise for the delay, all our operators are very busy with other callers, but do hang on, you call really is important
- 1 min -
(2 min running total)
Please continue to hold
- 1 min -
(3min)
please continue to hold
...on hold music.. it's just starting to get good, when the playback is interrupted to put me through to a ringing phone... the phone rings and rings.. then
There is no one to take you call at this time, please call back
- hangs up -
Now, which part of the above is supposed to be a genuine interpretation of "your call is important to us" was it the bit when they just hang up with out even giving me the opportunity to leave a message or get a call back?
:violence-uzi:
Post by: Glider65 on July 09, 2012, 23:18:21
Quote from: "SimonW"
Surely if you've bought a Mac you've already been scammed.....? :lala: :grin:
I refer you to Jevercu's post. It is not that I have paid twice as much for a a thing of beauty, that is definitely not 2 x as good.
It is that I feel good. Beauty may be fleeting, but it is still awesomely attractive. I wasn't scammed, I fell in love.
Post by: MartinW on July 10, 2012, 04:34:45
Post by: Gassoon on July 10, 2012, 09:02:23
Quote from: "Chris Graves"
Been too brassed off to post. Chain broken, sprockets need replacing, dealing with ebay, things not listed where they should be, valve clearances need checking, oil and filter needs changing, as does air filter, and plugs, Mother in law's dog put to sleep, grave had to be dug in the garden, more time wasters coming to view our house in two days, wine stocks in the cellar low, can't get over to France to restock.
I could go on and on and on but I can't be bothered. Perhaps I 'll just find a quiet corner and open a vein.
Chris mate, it could be worse - it could be raining.
Post by: Chris Graves on July 10, 2012, 11:24:25
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Chris mate, it could be worse - it could be raining.
Just looked out the window and it's coming down like stair rods
Post by: Gassoon on July 10, 2012, 11:50:12
Post by: Abercol on July 10, 2012, 12:02:13
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Oops, bugger! Now that's the sort of mistake stops me getting all them Samaritans jobs I apply for... :GRR:
That'd be the alternative Bad Samaritans then... :clap:
Post by: Catballou on July 10, 2012, 12:12:48
Quote from: "Abercol"
Quote from: "Gassoon"Oops, bugger! Now that's the sort of mistake stops me getting all them Samaritans jobs I apply for... :GRR:
That'd be the alternative Bad Samaritans then... :clap:
Ooooooo, *jumping up and down squealing* I could so be one of those :lala: :lala: :lala: :lala: :lala:
Post by: Fatbelly on July 10, 2012, 16:03:13
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sAxHdTkzIjA
Post by: Fat Rat on July 14, 2012, 19:12:29
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TRIUMPH-BRIGH ... 3a76038d01 (http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/TRIUMPH-BRIGHT-VEST-HIGH-VIS-VISIBILITY-MOTORCYCLE-ZIP-through-BNWT-TIGER-UK-XL-/251088047361?pt=UK_Motorcycle_Clothing&hash=item3a76038d01)
'Make sure your seen!' :angry-screaming:
Post by: PHIL FAT on July 14, 2012, 23:22:49
Post by: mr_diver on July 14, 2012, 23:39:56
funny, loads of blokes in the bike shops today- loads coming from cars with the mrs- all decked out in 'dress' biker gear and t shirts saying Thumpet.. erm Triumph. but no bikes in sight. Must be like BMW owners and the CB & EM, BMW Suits from LWR / LWD. Scent marking thing maybe?
when was the last time I wore my Suzuki DayGlo suit with tassels and a whistle- oh yeah that's right I'm not a (http://serve.mysmiley.net/sign/sign0055.gif) (http://www.mysmiley.net/free-indifferent-smileys.php)
rant over.
Post by: Fatbelly on July 15, 2012, 00:05:37
Post by: ilkleyal on July 15, 2012, 01:31:28
My first input follows; I suspect it won't be my last.
Two shockingly bad parents in the restaurant last night, actually allowed and appeared to approve of their idiot child playing some crackpot game about catapulting birds around the screen of an ipad whilst they ordered for themselves and the aforementioned numb-skull who's only input to the family gathering was to issue the grunting sound "ughh" at them in response to every question.
One can only hope that
1 He hated whatever his mindless parents ordered for him
2, They made him eat it. (I doubt that)
Al
Post by: mr_diver on July 15, 2012, 09:18:16
saw a fiesta (over all white painted) that looked like someone dipper the rear bike wheel in red'ish pink paint and rode over the thing missing the centre mark and going move than half way over to the other side and not quite making it semetrical on the rear either.
but to top it off the way the grill had been shaped and painted made it look like someone had a go at it with lipstick! :old:
I remember growing up in the Donkey end of no where, if you had a sh## car you accepted it and had a sh## car.
now you buy a banger, and make it worse, with big exhaust, plastic paneling that doesn't quite fit and isn't quite the same colour. then if your really thick, paint (chalk board paint mind you) the front section of your bonnet so stones don't scratch the... well mrs smarty pants what happens when they havent scratched the paint and you want to get the Black off? oh yeah you have to sand and repaint it anyway!
If there's going to be a law that says we can't modify our bike there should be a law saying you not allowed to make a sh## car, sh##er! :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: snowy on July 15, 2012, 09:27:03
Figure this out.
Brittany Ferries Plymouth to Santander return to Portsmouth, 2 motorbikes, 2 people, 1 cabin about £800.
Same journey but in a Volkswagen T5 Transporter Kombi Van SWB.................. about £800
Now I reckon you can get can get at least 4 motorcycles in the space of my van :angry-tappingfoot:
Is the van cheap or the motorcycles expensive, I suspect the latter!
Post by: Strombone on July 15, 2012, 09:49:21
Why are we so keen to abandon British English in favour of American/International English?
Wouldn't happen in France, I can tell you. Vive la difference!
Post by: Andy M on July 15, 2012, 10:14:52
Quote from: "snowy"
Hi
Figure this out.
......
Bored occupants of VW T5's, with nothing to do for hours, who can't remember the price of a crate of Lambrini in Tesco's will decide it must be a bargain 'cos it's "Duty free" and buy a couple. 4 blokes on bikes won't buy the Lambrini, they can't carry it.
The boat going is a fixed cost, it has to clear the birth. Crates of Lambrini can be sold on top so long as you lock the right customers in your shops.
P&O are on top of this though, you can have your "duty free" delivered to your house when you get back!
You will notice the longer crossings have less of this in their business plan, bikers buy beer and cooked breakfasts.
Andy
Post by: Fatbelly on July 15, 2012, 10:41:15
Post by: Strombone on July 15, 2012, 10:56:16
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Wouldn't happen in France? You wrote this on "Le PC" at "Le Weekend". The French hate it just like us - and do it anyway, just like us.Yes, I agree that there is a bit of this in France, but I don't think that it is nearly as prevalent as it is here. And the French try to maintain some admirable ways of life. Lunch is sacrosanct, avoid shopping on Sundays etc. My ex gf was French and I experienced the French view of things from their perspective. I must say that I liked it. It is also sunnier and warmer and the roads are in better condition :)
Post by: Fatbelly on July 15, 2012, 15:48:16
I have also noticed more branches of MacDonald's in France than any other country I have ever visited.
PS ever noticed how many words we use in English that derive from French?
Post by: Andy M on July 15, 2012, 16:33:02
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
.....
PS ever noticed how many words we use in English that derive from French?
And Indian and Persian with a bit of German and ......
One of the huge advantages of English is that if we don't have a word for something new we can just borrow one, allocate one we don't use elsewhere anymore or invent a new one. Try ordering a sandwich without just describing it in any other language. Swamping Americanisms are annoying because we already have a perfectly good word, not because our language is a flexible as it is.
BTW I live with European English on a day to day basis. A Frenchman and a German who share English as a common language or obeying corporate rules speak English, but it's a Handy they use to call the office they don't ring on their mobiles.
Andy
Post by: shedchief on July 15, 2012, 17:29:41
Quote from: "Andy M"
Swamping Americanisms are annoying...... but oh so understandable. We're inundated with round-the-clock Transatlantic entertainment on our TVs to such an extent that it's hard to avoid. It wouldn't be so bad I suppose if only they could tell stories without being obsessed with firearms, anarchy and murder. And please, less of the OTT special effects please! We would much prefer an involving storyline.
Yes, US 'entertainment' storylines are formulaic, their dialogue is unimaginative, and the scripted language has been butchered.
Just what part of this is meant to be entertainment?
Hurrumph! :evil:
(This is not a pot at our American cousins, just at the cr*p we're spoonfed day in, day out.... Arrrggghhhhh! :?)
Post by: Fatbelly on July 15, 2012, 20:28:27
Post by: karleahdc on July 16, 2012, 13:45:21
Quote from: "Glider65"
being cold called by a helpful Indian chap...
I had one of those this weekend...
Caller: Hello, I’m calling from your ISP
Me: Hello
Caller: Have you noticed your computer is running slow?
Me: No
Caller: Well it is, I can see it is.
Me: Ah, OK
Caller: Is your computer on?
Me: No. (Actually, it was.)
Caller: Can you turn it on for me please? (He was lying wasn’t he?)
Me: Hold on, I’ll ask the cat.
Caller: Sorry? The cat?
Me: Yes, he’s on the table next to the computer, he’s closer than me.
Caller: Errrrr… OK
Long paws (sorry, couldn’t resist that)
Caller: Is your computer on yet?
Me: The cat is confused
Caller: The cat is confused?
Me: Yes, he says the computer was on all along but you said you could see it.
Caller: I can if you can just open something for me.
Me: I can’t reach, I’ll ask the cat again.
Caller: Sorry?
Me: I’ll ask the cat again.
Caller: Ask the cat what?
Me: To open something on the computer
Caller: He can do that?
Me: Of course not.
Caller: You need to take this seriously, if you don’t update your settings I will be forced to block your ISP
(It had to come some time didn’t it?)
Me: Ah, right-ho. Can you just confirm the address on my ISP account please?
Silence
Three minutes and fifty-eight seconds – I checked the phone timing; 3:58 of my life that was more fun than just telling him to *u*k o*f; 3:58 of his life wasted talking to an idiot with a cat, 3:58 when he couldn’t try to scam someone else
Post by: MartinW on July 16, 2012, 13:54:08
Caller: Hello, can I speak to Mr Martin
Me: No
Click .....
Post by: Chris Graves on July 16, 2012, 14:29:21
Post by: Fatbelly on July 16, 2012, 16:52:50
Post by: Nix on July 16, 2012, 18:19:16
Quote from: "karleahdc"
I had one of those this weekend...
Caller: Hello, I’m calling from your ISP
Me: Hello
Caller: Have you noticed your computer is running slow?
Me: No
Caller: Well it is, I can see it is.
Me: Ah, OK
Caller: Is your computer on?
Me: No. (Actually, it was.)
Caller: Can you turn it on for me please? (He was lying wasn’t he?)
Me: Hold on, I’ll ask the cat.
Caller: Sorry? The cat?
Me: Yes, he’s on the table next to the computer, he’s closer than me.
Caller: Errrrr… OK
Long paws (sorry, couldn’t resist that)
Caller: Is your computer on yet?
Me: The cat is confused
Caller: The cat is confused?
Me: Yes, he says the computer was on all along but you said you could see it.
Caller: I can if you can just open something for me.
Me: I can’t reach, I’ll ask the cat again.
Caller: Sorry?
Me: I’ll ask the cat again.
Caller: Ask the cat what?
Me: To open something on the computer
Caller: He can do that?
Me: Of course not.
Caller: You need to take this seriously, if you don’t update your settings I will be forced to block your ISP
(It had to come some time didn’t it?)
Me: Ah, right-ho. Can you just confirm the address on my ISP account please?
Silence
Three minutes and fifty-eight seconds – I checked the phone timing; 3:58 of my life that was more fun than just telling him to *u*k o*f; 3:58 of his life wasted talking to an idiot with a cat, 3:58 when he couldn’t try to scam someone else
Very good! lol
Reminds me of the bloke who pretended he was a police detective to one of these callers. He said he was investigating a murder and at the crime scene NOW. He then told the caller not to hang up as he might be a suspect in said murder case. The cold caller started to sh*t himself and had to stay on the line for quite a while!
Beautiful! lol
Post by: Piglumps on July 16, 2012, 19:33:55
Quote from: "Nix"
Reminds me of the bloke who pretended he was a police detective to one of these callers. He said he was investigating a murder and at the crime scene NOW. He then told the caller not to hang up as he might be a suspect in said murder case. The cold caller started to sh*t himself and had to stay on the line for quite a while!
Beautiful! lol
That is GOOD!
Post by: Piglumps on July 16, 2012, 19:40:29
Ring ring...
Me: Hello,
Caller: Is that Hartwells?
Me: No
Caller: Are you sure?
:wtf:
Or my favourite way of dealing was this:
Ring ring...
Me: Hello?
Caller: Is that Hartwells?
Me: No but hold the line while I ask my mum if we have become Hartwells over the last few days and she hasn't told me.....
Caller then usually hung up at this point but a couple waited.....
Post by: SimonW on July 16, 2012, 23:12:16
Quote from: "Nix"
Reminds me of the bloke who pretended he was a police detective to one of these callers. He said he was investigating a murder and at the crime scene NOW. He then told the caller not to hang up as he might be a suspect in said murder case. The cold caller started to sh*t himself and had to stay on the line for quite a while!http://www.myspace.com/video/some-blue- ... y/16733006 (http://www.myspace.com/video/some-blue-devil/telemarketer-prank-cold-call-very-funny/16733006)
Beautiful! lol
Post by: frez on July 23, 2012, 09:35:08
Post by: Fat Rat on July 23, 2012, 10:37:20
Quote from: "SimonW"
http://www.myspace.com/video/some-blue-devil/telemarketer-prank-cold-call-very-funny/16733006
Thanks, I hadn't heard that in a while lol
Post by: Andy M on July 30, 2012, 17:59:43
Like a fool I decided it was time to join this decade and trade the old push button thingy for one with web and GPS. That's it, I want to be able to find out how late KLM or Northern Rail will make me, get my ticket or boarding pass in seconds, text the wife to tell her then find a bar with proper beer to run up some expenses in. I don't care less if It's an android or R2*******D2 or a Ipad or Iron. (I might do actually, want to be able to load my own music, not rent theirs). I don't use the camera or make videos or play angry birds or upload screen savers or even really make phone calls.
So, fool that I am I go on Virgin Mobiles website. I click existing customer and find they can do me a phone for £21 a month. Happy to pay that, not happy to wait in all day so visit their shop. Shop can't do anything, they haven't got the interweb working. I wish them luck calling Virgin Media customers services unless they have a fluent Hindi speaker to hand. They do however tell me that If I click buy online all I need to do is ring and cancel the existing number.
Oh it were this simple. I ring and get a better deal, only £11 a month. However, to use the new number on the phone they are sending me (I want a fresh start, Gritish Bass and the job agencies can talk to the dead line) I need to ring back when it gets here. OK, I say, no worries, talk to you on Saturday.
In the last hour I've had six texts changing the contract I'm on!
Not one of them is listed on their website so I could be paying off the cost of their new Airbus with every text.
Tempted to ignore the doorbell on Saturday, hide from the courier and go visit the O2 shop.
I've cancelled the standing order, let the ****s ring me to sort it out!
Andy
Post by: Fatbelly on July 30, 2012, 21:47:37
Don't fall for the marketing. Virgin owns about 11% of Virgin Media and Branson owns a minority share of that. He is simply the "glamour model" in the adverts. There is no connection to any other "Virgin" brands - in fact some of them have no connection to Virgin Group at all except that they rent a name from them.
Post by: SimonW on July 30, 2012, 23:31:36
Post by: Frenchie on July 31, 2012, 01:12:50
I stopped at the supermarket on Friday afternoon to buy a few things for tea and if I am honest I was not in the best of moods. After gathering the items I needed I made my way to the till, put them on the belt and waited patiently. Unfortunately the woman in front of me was friends with the one of the till and decided to 'catch up' and share life stories. A quick hi, are you OK, ring me and we'll have coffee is no trouble but even though she had paid for her items she stood and spent 4 minutes (I timed her) explaining how her daughter had missed her exams because she fell pregnant but the baby was lovely and she can resist the last year of school at the local college blah blah flipping blah.
By this time, having restrained myself as long as possible I rather loudly pointed out that whilst I am relieved her daughter can retake the whole school year after getting knocked up I was in a rush, she needs to get out of my way and let her friend behind the till do her job and serve me before I call the manager over to explain to her why she gets paid.
Obviously I will be going to another supermarket now as a result of my shame and embarrassment :shy:
Post by: Frenchie on July 31, 2012, 01:29:48
Or the latest thing I've noticed is young people saying totes instead of totally and amaze instead of amazing. For instance that film was totes amaze.
Blimey I think I'm giving myself a head rush up here on my soap box ###
Post by: Fatbelly on July 31, 2012, 09:31:53
Post by: Sharpy on July 31, 2012, 09:35:05
People who knock you off your push bike, breaking 3 of your ribs and writing off you £1200 push bike and then refuse to tell thier insurance comapny and then deny liabilty! ###
Post by: Fatbelly on July 31, 2012, 09:41:43
Post by: Sharpy on July 31, 2012, 09:46:24
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Just spent a few days in the far North. Pretty wild weather at some points. As usual the biggest hazard by far was bloody bicycle boys! They must cause a huge amount of accidents. Selfish, ignorant, arrogant.
Don't start that one, I am a "bicycle boy" and will defend myself aggresively if required :violence-uzi: :grin:
By far the biggest threat to me when I am on the bicyle is selfish, ignorant and arrogant bikers.... :GRR:
Certainly the most underthreat I have felt was when I was riding a bokg biker road and big groups of bikers decided to "buzz" past and high speed only a few inches from my bars, had I had to take avoiding action, for a pothole for example, I would have been toast.
Post by: frez on July 31, 2012, 10:09:46
Post by: Sharpy on July 31, 2012, 10:17:53
Quote from: "frez"
Oh go on then, defend cyclists riding on pavements forcing pedestrians to step into the road, riding through red lights forcing other road users to take avoiding action, riding through pedestrian crossing while a pedestrian is trying to cross, riding 3 abreast on a narrow country road so you cannot pass them, throwing their food wrappers on the road, riding without lights or reflectors at night, and that's just ones I've seen in the last couple of weeks.
Can't defend the idiots.... the initial statement is quite sweeping.
I am an advocate, as with motorbiking, of the use of common sense and adhering to the rules of the road, it furstrates the hell out of me when I see cyclists doing the above. Does not help with the image, much like the idiots on motorbike, idiots in cars, idiots on foot, idiots in trucks, idiots in buses etc, etc....
Everything you report above is bang out of order, but I should think that is the minority (certainly it is in the circles I cycle in).
Post by: Catballou on July 31, 2012, 10:18:56
Now............. when they ride three abreast yacking like old ladies :crazy: :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Sharpy on July 31, 2012, 10:22:39
Post by: Countrysailor on July 31, 2012, 10:27:51
Quote from: "frez"
Oh go on then, defend cyclists riding on pavements forcing pedestrians to step into the road, riding through red lights forcing other road users to take avoiding action, riding through pedestrian crossing while a pedestrian is trying to cross, riding 3 abreast on a narrow country road so you cannot pass them, throwing their food wrappers on the road, riding without lights or reflectors at night, and that's just ones I've seen in the last couple of weeks.:thumb: :thumb:
And as for the old ones dressed in Tour de France team colour Lycra, what's that all about?
Post by: Catballou on July 31, 2012, 10:34:33
Quote from: "Sharpy"
Sorry... Just an emotive issue for me! :bawl: :violin:
:limp: :limp: :limp: :limp: :limp: :limp: So how are you ?
Post by: Sharpy on July 31, 2012, 11:17:28
Quote from: "Catballou"
Quote from: "Sharpy"Sorry... Just an emotive issue for me! :bawl: :violin:
:limp: :limp: :limp: :limp: :limp: :limp: So how are you ?
Getting there, about 95% I guess. Back into the training and racing but still sore after a big week or a long race. Can't drive/ride a motorbike for long distances either, back start hurting quite a lot!
Not that I am moaning though! lol! :neen:
Post by: Spitfire on July 31, 2012, 20:24:20
Post by: hookie on July 31, 2012, 20:53:03
Post by: Fat Rat on August 04, 2012, 19:12:56
Post by: medic5 on August 04, 2012, 21:08:30
Post by: frez on August 08, 2012, 09:01:14
Post by: Andy M on August 08, 2012, 12:25:52
Quote from: "frez"
Grrrr, bloody BMW riders who stop filtering themselves and then block you from filtering. :violence-uzi:
Blow your horn at them you'll love the reaction :grin:
Or, shout "Oi, Charlie, go wait for Ewan near Starbucks" ###
Andy
Post by: Gassoon on September 10, 2012, 21:06:06
There, I said it.
Oh, and I hate spotting a potentially useful smilie exactly too late, at the wrong time, so here.............. :occasion-olympics:
Post by: Chris Graves on September 10, 2012, 21:35:32
Totally unconnected but the fact that Eurotunnel are going to charge me £30 return for each of our greyhounds to sit in the back of our estate car when I can take a people carrier full of passengers for no extra cost. Why? Because they can I suppose.
Going for a lie down now.
Post by: mr_diver on September 10, 2012, 21:48:17
should have been re-written "shiyt road surface, sorry we're skint cos we're all claiming for extra homes we never use and make profit renting them out. we'll resurface it after the next election, honest, the other bastards won't, we promise!"
Post by: Fatbelly on September 10, 2012, 21:54:51
......there, I finally said it. It's bad enough for the victim's family, but they end up having to clear up the mess because no-one else will touch it.
Post by: Gassoon on September 11, 2012, 07:55:05
Quote from: "Chris Graves"
It really annoys me when out of date signage for village fetes etc is left cluttering up the verges for months after the event has been and gone .
+1 for that, we've still got 'Caution Lambs!' boards out around here.
Not meaning to start Fatbelly off, like, but had a cyclist incident yesterday: the sod was sitting on his bike broadside across my lane (I was in the car) chatting to his girlfriend who was in the middle of the road on her bike, waiting for the traffic to pass in the other lane...I slowed down, disbelieving, and he just looked at me disdainfully and carrried on chatting! Cars were starting to gather behind my car, and he reluctantly swung his bike into line with the centre of the road...so the two of them were now in the middle of the carriageway on their bikes with vehicle traffic flowing both ways....thick tw**s!
Post by: Sharpy on September 11, 2012, 08:09:28
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Not meaning to start Fatbelly off, like, but had a cyclist incident yesterday: the sod was sitting on his bike broadside across my lane (I was in the car) chatting to his girlfriend who was in the middle of the road on her bike, waiting for the traffic to pass in the other lane...I slowed down, disbelieving, and he just looked at me disdainfully and carrried on chatting! Cars were starting to gather behind my car, and he reluctantly swung his bike into line with the centre of the road...so the two of them were now in the middle of the carriageway on their bikes with vehicle traffic flowing both ways....thick tw**s!
+1 Some of them are muppets....
People who pull out in a car, truck, anything at what should be a safe distance and proceed to do 20mph, seemingly forgetting how to accelerate, these people are at their worst in 60 limits as well! Happened to me twice this morning! Also muppets!
Post by: Gassoon on September 11, 2012, 08:43:31
The other ones who do the same are just old, and can't rely on their speed of thought or perceptual abilities - poor old sods. Still shouldn't be on the roads though ###
Post by: hookie on September 11, 2012, 09:08:21
Post by: jimbo8098 on September 11, 2012, 13:25:39
Quote from: "hookie"
Over the years I had two retards who actually tried to knock me off (in 4X4s) and I ended up carrying a foot long 1/2 inch extension bar in my tank bag just in case I need to deal with any roadside emergencies.
Some of those 4x4s are complete retards.I prefer to stay at least a lane away from them , they honestly don't seem to know how to look for anything. I mean , I understand they are big cars and its hard for them to see a bike but I'm sitting atop a vstrom which is at least equal hight and try to position myself far enough back so that they can see me but you can still see them just move without even moving their head!
I'm sure its a select few but honestly , they seem to buy these cars with the sole intent of running people over and crashing into people.
I'm not even old...
Post by: sirkitchalott on September 11, 2012, 23:01:36
And.....those who start a sentence with "I mean" !
Post by: jimbo8098 on September 12, 2012, 00:11:10
Quote from: "sirkitchalott"
What really irritates me are people, particularly those in the press (tv), who say, I "hat" to do this, or they "hat" done that, instead of saying "had" or "have".
And.....those who start a sentence with "I mean" !
I nice :)
Post by: Georgeharrier on September 12, 2012, 07:17:45
Quote from: "sirkitchalott"
What really irritates me are people, particularly those in the press (tv), who say, I "hat" to do this, or they "hat" done that, instead of saying "had" or "have".
And.....those who start a sentence with "I mean" !
Yeh like that annoys me like as well, you know what I'm sayin like
George
Post by: mr_diver on September 12, 2012, 08:15:30
Post by: Sharpy on September 12, 2012, 08:21:04
Quote from: "mr_diver"
I mean to say we're all taking is far too seriously...
What evs....
This modern urban slang in general annoys me and I am a whipper snapper at 30.....
Post by: Georgeharrier on September 12, 2012, 08:27:56
Quote from: "mr_diver"
I mean to say we're all taking is far too seriously...
Init
Post by: Fatbelly on September 12, 2012, 08:59:25
Kids from Pakistani families talking Jamaican!
Wot's that all about?
If they spoke to their parents like that they would get their arse kicked!
People who put an exclamation mark at the end of everything they write!
Post by: Gassoon on September 12, 2012, 14:02:11
init
Post by: Catballou on September 14, 2012, 18:11:22
Post by: Gassoon on September 14, 2012, 18:40:15
Post by: s-d on September 14, 2012, 19:11:18
Poor punctuation and grammar. All the pendant favourites really. Interestingly, if you're a pedant, my local M&S has a duo of signs at the express checkout; one that says 'Five items or less' the other 'Five items of fewer'.
One thing that really annoys me is people on ebay who refuse to post an item because they think it's too heavy to post or might get damaged. If I win, it's mine and I'll decide whether its OK to post the bloody thing!
Post by: Gassoon on September 14, 2012, 19:36:27
Quote from: "s-d"
Poor punctuation and grammar. All the pendant favourites really. Interestingly, if you're a pedant, my local M&S has a duo of signs at the express checkout; one that says 'Five items or less' the other 'Five items of fewer'.
Grrr! You can add poor spelling to that list, my lad! :angry-tappingfoot:
:grin: :grin:
lol
Post by: s-d on September 14, 2012, 19:41:22
But, seemingly intelligent americans who say nucular, now that pisses me right off.
Post by: Catballou on September 14, 2012, 19:44:24
This can have me screaming at the TV :GRR:
Post by: s-d on September 14, 2012, 19:47:17
Quote from: "Catballou"
Not as much as aloominum,
This can have me screaming at the TV :GRR:
In their defence they do spell it the way they pronounce it, but I know the feeling well.
Post by: mr_diver on September 14, 2012, 20:48:41
Quote from: "s-d"
In their defence they do spell it the way they pronounce it, but I know the feeling well.
they need to learn how to f#@*ing spell too! :violence-pistoldouble:
Post by: s-d on September 15, 2012, 08:08:50
:old: :old: :old: :old:
Post by: Fatbelly on September 15, 2012, 09:10:21
Post by: Andy M on September 15, 2012, 09:59:46
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
A Canadian teacher of English once tried to tell me that "obligated" was a word! What chance do her pupils have?
A good chance of learning to speak Canadian?
Canada and Denmark: the only places in the world where after a few weeks you hope someone will do something marginally anti-social, just to break the monotony of "Niceness" (is that a word?). Makes me want to fart in hotel lifts just to see if the complaint starts with "Excuse me Sir, you may have possibly produced.....".
Andy
Post by: doboy on September 15, 2012, 11:00:06
Post by: Fat Rat on September 15, 2012, 11:20:26
:GRR:
Post by: s-d on September 15, 2012, 11:28:44
Post by: MartinW on September 16, 2012, 19:23:21
And in our world of modern technology, why can't a petrol pump realise I am inching towards a round pound (or a round 50p in this case) and just stop itself and not always tick a penny over ? It could always be set to release again if I really pulled the lever all the way up, but if I'm using as much pressure as a wet tissue could apply to it, then I really want it to stop.
Post by: Sharpy on September 17, 2012, 08:18:51
Post by: frez on September 17, 2012, 08:57:23
Post by: Sharpy on September 17, 2012, 09:00:22
Quote from: "frez"
I just love drivers that move over to try and stop you filtering, and then when you get past anyway flash their lights. Tossers.
I also love this, but chukle a bit as well, they also normally swerve aggressively away from you as you go past as if to emphasise the fact you are clearly insane for filtering!
Post by: Georgeharrier on September 18, 2012, 20:07:31
Post by: Chris Graves on October 11, 2012, 22:30:20
Post by: Gassoon on October 12, 2012, 08:14:59
Post by: Jacko on October 12, 2012, 08:18:51
Post by: mr_diver on October 12, 2012, 08:23:49
Post by: hookie on October 12, 2012, 08:27:18
Post by: Juvecu on October 12, 2012, 14:56:29
Post by: ProfG on October 12, 2012, 17:48:08
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Big brother... don't even get me started on airport security! ###
No lubes used then?
lol
Post by: Chris Graves on October 25, 2012, 14:00:08
Just been listening to the Jeremy Vine programme whilst walking the dogs, well it was Vanessa Feldtz not
Jeremy Vine and that was enough to put me in a bad mood. The CEO or similar of Costa Coffe came on and was talking about something being very unique and then very very unique.
It's either unique or it isn't. What's difficult about that?
Post by: doboy on October 25, 2012, 19:07:44
Post by: Jacko on October 25, 2012, 19:32:04
Post by: LaKraven on October 25, 2012, 19:47:50
Post by: snowy on October 25, 2012, 20:00:00
Post by: Penfold on October 25, 2012, 20:04:42
Post by: stibbs on October 25, 2012, 20:25:32
Instead of, "could I have a....?"
We're not american :groan:
Post by: stibbs on October 25, 2012, 20:26:38
Aarrgghhh ###
Post by: stibbs on October 25, 2012, 20:28:20
Quote from: "Chris Graves"
Not sure whether this rant should be here or in the "This curious language thread"
Just been listening to the Jeremy Vine programme whilst walking the dogs, well it was Vanessa Feldtz not
Jeremy Vine and that was enough to put me in a bad mood. The CEO or similar of Costa Coffe came on and was talking about something being very unique and then very very unique.
It's either unique or it isn't. What's difficult about that?
Bit like, "the lads gave 110%"
Impossible....... :violence-uzi:
Post by: LaKraven on October 25, 2012, 20:29:09
Quote from: "stibbs"
People who end sentences with, "innit!"
Here's a list of Mancisms I despise:
> Init
> Reet
> Nowt
> Muppet
> "As if for say"
> "Got for go"
Hell, every time they open their mouths I want to smash them with a brick!
Post by: Jacko on October 25, 2012, 22:33:53
Quote from: "stibbs"
People who ask, "can I get one those?"
Instead of, "could I have a....?"
We're not american :groan:
This annoys the shit out of me, to the point where, last year, at McDonalds (I know, I went in for a coffee) a bloke well into his 20s said 'can I get a...' and I said to him 'no, you can't get anything, you tell him what you want and he gets it'.. Cue blank looks and a puzzled expression, he had no idea what I'd said or why I said it.. Moron!
I do it a lot now, I don't care what thick people I don't know think of me..
Post by: Penfold on October 28, 2012, 13:19:29
On top of that the laptop won't boot up so need to find someome to get all the data from it.
Looks like the service due on the glee will now have to wait. :evil:
Post by: ProfG on October 29, 2012, 10:54:18
I have always wondered what is a non actual fact.
Quote from: "stibbs"
People who end sentences with, "innit!"
Aarrgghhh ###
Innit is really annoying, innit :grin:
Post by: StromGeeza on October 29, 2012, 12:31:11
Quote from: "ProfG"
My pet hate is 'in actual fact' ###
I have always wondered what is a non actual fact.
Non actual facts are the currency of politicians.
Innit? Geeza
Post by: Catballou on October 29, 2012, 13:03:54
http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/shelves/ ... ?_fbr=ASDA (http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/shelves/Medicine_in_ASDA.html?_fbr=ASDA)
http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/shelves/ ... ?_fbr=ASDA (http://www.mysupermarket.co.uk/shelves/Medicine_in_ASDA.html?_fbr=ASDA)
The difference, colour of packaging, colour of capsules, name & price 26p yes 26p
As for the ingredients...identical
Post by: Gassoon on October 29, 2012, 17:41:04
Feck - its only the first day of the half-term :shock: :limp: (in actual fact, innit)
Post by: Tusker on October 29, 2012, 17:47:21
:obscene-drinkingchug:
Post by: hookie on October 29, 2012, 18:18:19
It has been scientifically proven that shopping causes marked stress symptoms in men and should therefore not be encouraged.
Post by: Gassoon on October 29, 2012, 19:08:52
I'd better talk to the security guards first, maybe...
[Just realised I have indulged in one of my pet hates there...typed 'etc' more than once ] :GRR:
Post by: Jeff999 on October 29, 2012, 19:34:31
Post by: StromGeeza on October 29, 2012, 22:13:02
Quote from: "hookie"
I friend of mine tried this. On accompanying his good lady into the 20th clothes shop on a day out, he found the largest pair of ladies knickers he could find, held them up in the air all stretched out and shouted to her across the store if these were the ones that were her size and did she want them. That was the last time she took him shopping....
Or holding aloft a bottle of appropriately-coloured cosmetic and shouting out "This looks just like my sp*nk doesn't it?"
Post by: Catballou on October 30, 2012, 13:14:29
Quote from: "Reksut"
get the mississ to leave you at the man creche,,, She doesn't have to pre-book she can just pay at the bar
:obscene-drinkingchug:
:grin: :grin: :grin:
Post by: hookie on October 30, 2012, 14:16:03
Post by: Juvecu on October 30, 2012, 17:10:55
Post by: Catballou on October 30, 2012, 17:52:34
result lovely clean brushes & rollers
Post by: hookie on October 30, 2012, 18:18:38
Post by: Jacko on October 30, 2012, 19:53:57
Post by: Moorsie on October 30, 2012, 20:30:45
People who say "obviously", when whatever they are talking about clearly isn't obvious!
Using 'text speak' in emails - you are just bone idle!
50mph speed limits on dual-carriageways, simply because a pedestrian got knocked down once as they were too lazy to use the subway or footbridge (if you live near Poole, you'll know what I'm on about)
The phrase "at the end of the day..."
Overuse of the word "Basically.."
Bus Lanes - as JC once said, "Why do the poor need to get anywhere faster than me?"
Doctor's receptionists - trained to excel in rudeness and inflexibility
The Post Office, so what if I paid for my postage online? I'm still bringing the parcel to you, meaning you still need to be open and the money all goes the same way.
Halloween, another daft American BS holiday that means I have to spend an evening at home with all the lights off to avoid giving greedy little buggers sweets for no good reason (any other night this would be called peadophilia - giving sweets to kids unbeknown to you that is!)
That'll do for now, but there are many more - I think it is prudent to pace myself.
Post by: MartinW on October 30, 2012, 20:51:30
I would love to open my front door in a blood stained apron with a big knife in my hand (or even a chainsaw) and say "actually, I think I will go for the trick tonight sonny" and go from there.
:occasion-happyhalloween:
Post by: LaKraven on October 30, 2012, 21:01:51
If their kids want sweets, why not get a godamn job like the rest of us and buy them?
Keep your welfare-stealing arse and your child benefit paycheques off my property or I'll show you what the end of my rifle looks like!
Post by: ProfG on October 30, 2012, 21:38:32
:haha:
Post by: Catballou on October 30, 2012, 21:41:32
Quote from: "LaKraven"
Very glad that I live in the middle of nowhere, so no parent in their right mind would bring their little begging brats this far afield for the sake of sweets! Note how it's the ones without young children being begged for sweets, because those with young children are all out begging.
If their kids want sweets, why not get a godamn job like the rest of us and buy them?
Keep your welfare-stealing arse and your child benefit paycheques off my property or I'll show you what the end of my rifle looks like!
OO I'm glad I don't live near you then, sounds like you live in a right dump if those are the only sort of trick or treaters you know of :grin:
Post by: Juvecu on October 30, 2012, 21:51:15
Post by: Tusker on October 30, 2012, 21:57:52
Post by: LaKraven on October 30, 2012, 22:12:46
Quote from: "Catballou"
OO I'm glad I don't live near you then, sounds like you live in a right dump if those are the only sort of trick or treaters you know of :grin:
To be honest, I don't know anyone around here (mainly because there is nobody else around here). I just remember the "trick or treaters" from when I (unfortunately) lived in the North-West... a craphole called Bolton where virtually everyone is a dole-dossing tosser with less morality than an American presidential candidate!
Post by: Fatbelly on October 30, 2012, 22:29:56
The original idea was that on the Eve before All Saints all the Ghosties and Goulies were abroad because the Saints were at their least active. To avoid being recognised by ghosts who may be out to get you it was normal to go in disguise (ie guising).
Traditionally kids would knock on doors and grown-ups would try to guess who they were. The kids would be expected to do "a turn" - sing a song, tell a joke etc. They would be rewarded with traditional autumn fare such as nuts or fruit or maybe some sweets or a penny or two.
As a kid I loved it, it was great. The best houses were those where they would play the traditional Halloween games like Dookin' for Aiples, or Treacle Pancakes on a string.
England, sadly, seems to be importing the Nasty American version with evil tricks and pumpkins instead of neeps.(turnips)
Here Endeth the Lesson
Post by: Jacko on October 30, 2012, 22:40:01
Post by: Catballou on October 30, 2012, 22:47:20
Quote from: "LaKraven"
Quote from: "Catballou"OO I'm glad I don't live near you then, sounds like you live in a right dump if those are the only sort of trick or treaters you know of :grin:
To be honest, I don't know anyone around here (mainly because there is nobody else around here). I just remember the "trick or treaters" from when I (unfortunately) lived in the North-West... a craphole called Bolton where virtually everyone is a dole-dossing tosser with less morality than an American presidential candidate!
you miserable old bugger
Post by: LaKraven on October 31, 2012, 01:48:13
Quote from: "Catballou"
you miserable old bugger
Oh... don't even get me started on Preston!
Actually, I lived in Leyland for quite a few years... overall not such a bad place (where I lived anyway, place called "Clayton Le Woods").
But Bolton... if I had just one nuclear weapon and had to pick just one target, Bolton would be ground zero!
Post by: 2112 on October 31, 2012, 06:50:58
Post by: 2112 on October 31, 2012, 06:54:33
Quote from: "LaKraven"
Quote from: "Catballou"you miserable old bugger
Oh... don't even get me started on Preston!
Actually, I lived in Leyland for quite a few years... overall not such a bad place (where I lived anyway, place called "Clayton Le Woods").
But Bolton... if I had just one nuclear weapon and had to pick just one target, Bolton would be ground zero!
And risk missing Oldham :shrug:
I've always said if the country ever needs an enema it'll go in at Oldham...
Post by: Tusker on October 31, 2012, 07:21:39
Post by: Gassoon on October 31, 2012, 10:52:08
Now who the hell would take their kids to such a remote spot to trick-or-treat?
LaKraven - its such a waste you not liking Halloween, cos you feckin scare me, never mind bairns! :shock: :neen:
Post by: Fat Rat on October 31, 2012, 12:42:43
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
England, sadly, seems to be importing the Nasty American version
Unfortunately we seem to be importing most things from America, our own language which has been watered down, mutilated and made ridiculous and then handed back to our younger generations to use (and some pompous suit wearing types). We have imported obescity, fast food and people who seem to insist on telling you to 'have a nice day' I know you don't care how my day is, you know it as well, we are English & British and the false smiles and high fives just don't fit into our culture.
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: LaKraven on October 31, 2012, 13:05:27
Quote from: "Gassoon"
LaKraven - its such a waste you not liking Halloween, cos you feckin scare me, never mind bairns! :shock: :neen:Just as the night is affraid of Chuck Norris, Halloween is scared of me!
Post by: doboy on October 31, 2012, 18:41:22
Post by: LaKraven on October 31, 2012, 19:13:55
Post by: doboy on November 01, 2012, 16:27:35
Post by: Gassoon on November 11, 2012, 19:36:12
Post by: Brockett on November 11, 2012, 20:36:28
Insufficient sighting to overtake and so we all dawdle along for four miles into the next village where 'stone me' uncle George continues through the the 30 limit at 42. Careful !! CAREFUL!!! not he is not being careful, he just happens to drive at 42 everywhere.
They really do P me off.
Post by: snowy on November 11, 2012, 20:49:48
Yes these people who drive everywhere at the same speed also annoy me greatly :angry-tappingfoot:
They are up your a@hole going through a village, you loose them in the next national speed limit section of road, then f me they catch you in the next 30mph section.
Post by: LaKraven on November 11, 2012, 20:58:20
I've got my eye on a couple of rocket pods from the AH64 attack helicopter, complete with complement of 47mm rockets!
What for? See the two posts above about blue-haired morons who shouldn't be on the road because they lack the co-ordination and awareness to drive safely!
Post by: Oldie on November 11, 2012, 21:07:47
It's bad enough being a moaning old git without having to explain it.
Flippin' heck, a moaning old git is someone like me coming on here complaining about, well, stuff like this.
See? :old:
Post by: LaKraven on November 11, 2012, 21:11:13
I'm the most miserable bastard alive, I'll have you know, and the only time I'm happy is when I'm moaning about something.
Lately it seems to be mostly moaning about how the government privatises national services (electric, water, gas, bus, rail etc) while I'm paying enough tax to fund a socialist Eutopia!
Post by: Oldie on November 11, 2012, 21:15:54
Quote from: "LaKraven"
"idle whipper snapper"? Me?
I'm the most miserable bastard alive, I'll have you know, and the only time I'm happy is when I'm moaning about something.
Lately it seems to be mostly moaning about how the government privatizes national services (electric, water, gas, bus, rail etc) while I'm paying enough tax to fund a socialist Eutopia!
Good, back on topic :)
Post by: Jacko on November 11, 2012, 21:47:59
Is it just me who feels like stopping them and telling them that what they're doing is not only selfish and inconsiderate, but also illegal? I suspect they're the type of person that'd not listen to anybody regarding anything, they know best, that's why they still do it..
Post by: LaKraven on November 11, 2012, 22:02:38
I swear half the time they do it just to piss normal people off, and the other half do it because they're morons who not only cannot drive safely and cope with the traffic around them, but worse-yet know that they cannot drive safely and cope with the traffic around them!
I had two great laughs last year because of these idiots!
First was in the nearby village of Orford where an elderly lady pulled up at the petrol station in her brand new automatic. Some overpriced piece of shit car, cannot remember what it was... probably a Honda or some other blue-hair-mobile! Anyway, she had just fueled up, then as she pulled out of the petrol station and approached the junction with the road, floored it directly into the wall of a house on the other side of the road. Yup... she was so braindead she not only hammered the accelerator instead of the brake, but travelled over 100 yards before her last remaining brain cell could process that she'd done it, by which time she'd already written the car off before her 0.000000000001mph nerve conduction velocity allowed the instruction to press the brake to reach her foot!
The second good laugh I had was travelling between the nearby village of Snape and the main road leading to Aldeburgh. I was stuck behind the aforementioned "20mph in a national zone, 45mph in a 30" blue-haired woman in a silver Yaris... and she was driving directly over the centre line. I could see clearly what was about go happen, minutes before it did.
Anyway, it was completely obvious she was about to crash, so I backed off and watched everything unfold.
Wouldn't you know it, as we approach the left-hand bend, an oncoming car approaches: also with an old woman driving directly over the centre line!.
There was at least 3 seconds for the two of them to see each other and stop, but the blind biddies clearly lacked the mental capacity to realise they were operating a vehicle, so they smashed directly into each other at 45mph.
Here's where it gets even funnier!
The two ladies step out of their wrecks and begin shouting at each other for causing the crash... and then another car comes crawling round the bend (oncoming from my perspective) and proceeds to crash directly into the back of the first oncoming wreck! You guessed it: another blue-haired old woman driving!
Two cars written off, three angry old ladies blaming each other for the crash while I spent about a minute at the side of the road laughing my arse off before riding away.
I wish I'd had the cameras mounted to the bike back then... that video would have hundreds of millions of hits by now!
Post by: LaKraven on November 11, 2012, 22:11:25
Watching the police breaking road laws in their cars!
I have hours of footage I've captured with my bike cameras of police breaking the law on the road... so much so I'm actually compiling a montage video including the full registrations of the vehicles, the GPS co-ordinates of each event, and the date and time of each event.
Time these bastards realised that if they're going to penalize us for our minor infractions, we're going to publicly humiliate them for theirs!
Post by: hookie on November 12, 2012, 08:58:58
Post by: Fatbelly on November 12, 2012, 09:53:53
However, when two other independent witnesses arrived there was some scurrying around, the cop changed his plea to guilty and they all went home. They knew that 2 of us gave statements about how the police measured the position of the vehicles AFTER they had moved the police car.
The victim, whose car had been hit by the police car, gave me a lift home and told me that after the accident they had towed his car to the police station and inspected it for two days - eventually prosecuting him for a faulty handbrake because the lever had too much play!
That was some time ago and I'd like to say things have changed. Unfortunately my experience suggests that they have not.
Post by: LaKraven on November 12, 2012, 12:22:42
It's not even as though this completely illegal behaviour from them allows them to do their jobs better, because crime increases by the day, convictions for serious crimes are declining (while convictions for stupid things and "non-crimes" are on the up).
The police don't exist to serve and protect us (the people), they exist to serve and protect the Politicians who fear uprising![b/] As an institution in practise, they are every bit as distasteful as Hitler's SS, serving politicians whose unpublished illegal activities make Hitler look like a godamn saint.
Hell, our current government wasn't even on the ballot... what further proof do you need that we're living in a fascist dictatorship?
Don't you find it funny that, just as the press hones in on Cameron's involvement in the "phone hacking scandal", a very convienient series of events occurs: the London Riots?
All it takes to initiate that is for Cameron to place a call to his buddy, the head of the London police, and have him (and a few trusted underlings) take aside some known criminals (gang members) and tell them "from such a time to such a time, in these locatioins, there will be no police officers around. You've got a free pass to loot and pillage all you like, you won't be punished for your actions"
Before you know it, the press isn't digging its heels into David Cameron anymore, and he gets three convienient days to cover up his involvement.
I genuinely hope these bastards burn in hell!
Post by: Andy M on November 12, 2012, 12:48:27
Quote from: "hookie"
..... I 'phoned the local police station to make a complaint. I was told:- 1. The driver was on an emergency, 2. As a trained driver it was safe for him to drive this way and 3. He had faster reaction times as he was a police driver. .....
It's the pointed hats. They convey some sort of super powers directly into the users brain.
In a previous life I was a test engineer. I used to drive army trucks, fire engines, ambulances, prison trucks, all sorts really at insane speeds on a track or frozen lake or Alpine passes in order to do the type approvals. We used to put thousands of road miles in and never had a crash despite the prototype nature of the vehicles and how hard we could be pushing. I've been on track driving courses with racing drivers and rally drivers and road ones with police instructors. I've passed Fire brigade and police driving tests. We did a lot of risk assesment work and didn't think very much about how to start fights outside pubs.
As I do not own a pointy hat however, I'm expected to obey the traffic laws just like everyone else. Maybe I should practice the funny handshake, or just stick to 42 mph.
Andy
Post by: LaKraven on November 12, 2012, 12:50:43
Quote from: "Andy M"
lolQuote from: "hookie"...or just stick to 42 mph.
Post by: Fatbelly on November 12, 2012, 12:53:54
Post by: hookie on November 12, 2012, 12:58:01
Post by: Fatbelly on November 12, 2012, 12:59:46
Nobody should hate bad cops more than good cops, but folks keep their heads down and look after number one in all walks of life. Lots of people on this site say stuff that I hate - but thank goodness they have the balls to say it anyway. :old:
Post by: LaKraven on November 12, 2012, 13:05:38
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I can't go along with the conspiracy theoriesFair enough
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
and I believe crime figures have actually fallen even though the population has risen.Yes, and statistics can be used to prove and disprove everything equally. What governments do to demonstrate an improvement in a statisized subject is change the criteria on which those statistics are generated. To show less homeless people (and suggest the government is doing a good job at housing the homeless), they change the way those figures are calculated to exclude the largest numbers (such as age-restricting, or not including those who haven't registered for government assistance)
To show less crime, they change it from counting the number of actual crimes to counting the number of convictions, or they twist - for the sake of statistics - the definition of what constitutes a "crime" to exclude the most prolific numbers.
They've done it for generations, they'll do it long after we're dead. It's no great secret, and certainly not a "conspiracy theory"
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I don't believe most police officers are rotters, but a few of them definitely are and that undermines the whole of our society.I agree, but would like to add that most officers I've had to deal with are "rotters" (as you so eloquently put it)
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Nobody should hate bad cops more than good cops, but folks keep their heads down and look after number one in all walks of life. Lots of people on this site say stuff that I hate - but thank goodness they have the balls to say it anyway. :old:All that is necessary for the triumph of evil is that good men do nothing. - Edmund Burke
Post by: hookie on November 12, 2012, 13:11:01
Post by: LaKraven on November 12, 2012, 13:13:43
Quote from: "hookie"
I just take the whole thing with increasingly large pinches of salt.Where I believe it best to scrap the entire system and start over. It won't be perfect (there's no pleasing everybody) but it wouldn't be difficult to do a better job than the status quo!
Post by: Fatbelly on November 12, 2012, 14:25:12
Statistics is just arithmetic. Complex arithmetic granted. But if you ask the right question and measure the samples properly you always get the right answer. When you deliberately ask a skewed question or measure the sample wrongly then you get the wrong answer.
Statistics does not tell lies. Liars tell lies. Then they use deliberately wrong sums to hide the truth.
Post by: Tusker on November 12, 2012, 14:46:21
Now I have no problem with someone who tastes something then says "no, not for me I don't like it" but I can't stand people who say "I'm not trying it I know I won't like it"
How can they Know,, winds me up, so it does.. :crazy:
Post by: Fatbelly on November 12, 2012, 15:24:53
I've never tasted Marmite.
Post by: gbrchill on November 12, 2012, 15:42:25
Post by: hookie on November 12, 2012, 16:36:37
Quote
Statistics is just arithmetic. Complex arithmetic granted. But if you ask the right question and measure the samples properly you always get the right answer. When you deliberately ask a skewed question or measure the sample wrongly then you get the wrong answer.
Statistics does not tell lies. Liars tell lies. Then they use deliberately wrong sums to hide the truth
Yes in an ideal world run by honest and moral people and governments. However statistics can and are used to distort and hide truth and mislead people. UK governments have for years changed the way all manner of data crucial to running the country e.g. unemployment figures, inflation, cost of living are collected and processed to enable them to justify increasing taxes and/or cutting public spending. The maths may be correct but the data and it's interpretation can be skewed and misrepresented to justify anything our masters want to do. A plague be on the lot of them.
Post by: JRS81 on December 13, 2012, 11:59:46
Many years ago, I broke my pay as you go mobile phone and needed a replacement. At the time I barely used it, since this was still in the days when people arranged to meet people on a specific day at a specific place and at a specific time, and then actually showed up instead of sending text messages constantly to re-arrange venue or advise that they're 'almost there'. This meant that I would spend maybe 5 or 10 pounds a month on credit at the most. Contracts started at about 20 pounds a month and therefore, made no sense for my typical usage.
Anyway, I went into 'phone 4 U' (txt spk? in a shop name? really?) saw a phone I liked for 35 quid and was approached by a salesman who asked what I was looking for. I explained my situation, said I liked the look of this one, but were there any others he would recommend. At this point, he asked about how much I was spending each month, and proceeded to tell me how I would save money if I got a contract phone. I pointed out that it would actually cost me twice as much and therefore I wasn't interested, unless he could find a contract for 5 pounds a month, which he confirmed he couldn't. Again, I asked if there were any other handsets he would recommend at no more than 50 quid, and pay as you go only, and again, he tried to sell me a contract phone. At this point I said "I'm going to ask the same question again, and if you try to sell me a contract phone, I will walk out of the shop and buy nothing". Sure enough, he completely failed to listen, so I walked straight out the door and round the corner to carphone warehouse instead.
I've been back to phones 4 U more recently to discuss an upgrade and had a very similar experience. They have absolutely no interest in what you want, and constantly push you to buy something more expensive that you neither want nor need. It really is the most irritating shop I have ever visited!
Post by: JRS81 on December 13, 2012, 12:05:10
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rl4QMS0Zh_w
Post by: LaKraven on December 13, 2012, 12:38:31
Post by: Juvecu on December 13, 2012, 13:42:03
Post by: Fatbelly on December 13, 2012, 16:12:49
Post by: JRS81 on December 13, 2012, 16:55:24
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Limmy's Show is funny about 3% of the time.
I'm inclined to agree, however I think this sketch fits into the 3%
Post by: Tusker on December 13, 2012, 17:22:59
If you can't shift shit don't get a dog ,, cos they all shit ....
Post by: Keith Cross on December 13, 2012, 17:54:11
Parents who don't keep their kids under control in public places. don't care how they behave at home, that doesn't affect anyone other than the parents. But kids running around out of control in supermarkets and shopping centres, that's a pain. Brings a smile to my face when they fall over or run into something hard though :)
Keith C
Post by: LaKraven on December 13, 2012, 20:22:44
Post by: Keith Cross on December 13, 2012, 21:18:07
If you post was aimed at me, I am actually a parent, two boys who now 22 and 28. Both in employment as tradesmen and both bikers too.
They were brought up to be respectful of others possessions and others space. They were also taught to give their time to others, both being youth leaders for a number of years. Also taught that no one owns them a living and that it is important to be in work and support yourself through life.
They were also brought up to have good manners and and to say please and thank-you.
The above values seem to be missing in many children's upbringing of late, with no respect for others at all, often ignoring their parents requests and disrespecting others property. Even in schools teachers are being attacked by those they are trying to teach.
I am all for protecting children from abusers and others that would do them harm, but its gone to far now, with little or no consequences for their actions.
Rant over
Keith C
Post by: LaKraven on December 14, 2012, 08:25:15
Post by: Ubique on December 14, 2012, 19:13:26
Post by: SimonW on December 14, 2012, 22:32:44
4 weeks on they admit there's a fault, told me I would be migrated to a different backbone, told me this was now on hold, then told me it's going ahead, can't pass me through to the migrations team at 1650 on a Friday because they've finished for the day, can't escalate me to anyone above first line support (they can log a call back for me for a supervisor to call me back within 24-48 working hours) and can't tell me when the migration might happen. Truly truly utterly f*cking shite.
Post by: hookie on December 14, 2012, 23:04:50
Post by: Keith Cross on December 14, 2012, 23:11:42
Must say though that they have been OK over the last 4 years or so
Keith C
Post by: Frenchie on December 14, 2012, 23:18:01
:GRR:
Post by: LaKraven on December 15, 2012, 06:48:29
Post by: hookie on December 15, 2012, 11:29:24
Any unpleasant or insulting submissions on a site like this will only lead to people taking themselves off it or fearful of making contributions thinking they may get berated by others with different views who think that "saying it like it is" is the only way to deal with it. So as with most things in life a middle way, tolerance and a willingness to discuss differences without insulting each other is going to work better in the long term. Escalating confrontation, as history amply demonstrates, does not work.
Post by: LaKraven on December 15, 2012, 11:34:20
Post by: Gassoon on December 15, 2012, 11:40:52
Basically, a rant is a rant - but you are an individual amongst others and there are codes of conduct to be considered when posting stuff...people might feel unjustifiably personally attacked by what somebody says on a forum.
So, I would ask you to just take a few moments to consider your wording and statements a bit more before you post something maybe hundreds of people will read :shrug:
This isn't an attack on you, btw, I enjoy loads of your posts, rants etc - just an explanation of where you might be going wrong. You must have noticed by now that some of your posts get reactions which are very strong - not in keeping with the spirit of this forum (Imo) . That doesn't mean its normally boring, anodyne stuff, just that some boundaries are observed to keep the peace (just as hookie is saying).
Bollocks man... We all make mistakes, make adjustments to our approaches during life, so, as the thinking person/bloke that you are...have a think!
Post by: MartinW on December 15, 2012, 11:43:11
Post by: hookie on December 15, 2012, 11:58:07
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Well said, hookie, even if your intent is derogatory toward me!
Wasn't intended as a snipe at you or anyone else. Really just a comment about how we all the use the Internet. I have to admit to in the past having confronted some very extreme views put forward by some very angry Americans and have had them threaten to get on a plane and visit me to stop me challenging them. I might just as well have been talking to a groups of Afghan insurgents or Iranian militants. I especially hate all this PC stuff that just seems to be getting worse and I will push my points of view very firmly on occasions. I just don't think this site is the place and won't do it any favours. It's the love and passion in biking that binds us together.
Post by: LaKraven on December 15, 2012, 11:58:30
I thought this was a forum for motorcyclists, not the fecking UK Menstrual Society. If my welcome here has worn out, that's fine, but I will never apologise for being who I am, and shame on you all for suggesting that I should!
Post by: Tusker on December 15, 2012, 12:26:13
But again its a phrase that may upset some of the female members ?????? ( I hope not)
I' don't mind strong opinions,, I have some of my own, however thinking it is one thing, saying it in known company is another,, but posting on an open forum is something else.
Unless of course you intend offence..
Its nice to be nice ... :grin:
Post by: hookie on December 15, 2012, 12:30:51
Post by: Gassoon on December 15, 2012, 12:55:19
Quote from: "hookie"
I thought recent studies had de-bunked the whole menstrual/pre-menstrual thing. I always knew it was nonsense as everything that went wrong was my fault to begin with. Haven't they also recently proved that man 'flu is real and can be very serious if we're not looked after properly?
Heh!
LaKraven - you haven't understood a feckin word.
Now, back to the moanin...I hate it when women doubt the reality of my man-flu - even doubling the power of my nose-blowing, throat-clearing doesn't convince some of them ... :GRR:
Post by: Tusker on December 15, 2012, 12:57:25
I think some need to man up a little !!!!! :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
Post by: MartinW on December 15, 2012, 13:37:58
Post by: Gassoon on December 15, 2012, 15:25:44
Quote from: "Reksut"
I hate stereotyping,, I for one have never had man flu or any other illness where I felt the need to be overly pampered by a woman ?????
I think some need to man up a little !!!!! :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin: :grin:
:shy: Aye...mebbe guilty once or twice... :) I'll have to upgrade to pleurisy, eh! How do you get this convincing man-pleurisy then, martin? Spill the beans! :grin:
Seriously, (dangerous moan warning! About to offend about half the species!) all the times I get the excuses of 'time of the month' for bad-temper, or sudden-imability to tidy-up etc in this hoose, I need man-flu to balance it up a little....
Post by: Firestorm on December 15, 2012, 17:23:11
As to Man Flu (which obviously I get), how can you hope for any understanding when the worst our other halves get is Bird Flu?
Just sayin'!!
Post by: Piglumps on December 15, 2012, 17:25:57
1, Terms like 'disenfranchised'. What's wrong with 'left out'?
2, Reading items and posts where people don't know their 'there's'. There means 'in that location', their means 'belonging to them'. They're means 'they are'. Have a word with yourselves.
3, The 42mph brigade.
4, People who call themselves 'professional drivers'. Driving is a means to an end, not a profession in itself. (especially when much of their driving leaves a lot to be desired.
5, 110%,
6, The way that TV programme makers imply that we've got a two minute attention span. All the nonsense where they jump between items in a programme. "The Lakes" on ITV1 is a prime example.
7, People who make up more exciting terms to make their dull existence appear better. An example is there was a government report published and a bloke was being interviewed on BBC Breakfast. Instead of saying 'we will need to investigate further' he said (I kid you not) 'We'll need to get the drains up and have a good look through'.
8, I think I was looking at some stuff on YouTube and a pop up appeared stating that I could 'monetize from' my video. What's wrong with earning?
9, You order a McDonalds (which I haven't done for a while). You ask for a 'Regular Big Mac meal' because you want a regular Big Mac meal. They immediately ask if you want to go large. If I wanted large I'd have asked for it!
10, The term "chillax".
In the immortal words of Mister Angry from Purley: "I'm so angry I could throw the 'phone down"
1,
Post by: Piglumps on December 15, 2012, 17:28:37
Oh and it's nearly Christmas, not the Holiday Season...
Post by: Tusker on December 15, 2012, 17:34:55
I've gone all emotional now.. I just cried two tears out of one eye
:neen:[urlhttp://youtu.be/3-ykZUb3AEE]
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Tell me again how imbeded videos work :crazy:[youtube]http://youtu.be/3-ykZUb3AEE[/youtube]
Post by: Gassoon on December 15, 2012, 18:01:39
This is the closest I get now, using the URL button... :shrug: It (youtube) seems to have changed recently...used to be the 'long link' or whatever, now not an option?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MVDon13fUD0
Wow, now it works...copied from the address bar and pasted between the youtube things, when you click the youtube button on the forum...
Post by: Tusker on December 15, 2012, 18:04:38
OK,, as I said I've gone all teary eyed now,,, all this goodwill swillung around
:lala:
Post by: MartinW on December 15, 2012, 18:12:36
There you go ... Just click the youtube button and paste it in ....
Post by: Tusker on December 15, 2012, 18:16:44
Do you click the share button on Youtube or copy the address ????
Post by: MartinW on December 15, 2012, 18:18:18
Post by: Tusker on December 15, 2012, 18:21:38
by jove I think I've got it
Post by: Catballou on December 17, 2012, 12:35:50
Quote from: "JRS81"
At 31, do I qualify as a moaning old git? Not sure, I'm certainly starting to feel like one.
I've been back to phones 4 U more recently to discuss an upgrade and had a very similar experience. They have absolutely no interest in what you want, and constantly push you to buy something more expensive that you neither want nor need. It really is the most irritating shop I have ever visited!
When I'm in a situation like that I generally start by telling them I'm a buyer by trade, I negotiate for a living, If you want any commission at all listen to what I want, or I walk- only the shockingly stupid try to sell then, they usually start to serve !
My last conversations about phones included the lines, are you a boss - you sound like a boss
& you are a very scary lady I will not charge your account for this
Post by: medic5 on December 17, 2012, 21:08:01
Quote from: "hookie"
The "funny handshake" is a very useful asset and can get you into very well paid jobs and out of situations that could get "normal folks" in serious shite. Can't think why I was never asked to join the club. Never wanted to wear a pointy hat either...
So we could start a vstrom lodge with the number 650 in it: the united vstrom 650 lodge of the United Kingdom, registered with the united grand lodge. With 6 meetings a year plus the ladies night. One difference.
All lodge procedure will be done on your bike. 1st degree done with the blind fold on! Rising from the grave without it causing a slip with out the widows son falling off. Once we have a "master" installed in the ( bike) chair we could move on and start up a chapter.....you will not even need a Harley !!! Then on to start a " mark" mason not forgetting these chapters meet at least 4 times a year , so we could all met up 13 times a year. Oh then there's the lodge of instruction meetings they met every other week.
Or we could just not bother...............lol ........ :crazy: :lala: :neen:
Post by: Gassoon on December 18, 2012, 17:41:10
Post by: Andy M on December 20, 2012, 19:05:16
Andy
Post by: medic5 on December 21, 2012, 20:00:15
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Out with it, Medic5...who's been talking? You know far too much! :angry-tappingfoot:
No secrets about Freemasons, just as there is no secrets in government, the round table, major company's doing business, just that some are taught to be cautious in all their lawful undertakings and that a widows son can always be a Lewis....... :))) :clap:
Post by: greywolf on December 21, 2012, 20:14:17
Post by: Gassoon on December 22, 2012, 10:40:32
Quote from: "greywolf"
I just went up a trouser waist size. Fiddle!
What! Overnight, Pat? Probably just gas...
Post by: greywolf on December 22, 2012, 16:21:20
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Quote from: "greywolf"I just went up a trouser waist size. Fiddle!
What! Overnight, Pat? Probably just gas...
The stitching gave way in an instant. It was time to stop kidding myself. I also need to moan more since this is going to be expensive. I'm going to need new riding pants and a new heated jacket.
Post by: Gassoon on December 22, 2012, 20:12:22
You can always exercise it off (in theory). I'm 5'8", and have a 36" trouser waist size now... :shy: biggest I've ever been. I wanted new trousers from the NEC bike show in Birmingham (the one over here!) a couple weeks ago, and kept trying on basically 34" waists, took me -thicko that I am- a while to work out I'd become fatter. Now I have little excuse in the form of injuries to stop me exercising seriously, I'm going to do it this holiday...so my old-git-moan is about How bloody unfair that us humans have to age at all
I blame the Universe, or at least the Illuminati !
Post by: Keith Cross on December 22, 2012, 23:06:15
Quote from: "greywolf"
I just went up a trouser waist size. Fiddle!
You probably haven't really, its those fat fairies, they break into your wardrobe and make all of your clothes smaller overnight :)
Keith C
Post by: greywolf on December 23, 2012, 00:12:40
Post by: hookie on December 23, 2012, 10:58:39
Post by: Firestorm on December 23, 2012, 13:14:47
Who in Heavens name decided that garages selling petrol should be called 'Service Stations'? Exactly what element of service do they offer? I have to do everything myself, that's 'Self Service' you Marketing Moron! Sometimes I even have to take take my helmet off so they can allegedly tell whether I'm 18 or not - just look at the wrinkles through the visor slot you d*ckhead! And while I'm on, clear off and do your shopping at a Supermarket or a local proper shop so I can just pay for my fuel without missing a mortgage payment or needing another shave and haircut before I get served. And clean up the spilled diesel every now and then rather than relying on my Bike tyres to mop it up.
There, I feel better now!
Post by: MartinW on December 23, 2012, 13:53:36
Then, don't use the Sunday Trading Laws as your excuse for the people in the queue, just put 10:30 on the order notes so people only turn up when the shop is open and we can pay for it.
Post by: Gassoon on January 08, 2013, 11:46:00
And why does nobody post up in this thread anymore? Waste of a perfeckly good thread ###
And me: why, just because I'm in the house waiting for a delivery, do I feel justified in sitting on my arse all morning posting bollocks on the web, and watching stupid Youtube when I've got a list of stuff piling up?? ###
Stupid sod! right I'm off.
Post by: hookie on January 08, 2013, 20:03:26
Also got to get my arse in gear. 'Strom needs service plus rear tyre and brake pads, XL125 needs new head gasket and Sunbeam engine and gearbox need putting together. Also got to put new en suite into spare bedroom, roof insulation and heating systems. Knew I shouldn't have given up working for a living!
Post by: Chris Graves on January 09, 2013, 22:12:11
Quote from: "Gassoon"
And why does nobody post up in this thread anymore?On a purely personal note I have decided that I can't contribute to this thread as I don't consider myself old. A moaning git yes, old no.
Despite the fact that I have no hair on the top of my head, my eyebrows have gone completely out of control and there is more hair sprouting from my nostrils and ears than anywhere else on my body, I am not old.
It has been pointed out to me that I have very few teeth, well neither do babies or toddlers and they are not old. This also applies about not quite making it to the loo in time.
I have become so convinced that I am not not old that I have returned this year's winter heating allowance to Mr Cameron and told him to give it to someone really old like Cliff Richard.
I am sure there are some other reasons but I can't remember them and know that's not because of the onset of senility, lots of really clever young people are absent minded.
Post by: Gassoon on January 09, 2013, 22:58:09
Better not tell the insurers you're just a kid!
Just a thought..what actually is a 'git' ? :shrug: Is it as strong as being a tw&t? Or worse than a pillock? I don't suppose it matters, I suspect I am one anyway. :lala:
Post by: Fatbelly on January 10, 2013, 09:47:03
Insults and swearwords are one of the more refined parts of our wonderful language, there are very few of us who don't enjoy them - and they are all gits. :old:
Post by: Tusker on January 10, 2013, 11:56:20
Post by: gbrchill on January 10, 2013, 12:14:32
One of my other ploys is to either answer each question alternatively yes/no or just to be a candle using cave dweller that doesn't pay any bills (with a very large loan that I shall not be paying back).
Not much moaning here, but the wife tells me I qualify as an old git.
:thumb: Chris
Post by: mjc506 on January 10, 2013, 12:20:45
Post by: Tusker on January 10, 2013, 12:31:17
Post by: frez on January 10, 2013, 13:57:13
Sounding retarded: "I am Bob"
"Hello Bob, and are you the house owner"
"I am Bob"
"Yes, I heard your name is Bob, but are you the house owner"
"I am Bob"
They usually hang up at this point.
Post by: mjc506 on January 10, 2013, 14:03:11
Post by: greywolf on January 10, 2013, 14:30:53
Post by: ProfG on January 10, 2013, 14:35:25
Quote from: "greywolf"
I don't know about there, but over here, twat means lady part.
It's the same here, but it is the more polite version of calling someone a c**t, like 'you stupid twat' instead of 'you stupid c**t' :grin:
Post by: Gassoon on January 10, 2013, 16:27:45
"Etymology 1
From Middle English get (“offspring", especially "illegitimate offspring”). A southern variant of Scots get (“illegitimate child, brat”), related to beget. (from Online Etymology Dictionary)
Noun
git (plural gits)
1.(UK, slang, pejorative) A contemptible person.
2.(UK, slang, pejorative) A silly, incompetent, stupid, annoying or childish person. ?[quotations ?]
Usage notes
'Git' is usually used as an insult, more severe than twit but less severe than a true profanity like wanker or arsehole, and may often be used affectionately between friends. 'Get' can also be used, with a subtle change of meaning. 'You cheeky get!' is slightly less harsh than 'You cheeky git!'.
'Git' is frequently used in conjunction with another word to achieve a more specific meaning. For instance a "smarmy git" refers to a person of a slimy, ingratiating disposition; a "jammy git" would be a person with undeserved luck. The phrase "grumpy old git", denoting a cantankerous old man, is used with particular frequency. In parts of northern England, Northern Ireland and Scotland, 'get' is still used in preference to 'git'.
The word has been ruled by the Speaker of the House of Commons to be unparliamentary language
(I really like that last bit!)
I must admit, I use the word 'get' as in 'spawny get' (ie: incredibly lucky bastard) more than 'git' - didn't realise it was a scottish word in origin :shrug:
I've also always thought it more like the bit I've coloured in blue, not so much the 'contemptible' bit, or 'stupid' connotation...
Ah well, learn something new everyday, eh?!
Post by: Jeff999 on January 10, 2013, 17:16:59
Post by: 2112 on January 12, 2013, 14:07:11
Post by: ProfG on January 22, 2013, 10:01:21
Morons who do 15-20 mph at 7 in the morning in an empty road because they still have not woken up. Get some coffee in you and drive properly ###
Line them up against the wall and :violence-uzi:
Post by: Andy M on January 22, 2013, 12:32:53
Andy
Post by: Tusker on January 22, 2013, 13:14:06
Post by: SnowStrom on January 22, 2013, 14:05:54
My personal peeve: when the Lane 3 Owner's Club are out in force. I feel like I should be driving a hearse, the amount of undertaking I have to do.
Also, what's with cars barrelling up behind you in lane 3, so after you're done overtaking, you nip back into 2, only for the car to sit in lane 3 (usually in your blindspot). You wanted me to move, so overtake and get out of my bloody way!
Post by: doboy on January 22, 2013, 15:40:12
Post by: Fatbelly on January 22, 2013, 16:07:27
Post by: Andy M on January 22, 2013, 17:20:36
I am not at a standstill, dug car out, drove 11 miles, did 8 hour day, drove 11 miles home. The Wife is not at a standstill, 20 miles by train, 20 minute walk, 8 hour day, 20 minute walk, 20 miles by train.
Leeds City council didn't make it 2 3/4 miles to empty my bin in the allocated 10 hour slot and now intend to simply not bother until next week. They will not be refunding what I paid for this service, nor will they be stopping themselves a days holiday as my colleagues who decided not to drive 80 miles on Monday will suffer.
Andy
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 22, 2013, 21:47:46
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
The country is NOT coming to a standstill. Some very lazy journos and teachers have come to a standstill - just like they do at every opportunity. All the rest of us have to live in the real world.
Here's some of the 'real world' jobs I did as a younger man:
building site labouer
night work factory operative
veg market loader
postie
Ice cream vendor
painter and decorator
delivery driver
Then I became a 'lazy teacher' which was the hardest, thankless, abuse ridden,poorly paid,long houred and most draining job I have ever had, without a shadow of a doubt. Teach in the council estate school I was in for one day and you will most likely be on your knees. I did it for 20 years. No, teaching is not a soft option, take it from one who knows. I meet lazy workers all the time who put in about 1/2 hour of graft in a typical day and for whom multi tasking means drinking tea and eating a biscuit! Don't get me wrong, lots of the workforce earn their bread the hard way but if you think teaching is a cop out.....go see for your self :shock: I will add that it can be a very rewarding job but that perk can come at a very high personal cost. If you think 30 kids cannot break 1 adult - they can and regularly do. I have seen it more than once and it should not happen to anyone. Most teachers I knew arrived at 8.am - left at 5pm worked 2 hours at home each evening and gave up most of Sunday to prepare and assess for the coming week. Lazy...... :shrug:
Post by: Fatbelly on January 22, 2013, 21:56:19
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 22, 2013, 22:38:01
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Indeed, as a kid I helped break a couple of teachers...
:clap:
Post by: SimonW on January 22, 2013, 22:56:24
Like all the forum members here do, because we're all bikers.
There's nothing like an ill-informed and/or poorly-researched sweeping statement to further people's thinking and understanding.
Post by: Gassoon on January 22, 2013, 23:15:26
When I was a teacher I had times of 'laziness', but most of the time worked hard, extra hours unpaid just as seastrom says. But then I did know a few who were lazy tw&s - putting a dvd on at the drop of a hat (cos they hadn't prepared properly).Etc. One fecker, every time I looked through his door as I was rushing about, always had his feet up on the desk, reading a paper while the class worked at some set work he had printed out. I guess there's always a few in every field :shrug:
What with the snow being mentioned (and back to ranting), I've just remembered all the teachers I knew who lived 40/50 miles away (or further)from school usually in rural Northumberland, and relished being stuck for a guaranteed! week or two total every winter!
One bugger was always going on about her 4 wheel drive landrover or whatever it was - yet was always 'stuck' - while I made up it to Consett through blizzards in my Fiat uno! :GRR:
And the kids school yesterday was off partly because of the same staff issues...Double ###
Mind you, I'm really sick of the snow and idiots who drive like there is no snow, or like it has no properties which affect the physics of driving.
Post by: SimonW on January 22, 2013, 23:32:03
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 23, 2013, 02:07:38
Some pupils are 'off the wall'. I taught in a school for permanently excluded teenage boys for a while. They were very difficult and many of them came from dysfunctional homes. But they responded well to consistency and mostly craved to be normal. That was rewarding.
I have met some great teachers who make a big difference. I have known a few who would have been more suited to work in a Bank. Not everyone understands what teachers do. But if you are the sort of person who did not enjoy a particular subject at school until you had a ceratin teacher who made it fun, made you want to learn and suddenly you found you were doing better, then I think you will know what I mean!
Post by: MartinW on January 23, 2013, 06:38:10
Even the kids didn't see it as a proper "day off" as their appointment could be any time and they had to be in uniform.
Post by: hookie on January 23, 2013, 08:21:00
Post by: Catballou on January 23, 2013, 12:47:57
The teacher who for my soon was a complete and utter numpty, for my daughter proved to be perfect.
I did have some interesting conversations, my commitment to the textile/art class was woefully inadequate, and the fact that I wasn't bothered both children failed at cushion design was a crime beyond comprehension :grin:
Still I have a son enjoying uni, who with 10 good GCSEs, had a value added score which was the highest they had seen, and a daughter who whilst didn't do so great in her exams, is now strolling through a business BTEC, and is a confident young woman.
Both kids also got to travel tto trthe USA & China, fantastic opportunities which they both appreciate.
The school helped shape these young lives, they taught, they backed up my family values, they supported all of us, and in loco parentis, I was always confident that they cared & acted as I would.
Post by: Fatbelly on January 23, 2013, 16:17:14
Not that we minded at the time, we loved it. But many of the staff had no educational ambitions for us at all - the pupils were written off by the system as factory fodder or little housewives. How I remember them telling us, "The finest thing a young man can aspire to be is an Apprentice Engineer". (verbatim) The girls spent a lot of time on something called Domestic Science.
A few of the teachers really tried hard (actually, only one that I can remember) but what chance did they have with pupils who were being taught to avoid ambition and not to get "ideas above your station".
A number of the teachers tried to make up for their academic inadequacy by becoming bullies, but we won a couple of those battles. Sometimes it's good to see a grown man cry!
Remarkably, in the 10 or 15 years after I left school an extraordinarily large number of ex-pupils found their way back into education and two that I know of are now full Professors at proper universities! They tried to blight our lives but some managed to fight back.
Post by: SimonW on January 23, 2013, 22:36:42
Quote from: "Catballou"
I did have some interesting conversations, my commitment to the textile/art class was woefully inadequate, and the fact that I wasn't bothered both children failed at cushion design was a crime beyond comprehension :grin:Oh yes! I'm at that place right now! :-)
Post by: Andy M on January 24, 2013, 13:05:46
The *** would probably enjoy having a digital camera shoved up his bum, so I probably couldn't be bothered even to do that!
And I still hate Dance Macabre and Carnival of the Animals too. Took me years to get back into classical music after having to dissect it while some mad ex-hippie/failed folk singer tried to make it to her next fag break/spliff/retirement.
Andy
Post by: Fatbelly on January 24, 2013, 13:20:12
When someone suggested kids study Drama they meant get them to study Shakespeare so they get an in-depth understanding of the English language. They did not mean pretend you are a tree blowing in the wind.
Why on earth do schools teach religion? Religions do that for themselves!
Someone told me, though I just can't believe it, that they can sit exams in Gym!!!
Mathematics is mathematics. Counting is called Arithmetic. ### ### ### :old:
Post by: MartinW on January 24, 2013, 13:45:08
Very useful in her career I think !
Post by: hookie on January 24, 2013, 17:57:27
With regard to teaching religion. In UK state schools it hopes to teach kids about different faiths and hopefully may increase tolerance and understanding, and not adherence to christianity as used to be the case years ago. What is worrying is that private and faith schools can teach (indoctrinate?) a particular faith, excluding and damning others. This is certainly the case in some muslim and christian schools. For example in some parts of the U.S. teaching Darwinian evolution is banned and christian creationism is forced down kids throats along with all the other stuff about sin and guilt. This is very dangerous and unhealty. Whatever you do or do not believe, different views should at least be looked at and people be able to make up their own minds.
As for Shakespeare, I was put off his works for life when I was forced with threats of quite severe punishments, to rote learn passages from several of his plays. I was also expected to learn Latin, just in case we were over run by their army storming through East Anglia no doubt....
Post by: Andy M on January 24, 2013, 19:27:28
Quote from: "hookie"
If you were to ask the current gov. minister for education and any previous ones from the last 50 years to say why we have education at all, you would not end up with any clear or agreed answer. ....
I hope this remains so in my lifetime. Teach the IT and other technical people to talk bull**** and express themselves on a single sheet of A4 or 3 line e-mail (replaces French and creative writing in the curiculum) and the streets will be full of ex-sales managers and trainers acting as unemployment consultants to each other as the tech boys overthrow their current overlords. The golf club makers and other sellers of shiny things will have to be re-trained to develop World of Warcraft spin offs and practical non-pointless clothing. Whole departments in UPS's call centre will close down when shipping departments no longer think Vienna is in the country near New Zealand.
Above all and most importantly, as the world will be run by the competant and sane there will be no need for Quality mangers :shy:
Andy
Post by: Keith Cross on January 24, 2013, 20:27:24
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOfZLb33uCg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOfZLb33uCg)
Keith C
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 24, 2013, 20:29:45
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 24, 2013, 20:38:39
Quote from: "Keith Cross"
Some religious education for you
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOfZLb33uCg (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lOfZLb33uCg)
Keith C
Patronising - shame really. I don't know much about the Hamish but there are a lot of religious groups I like less.
Post by: Fatbelly on January 24, 2013, 20:43:07
Quote from: "Sea-Strom"
The moaners are so busy criticising everyone and everything they contribute very little to life themselves.
That's not actually true though, is it?
The Hamish?
(http://farm3.staticflickr.com/2480/3817559814_1c3a9790e7.jpg)
Post by: Gassoon on January 24, 2013, 21:35:09
'The Hamish' lol lol Sorry Sea Strom, but that was a funny typing slip-up, man! :thumb:
Post by: ProfG on January 24, 2013, 22:49:34
Quote from: "Sea-Strom"
The greatest teachers can make the dullest rubbish interesting.
Very true, however, the opposite is also true. Crap teachers can make the most interesting subject really boring.
Quote from: "Sea-Strom"
The best pupils are not necessarily the brightest but the ones who want to learn.
Again, very true. The best example is Einstein who is reputed to have repeated every year of his school education by failing the first time and having to repeat the year again. Einstein was not bright by his school standards at that time which says something about how we measure intelligence and brightness.
There are good and bad teachers just as there are good and bad in every profession.
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 25, 2013, 00:21:55
Post by: Fatbelly on January 25, 2013, 09:18:24
Mind if I borrow it? I have a McChristian friend just waiting for it.
Post by: hookie on January 25, 2013, 09:19:35
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 25, 2013, 16:14:18
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
McChristians! - excellent phrase, Sea-Strom!:obscene-drinkingcheers:
Mind if I borrow it? I have a McChristian friend just waiting for it.
Post by: doboy on February 03, 2013, 17:42:57
Post by: Gassoon on February 03, 2013, 17:53:51
Post by: Catballou on February 03, 2013, 17:55:57
husband..quite dislike him at this minute in time
Post by: MartinW on February 03, 2013, 18:05:08
Post by: Fatbelly on February 03, 2013, 18:14:17
Post by: Fat Rat on February 03, 2013, 18:17:12
Post by: Fat Rat on February 03, 2013, 18:19:52
Quote from: "MartinW"
Oh Dear .... Hopefully Mr B has time to order a re-enforced V-Strom.co.uk codpiece from Mr Rat's emporium, with the logo on the front and his forum name round the waistband.
I need a minimum order of 10pcs to produce the aforementioned protective clothing (and sequins are extra).
Post by: Tusker on February 03, 2013, 18:22:43
Post by: Fat Rat on February 03, 2013, 19:38:19
Quote from: "Tusker"
speaking of which,,how we doing on the stunningly stylish rally T-shirts ?
I have orders for..........two :GRR:
Post by: Tusker on February 03, 2013, 19:39:41
Post by: Sea-Strom on February 03, 2013, 21:56:01
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I have never liked the cinema very much .... I prefer to watch a movie on the telly with no distractions.
+1 I get my DVD's from the library - it's amazing how quickly the new films come in. My last trip to the local flea-pit was to see the King's Speech. It was too claustrophobic and too loud :old: Used to like the cinema in my younger days mind - particularly on the back row! :grin:
Post by: Jacko on February 03, 2013, 23:08:46
Post by: loggamatt on February 07, 2013, 06:06:03
We bikers get away with filtering ahead of the cars at traffic lights because when the lights change we're away quickly enough that we don't delay the cars anyway. But a few times recently, I've filtered through to the front, then a load of cyclists have positioned themselves in a line in front of me... so when the lights change I can't get away because there are a load of cyclists slowly crawling away at just over walking pace in front of me. So then the car drivers get annoyed that I've pushed ahead of them in the queue but am then holding them up (car drivers, of course, don't look far enough ahead to realise that if I wasn't there they'd be blocked off by the same cyclists anyway). Which means chaos then ensues with everyone beeping horns and trying to find non-existant gaps between cyclists, cars and me! ###
Why can the world not understand that if you give motorcycles space at traffic lights they'll be gone before they could cause you any hassle at all? If the cyclists that block me off gave me space to go first, I'd be accelerating off into the distance before they'd even managed to start moving.
I also saw a cyclist nearly take out an old lady crossing a pedestrian crossing yesterday (that I had stopped for like a considerate road user)... only good thing about it was that she waved her stick at him in a comedy angry old person style :)
Post by: Fatbelly on February 07, 2013, 10:00:27
Post by: Abercol on February 07, 2013, 10:43:49
How very dare they hold me up...don't they know who I am! lol lol
Post by: mjc506 on February 07, 2013, 11:35:30
Especially that twunting tractor who takes great delight in spreading slippy mud/clay/sewage across the roads just before the traffic starts in the mornings and evenings :GRR:
Post by: frez on February 07, 2013, 11:43:41
Why can't the councils get their act to gether and start filling in the bloody pot holes?
I pretty much know where they all are on my way to work and can position the bike accordingly. I don't go anywhere near the inside of the road when it is dark for view because I know the surface maybe shit there.
Post by: Fatbelly on February 07, 2013, 15:03:01
edited: just occurred to me that it's "End of budget" time for councils. Now is the time to report that pot hole!
Post by: Sea-Strom on February 07, 2013, 22:09:10
Post by: MartinW on February 07, 2013, 22:29:06
Quote from: "Sea-Strom"
Bloody cyclists with headphones! One stopped at the front of the lights today - he could not see the arrow, we all honked and he just listened to the Arctic Monkeys whilst we fumed. :angry-tappingfoot:Don't believe you, cyclists don't stop at lights .... :neen:
Post by: Sea-Strom on February 08, 2013, 19:57:41
Quote from: "MartinW"
Damn, I've been rumbled! lol lolQuote from: "Sea-Strom"Bloody cyclists with headphones! One stopped at the front of the lights today - he could not see the arrow, we all honked and he just listened to the Arctic Monkeys whilst we fumed. :angry-tappingfoot:Don't believe you, cyclists don't stop at lights .... :neen:
Post by: Sea-Strom on February 08, 2013, 20:14:20
Post by: mr_diver on February 08, 2013, 20:22:52
Post by: Sea-Strom on February 08, 2013, 22:36:36
Quote from: "mr_diver"
I'm going to that TESCO in the morning :thumb:Don't waste money on real Araldite - the £1 shop stuff sticks to glass just as well lol
Post by: Andy M on February 10, 2013, 08:28:37
Few members of the public can actually read, so an empty bay at the end of a line where the rest of screaming-in-the-cereal-aisle brigade park will get a people carrier plonked on it regardless. As we can walk as far as you like and can obviously carry our shopping, why not put us a few rows back?
Andy
Post by: loggamatt on February 10, 2013, 10:44:57
All those people studying for degrees in Car Park Design (I haven't checked, but I'll bet it exists!) need to buck their ideas up!
Post by: 2112 on February 10, 2013, 11:24:45
Quote from: "loggamatt"
All those people studying for degrees in Car Park Design (I haven't checked, but I'll bet it exists!) need to buck their ideas up!
As a Design Engineer with the local electricity company I often get to see the layout of supermarkets, offices and housing developments well before they reach planning application stage. The rubbish some 'experts' turn out is quite staggering ! We've seen car park exits on a different level to the road (a slight 'oversight' I was told but it would have been interesting having a 12' drop), exits on to other peoples land, exits to solid walls and even exits into our substation compounds. I have some sympathy for the Council Planners who have to wade through this bilge on a regular basis.
Don't even get me started on the ridiculous size of electricity supply they request because they can't apply a bit of diversity correctly...
Post by: loggamatt on February 10, 2013, 11:31:46
Quote from: "2112"
and even exits into our substation compounds.
Ha! Amazing :) Perhaps you could suggest they test out their design themselves? Preferably at high speed while touching something that conducts electricity!!
Post by: Fat Rat on February 28, 2013, 23:01:19
Why the feck do they feel the need to avoid the huge Car Park at all costs and park as close to the entrance as possible, even if that means parking on the kerb on a Mini Roundabout.
:soap: :old:
Post by: Fatbelly on March 01, 2013, 00:23:05
Come to that, why the feck do they call it reality TV when it is about as far removed from reality as possible?
Post by: Gassoon on March 01, 2013, 09:12:30
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Come to that, why the feck do they call it reality TV when it is about as far removed from reality as possible?
I was applauding that comment, when it dawned on me that possibly it represents a version of reality in the lives of the bright-eyed brainless feckers who go on there, and those who watch it. Their real lives are played out squabbling and game-playing in their shared flats, while endless re-runs of soaps stream to the giant telly which presides ultimately over them from pride-of-place on the living-room wall...And - oh feck, I give up. Spleen venting complete. For now. :GRR:
Post by: Tusker on March 01, 2013, 11:09:06
I never remember to be more careful next time :shrug:
Post by: Tusker on March 03, 2013, 16:38:15
now look here,, I know times are tough, purse strings need to be pulled tight and necks drawn in etc etc but come on. Surely all ST6 ers will want one and its March already,
If its a problem with the design say so.
Post by: Gassoon on March 03, 2013, 17:59:44
http://www.v-strom.co.uk/shop/ (http://www.v-strom.co.uk/shop/)
Post by: Sven on March 03, 2013, 21:27:32
Quote from: "Tusker"
now look here,, I know times are tough, Surely all ST6 ers will want one and its March
Sorry to say but I don't want one. I've been in a few clubs over the last few years & the bottom of my wardrobe is full with about 50 t-shirts from various events!
I want to go on Stromtrekkers 6 to have a laugh, meet like minded blokes & ride some green lanes. I don't really need a t-shirt to enjoy it or remember it. Sorry.
Thought it was better to put something on here to explain as there hasn't been much response so far. :shrug:
Post by: Tusker on March 03, 2013, 21:31:28
Quote from: "Sven"
Quote from: "Tusker"now look here,, I know times are tough, Surely all ST6 ers will want one and its March
Sorry to say but I don't want one. I've been in a few clubs over the last few years & the bottom of my wardrobe is full with about 50 t-shirts from various events!
I want to go on Stromtrekkers 6 to have a laugh, meet like minded blokes & ride some green lanes. I don't really need a t-shirt to enjoy it or remember it. Sorry.
Thought it was better to put something on here to explain as there hasn't been much response so far. :shrug:
fair enough, I don't have a problem with that,,,,
Post by: Sea-Strom on March 03, 2013, 21:45:24
Post by: Gassoon on March 03, 2013, 22:09:24
Please nobody feel put out by this - there'll be no tee-shirt effing register at ST6 lol :thumb:
(edit: but they are canny! :lala: )
Post by: skinny5216 on March 04, 2013, 17:26:51
Post by: frez on March 08, 2013, 14:38:28
I don't recall it ever being this bad, I think with the manufacturers in sourcing components to the cheapest, we are reaoing the rewards with light bulbs that don't last as long.
Post by: mjc506 on March 08, 2013, 15:23:50
"I know, it's foggy and my choice of colour blends in perfectly with this fog. I'll drive around in the half-light with no lights on" der derp derp :crazy:
Post by: Sea-Strom on March 08, 2013, 15:40:49
Post by: mjc506 on March 08, 2013, 15:54:44
Quote from: "Sea-Strom"
Even worse than that are pedestrians who wear black everything at night. They cross the road in front of you at short notice - complete hazard. Pedestrians are road users - clothes are their lights. We need another 'wear something bright at night' slogan campaign like there was a few years back. Pedestrians have rights on the road but often forget their responsibilities!At least pedestrians are soft :haha:
Post by: Sea-Strom on March 08, 2013, 16:41:55
Quote from: "mjc506"
At least pedestrians are soft :haha:
That's true! Trouble is I tend to swerve to avoid them cos I'm a kindly soul.
Post by: frez on March 08, 2013, 16:47:03
Post by: Andy M on March 08, 2013, 17:19:41
Andy
Post by: Fat Rat on March 08, 2013, 18:00:47
Quote from: "Andy M"
The fact that changing a lamp seems to involve taking the engine out of a lot of cars doesn't help. A full hour and scratched up hands are involved with a peugeot I helped with for a lass at work.
Andy
That's what you pay Halfords £6 to do :thumb:
Post by: Sven on March 08, 2013, 18:35:22
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
Quote from: "Andy M"The fact that changing a lamp seems to involve taking the engine out of a lot of cars doesn't help. A full hour and scratched up hands are involved with a peugeot I helped with for a lass at work.
Andy
That's what you pay Halfords £6 to do :thumb:
I thought that service was only for women... :neen: :grin:
Post by: Sven on March 08, 2013, 18:41:29
Quote from: "Andy M"
The fact that changing a lamp seems to involve taking the engine out of a lot of cars doesn't help. A full hour and scratched up hands are involved with a peugeot I helped with for a lass at work.
Andy
Same for me last week.
Mrs got home and said "I've got a headlight bulb gone".
"No problem" says I "will only take 5 minutes."
An hour & a half later........and its finally finished :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Fat Rat on March 08, 2013, 18:50:47
Quote from: "Sven"
I thought that service was only for women... :neen: :grin:
AND blokes with big manly hands
Post by: Gassoon on March 26, 2013, 10:03:37
And none of them, upon inspection, have been supplied with the other half of the frickin zip so I could get them altered easily :bawl: I am sure they used to do that...
Post by: Andy M on March 26, 2013, 12:27:59
Best bit of kit I've bought in the last ten years was a German Army tank drivers suit. Basically a pair of overalls with a liner and pockets. Goes over the armoured trousers and under the jacket. Can be washed and dried in 24 hours with stuff you'd keep in the house and has made my heated jacket obsolete.
Function 1 Fashion 0 (and I get to sing "Zwei Welt Krieg und ein Welt Cup..." whenever I'm putting it on).
Andy
Post by: Gassoon on March 26, 2013, 17:00:19
Post by: skinny5216 on March 26, 2013, 18:07:07
Quote from: "Andy M"
Yeah, but despite your frozen kidneys and soggy socks I'm sure you'll be happy that you look like Charlie Boreman or Valentino Rossi. Good news is that the zips will drop off and the Velcro will go fuzzy inside 18 months so you'll be able to "upgrade" :sarc:
Best bit of kit I've bought in the last ten years was a German Army tank drivers suit. Basically a pair of overalls with a liner and pockets. Goes over the armoured trousers and under the jacket. Can be washed and dried in 24 hours with stuff you'd keep in the house and has made my heated jacket obsolete.
Function 1 Fashion 0 (and I get to sing "Zwei Welt Krieg und ein Welt Cup..." whenever I'm putting it on).
Andy
Sound like something Boon used to wear. lol
No offence.
Post by: skinny5216 on March 27, 2013, 16:58:42
Post by: Andy M on March 27, 2013, 17:54:35
Quote from: "skinny5216...
No offence.[/quote
No offence.[/quote
None taken.
Pictures from my sidecaring days (Different use of the lower body, less need for armour, hence the horse coat and open face rather than the bike stuff I use solo) https://sites.google.com/site/threewheelbonnie/cold-places/clothing
One or two of you may have visited my site before. According to Google Analytics at least 3 perverts arrived there by searching for "PVC Underwear" :crazy: . The fact they only spent on average 3 minutes there I take as both a relief (a sentiment they possibly shared) and a complement. :shy: :grin:
Andy
Post by: skinny5216 on March 27, 2013, 18:13:57
Quote from: "Andy M"
Quote from: "skinny5216...
No offence.[/quote
None taken.
Pictures from my sidecaring days (Different use of the lower body, less need for armour, hence the horse coat and open face rather than the bike stuff I use solo) https://sites.google.com/site/threewheelbonnie/cold-places/clothing
One or two of you may have visited my site before. According to Google Analytics at least 3 perverts arrived there by searching for "PVC Underwear" :crazy: . The fact they only spent on average 3 minutes there I take as both a relief (a sentiment they possibly shared) and a complement. :shy: :grin:
Andy
lol lol lol interesting reading :thumb: Errr I found it looking for washing up gloves fetish :shock:
Post by: Tusker on March 27, 2013, 18:19:29
a cracking good read to boot....
Post by: MartinW on March 29, 2013, 20:27:09
Every trip back I am bombarded with electronic signs saying "M6 Toll Clear" and suggesting I may like to go that way to avoid chaos on the M5/M6 interchange. For those without a doctorate in Gography, taking the M6 toll and then the M42 is a pretty hefty diversion when you really want the M5 and costs more in go-juice and a nice toll fee.
However, the bloody sign never says M6 clear, which these days it can be because of the people that go down the toll road now. It's always a case of trying to convince me to go down the toll road, spend £5.50 on the toll and another £5 on petrol and get where I am going later than I would by staying on the M6.
Post by: petestrom on March 29, 2013, 20:50:29
Has it's bad side though, does this mean I'm going to become a Soft Old Git. :old:
Post by: loggamatt on March 29, 2013, 21:46:25
Quote from: "Gassoon"
It's really pissed me off this week that none of my bike kit - jackets and trousers - can zip together
Probably going to get this Zup Biker (http://www.zupbiker.com) thing so I can attach kevlar jeans to a jacket. Apparently it allows you to connect any jacket to any pair of trousers (edit: WITHOUT PUNCTURE WOUNDS!!)...
Post by: MartinW on March 29, 2013, 21:54:13
Quote from: "loggamatt"
Apparently it allows you to connect any jacket to any pair of trousers...So do staples.
Post by: loggamatt on March 29, 2013, 22:07:03
Quote from: "MartinW"
Quote from: "loggamatt"Apparently it allows you to connect any jacket to any pair of trousers...So do staples.
Edited :grin:
Post by: Fatbelly on March 30, 2013, 02:06:55
Post by: loggamatt on March 30, 2013, 10:45:21
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I went to that ZUP site and the first thing I noticed was that they were selling a BUFF at €35 - yes, just like the ones some folks give away for free. Never read any more.
But... but... "The Cyclone BUFF has been developed to provide the ultimate protection against wind and rain when on your bike. No more wind in your neck and no more water draining off your helmet. This is the ultimate weather protection for bikers."
Think of the teams of scientists who must have spent years toiling over test tubes and sewing machines to develop this ultimate protection! Should they not earn a crust to take home to their poor starving families?? :violin: :)
Post by: Gassoon on March 30, 2013, 10:58:28
Post by: loggamatt on March 30, 2013, 11:13:45
Yeah, I'd say it's a premium solution really... I guess it depends on how much you spend on your gear generally. If people have bought a top end jacket that they want to connect to a different top end pair of trousers it might make economic sense.
For me, I've bought what is hopefully a good pair of protective jeans (Bull-it jeans which use a new material instead of kevlar... although my jeans are the old model, their new jeans are the first to be CE approved to level 2) and I intend to wear these with a mesh jacket on my travels in Europe. Obviously this won't be as protective as a full textile or leather suit, but temperature will be a factor and not having to get changed every time I go exploring off the bike will be a nice bonus. But the only thing I am concerned about with a jeans/jacket combo is that in a slide a fairly sizeable gap could open up between them, leaving bits of loggamatt stuck to the road! :shock: So for my peace of mind, think it's worth it to me to get the Zup jeans belt. Obviously a velcro connection, however good, could come apart too... but better than nothing I hope!
Not going to buy it though until the weather gets hot enough to make a mesh jacket purchase worthwhile so I know what size zip I need. Mesh jacket weather seems rather a long way off at the moment! :GRR:
Post by: Buggrit on April 03, 2013, 00:09:35
My own pet hate (one of them anyway) is having to suffer someone else's exhaled cigarette smoke. You're in a bus queue (snow & ice so bike at home) and you are expected to inhale second hand smoke from some joker in front of you. See their faces however, if you've had a good vindaloo the previous night and they have to inhale YOUR emissions....There really is little difference in the concept. :soap:
Post by: hookie on April 03, 2013, 08:18:37
Post by: Abercol on April 03, 2013, 10:50:23
I once chased a bloke 15 miles down the M8 to Erskine Bridge when his apple core landed in my lap - he nearly crashed when I chucked it back through his window. I was a very grumpy young git at the time!
The irony is these folks will then moan like hell about their council tax, a chunk of which is used to employ street sweepers & cleaners to pick up the crap they threw away.
Post by: Ptarmigan on April 03, 2013, 12:53:00
Quote from: "Abercol"
...been burnt before by having a cigarette arse go down the front of my jacket (was going to say fag end, but the innuendo police stopped me!).
Whereas the Americanism filter just silently changes things without the poster noticing?
lol lol
Post by: 2112 on April 03, 2013, 21:57:05
Post by: Jacko on April 03, 2013, 23:29:36
Post by: Gassoon on April 04, 2013, 08:08:24
Post by: Abercol on April 04, 2013, 11:42:30
Now, I do remember the sunny day up past Loch Lomond when a large bumble bee went down the front of my wife's bike jacket...nearly caused an accident as she suddenly stopped her bike in the middle of the road & stripped to her (nice lacey, bright blue) bra and started rummaging around in it.
Post by: MartinW on April 04, 2013, 12:45:09
Quote from: "Abercol"
she suddenly stopped her bike in the middle of the road & stripped to her (nice lacey, bright blue) bra and started rummaging around in it.
:text-worthless:
Post by: ProfG on April 04, 2013, 12:50:02
Quote from: "MartinW"
Quote from: "Abercol"she suddenly stopped her bike in the middle of the road & stripped to her (nice lacey, bright blue) bra and started rummaging around in it.
:text-worthless:
+10 :thumb:
Post by: Abercol on April 05, 2013, 11:22:15
Will it help if I tell you that she was, at the time of the incident, 19 yrs old, 5'5", 36C, 24, 34 & blonde??
The bee did not survive the ordeal, it had been squashed by her left tit....which was stung...
Post by: Fatbelly on April 05, 2013, 11:34:29
As I said, one of life's mysteries, like why do tourists go to Callander?
Post by: Tusker on April 05, 2013, 13:04:30
On the up side he only charged a £5 for putting my spare on and repairing the puncture.......
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Brockett on April 05, 2013, 13:42:53
How the **** does he know.
Politicians eh!
The wifes family .....
Brother in law 4 kids and didn't work after he was 35 now 67 lived on DHSS
Sister 1 in law 1 child aged 22 no husband never worked again now 65 Lived on DHSS
Sister 2 in law 1 child 21 no husband never worked again, died of alcohol after years of boozing on DHSS
Sister 3 in law 2 children 2 husbands none stayed never worked died of cancer aged 53 after living on 60 fags a day and various other drugs and booze thanks to DHSS.
Danny Alexander is second to Osborne ...... How safe do you feel now?
Post by: MartinW on April 05, 2013, 13:49:18
Post by: Andy M on April 05, 2013, 17:39:07
Quote from: "Tusker"
I hate tyre fitters,, why oh why do the put the wheel nuts on FT instead of torqueing them. Had a puncture yesterday ,, and couldn't budge the feckin nuts. Walk to a mates and borrow an extension tube and can't budge them not even with my weight bouncing up and down on the tube ........ Go home for the stirrup pump get a bit of air in and limp to a local garage.....
On the up side he only charged a £5 for putting my spare on and repairing the puncture.......
:angry-tappingfoot:
FT is better than the workshop adjustable slippy that always goes low once the monkeys have used it to hammer a few nails in, prop the workshop door open on sunny days, poke their oil drum full of burning wood in winter etc. Don't believe that some extension bar with numbers on the handle has anything to do with torque. Torque is set using something the monkeys think will one day spew out a pile of coins when they pull the handle and three lemons pop up instead of the usual numbers!
Your nuts were probably RBFT because of the galling effect of the crappy mismatched studs most manufacturers use with alloys. They need to be tightened, taken to working temperature backed off, then torqued. You could also copperslip the ramped lead in. No tyre fitter will do that on the grounds in may harm mythical creatures (Elven Safety mate).
Andy
Post by: Juvecu on April 21, 2013, 21:38:00
Longer bolts and nuts on the way, but it's still a damn PITA.
Post by: Andy M on April 22, 2013, 05:58:01
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Hate when a thread strips when I'm using the right torque figure. ...
Calibrated wrench or some halfords supplied extension bar with a scale stamped on the handle? If it hasn't seen a calibrated meter inside the month it's an extension bar.
I was involved in a study at Leyland Trucks a few years back. The workshops so called torque wrenches were out by massive amounts by about the third use and the scales were simply pointless. Working by feel was actually the better choice although they went one better than that and bought bluetoothed closed loop calibrated kit.
Andy
Post by: Jacko on April 22, 2013, 07:42:55
Using a Haynes manual figure once I squashed a coolant drain washer into a flat distorted mess and still didn't get the click, lesson learnt..
Post by: Gassoon on April 22, 2013, 08:39:36
Quote
bought bluetoothed closed loop calibrated kit.
Everythings bloody bluetoothed these days...what's wrong with good old Medium Wave? :GRR: (back on theme! ;-) )
Post by: doboy on April 22, 2013, 12:40:29
Post by: MartinW on April 22, 2013, 12:42:38
Bloody annoying. We tend to watch/listen to BBC channels to avoid the adverts and record the other channels to skip the ads when we watch the shows later.
Post by: Fatbelly on April 22, 2013, 12:44:21
Post by: Jacko on April 22, 2013, 13:27:17
Nissans Verso also got numerous mentions as the car Hiro wanted and got hold of to travel America..
Make the most of those ad breaks chaps, they won't exist for much longer..
Post by: jimbo8098 on April 22, 2013, 14:18:54
Post by: Fatbelly on April 22, 2013, 20:23:18
Quote from: "jimbo8098"
I just use iplayer nowadays. Programming quality on other channels is way below standard so I never find anything on any other channels and ,if I do , there is always the rest of the internet. ARRRR!
If it's not obvious....Jimbo, you are far too young to be on the Moaning Old Git Thread (and where were you on Sunday, soft boy?)
Post by: Gassoon on April 22, 2013, 23:18:40
Post by: Fatbelly on April 23, 2013, 00:04:07
Post by: Andy M on April 23, 2013, 06:01:40
Andy
Post by: Chris Graves on April 23, 2013, 07:05:24
Adverts are so long I fall asleep in them and then miss the rest of the programmes.
Got to stop, my carer says I'm rambling again and if I don't behave I can't go to ST6.
Post by: Juvecu on April 23, 2013, 22:21:44
Post by: Fatbelly on April 24, 2013, 10:38:11
Post by: jimbo8098 on April 24, 2013, 14:18:02
As for the treasure hunt , I got told a different time , checked the site before I went and sure enough , missed the start at 9 I woke up for the start at 1 :groan:
Post by: jimbo8098 on April 24, 2013, 14:22:57
Quote from: "Juvecu"
"felt" right up to the point where the socket cap allen bolt starting turning round much easier than it should.
Had that before on the XT and my NX. Made a vow to use threadloc instead of brute force next time but I now know when a bolt is about to shear. ###
Post by: Ptarmigan on April 24, 2013, 14:37:24
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
You seem to have stumbled on a new method of helicoil manufacture, Juv!lol lol
Post by: Darkest-Star on April 24, 2013, 23:28:57
News channels that have their scrolling news along the bottom of the screen and the 'breaking news' item was in fact broken some time before and is therefore no longer breaking.
Internet searches that give American websites even though I request pages from the UK :???:
Post by: Jacko on April 25, 2013, 07:44:06
Address sir?
State.
Zip code..
Do they get..
County
Postcode
?
No, so why the other way around?
Post by: Fatbelly on April 25, 2013, 10:34:37
Post by: Brockett on April 28, 2013, 17:14:10
Full charge takes place one hour after the yellow light has gone out. ( half charge state)
:wtf:
So I put it on charge and walk away to get on with my life and think "how the **** will I know when the bloody yellow goes out unless I stand there and stare at it".
:groan:
Post by: Jacko on April 28, 2013, 22:49:46
Post by: MartinW on April 29, 2013, 13:13:02
Then the atmosphere is destroyed by some pretentious little tw@t sat in the corner with his coven of face-painted “departmental store perfumery assistants” and he wants to be the centre of attention as he lords it up over his team of rental-dollies. Unfortunately, his table is right between two groups of strommers who are not able to have a larger meeting as a result.
He’s busy ordering bottles of wine, knocking some of them over and ordering some more. Saying “look at me” quite a lot. Asking his decorated companions if they would like to try his Rolex on for size, while he sits there pretending to be a body-double for that geezer from the choir programmes.
Then as he starts to go on a bit too much, you have to ask one of the lady strommers to put the cutlery down and get back in her chair. Then you notice other normally placid strommers waiting to adjust his life-span in a downwardly direction as the two strummer groups begin to grow and squeeze him and his table of vixens even further into the corner.
Then finally he gets the message and buggers off and we claim his table before the last trace of Chanel No5 pollutes our nostrils.
Maybe if Mr Rat’s shop could sell tasselled leather jackets with patches on and we all turned up in bandana’s, then this process will run quicker next time. Mind you, then we would look like as big a knob as him …
Post by: jimbo8098 on April 29, 2013, 13:51:48
Quote from: "MartinW"
Imagine sitting in a nice village public house,...
That's not just an old git annoyance , folk like that get right on my tits too!
Post by: Fatbelly on April 29, 2013, 18:12:49
Post by: Andy M on April 30, 2013, 06:41:27
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Me too, Jimbo, and also leather jackets (or even waistcoats) with patches on!
I think my favourite "tribals" were a bunch of badass, stick-on tatood, plastic Harley riders who turned out to be the Accountants Motorcycle Association of Denmark :crazy: The fact they were dividing up their restaurant bill to the nearest cent gave it away :haha:
My current wind up however is that every *****y update of PDF reader or GPS software or windows requires me to run through the back pages of their installation to stop it installing Chrome and some pointless toolbar.
Does anyone know how to get rid of that bit on IE that constantly pings up "do you want to go to......"?
Andy
Post by: kissofdeath on April 30, 2013, 12:19:05
Post by: Andy M on April 30, 2013, 17:11:00
Andy
Post by: Fatbelly on April 30, 2013, 18:32:46
And you don't want a painful donkey.
Post by: Juvecu on May 05, 2013, 20:37:14
Post by: medic5 on May 08, 2013, 20:34:18
Post by: loggamatt on May 08, 2013, 20:42:28
Quote from: "Andy M"
I think my favourite "tribals" were a bunch of badass, stick-on tatood, plastic Harley riders who turned out to be the Accountants Motorcycle Association of Denmark :crazy:
Sons Of Accountancy! I think they're 1%-ers... Or less if they can find a tax loophole...
Post by: SnowStrom on May 09, 2013, 08:56:12
Post by: ProfG on May 09, 2013, 09:08:53
Quote from: "MartinW"
....... while he sits there pretending to be a body-double for that geezer from the choir programs.
People who cannot spell? or American wannabees
:violence-uzi: :angry-cussingblack: :violence-uzi: :angry-cussingblack: :violence-uzi: :angry-cussingblack: :violence-uzi: :angry-cussingblack: :violence-uzi: :angry-cussingblack:
:flags-wavegreatbritain: :flags-wavegreatbritain: :flags-wavegreatbritain:
Post by: Jacko on May 09, 2013, 09:29:42
Post by: MartinW on May 09, 2013, 09:56:35
Quote from: "ProfG"
People who cannot spell? or American wannabeesEdited the original post so that you can avoid exploding.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 09, 2013, 10:57:37
Quote from: "Jacko"
Surface dressing. They've just thrown a load down on a nearby road, the 'you finish it off' stuff.. Makes a right mess of paintwork because of all the chips and is dodgy as hell while we're completing the job.. I'm not sure how it can even be legal, but Hello, it saves money, and they can do it all again in 4 years..
Agreed - also dislike this stuff, particularly because those on 4 wheels don't seem to understand that those on 2 need to take a bit more care than usual going round bends that effectively consist of gravel, and insist on leaving no more than 0.2mm space between you and them.
GRRRR!
Post by: Juvecu on May 13, 2013, 18:59:21
Surely if you recognised that there is a problem with car drivers not looking where they are going and killing a steady stream of people on bikes (and probably cyclists) because of it, why not opt to adapt the car test to train people to look for bikes? Bike tests were beefed up, controversy or not, and I think on the whole this has done a lot to make new riders safer. I was one of those that had to take the new test and I felt that it prepared me well for riding on the busy UK roads.
It could take 20 minutes to enlighten new car drivers to the dangers that motorcyclists face on the road and how they can avoid being part of it. Ask anyone who is a biker, car driver and lorry driver how much it changes their perception about these vehicle classes because they've driven them. The lorry driver knows to be patient when one lorry overtakes another a little slowly because he know what it's like. The biker in his car knows to look for bikes filtering before changing lanes in slow traffic because he knows what it's like to be on a bike in slow traffic.
Stick new learner drivers on the back of a motorcycle for a day and put them as a passenger in a truck for a day and I'm sure the roads will be a safer place.
The sad thing here is that I know well that it will never happen, I just have to get it out of my system every now and then :)
Post by: Jacko on May 13, 2013, 19:44:49
Post by: user650 on May 13, 2013, 20:02:29
Post by: Jacko on May 14, 2013, 06:59:02
Post by: Juvecu on May 14, 2013, 13:23:45
Quote from: "user650"
He could apply now then :)Witty :thumb: lol
Post by: Andy M on May 16, 2013, 12:27:09
Andy
Post by: hookie on May 17, 2013, 06:28:16
Post by: mjc506 on May 17, 2013, 07:13:15
Post by: Fatbelly on May 17, 2013, 10:56:57
Post by: Gassoon on May 17, 2013, 14:40:43
Quote from: "mjc506"
I was teaching people to fly when I was 17/18. Age really has no bearing on maturity, and a 19yo's not daft, he's perfectly aware that pissing about with 60 people on board isn't going to end well for him...
Bah! Youths! Gonads have too much say at that age!
60 passengers suddenly looking for the pilot, who's buffing his banana in the toilets :GRR: :old:
Post by: mjc506 on May 17, 2013, 15:51:10
Post by: Gassoon on May 17, 2013, 18:00:28
Post by: 2112 on May 19, 2013, 16:46:11
Quote from: "mjc506"
that's what autopilot's for :)
Buffing the pilots banana ?
Post by: 2112 on May 19, 2013, 17:00:43
The previous owner (registered blind, but keen at DIY, eek) had only wired the electric cooker into a socket ring main instead of on it's own circuit ! Best bit was it was just cropped off and the wires were touching, hence the trip going. Add in an electric panel heater that is not suitable for wet areas in the downstairs loo and the former supply to the stair lift being left with exposed live wires and you have a bit of a death trap. Not at all pleased and I have advised them to get in touch with their solicitor as there is still further work to be done and apparently there is a certificate of electrical compliance with the house details. Not a good start to new house ownership...
Post by: Ptarmigan on May 19, 2013, 17:20:45
Post by: Jacko on May 19, 2013, 20:54:17
Post by: skinny5216 on May 20, 2013, 19:01:06
Quote from: "Jacko"
Aren't HIPs no longer used?
Scrapped in 2010. Just energy performance certificate required.
Post by: Juvecu on May 28, 2013, 19:10:17
Post by: jimbo8098 on May 30, 2013, 14:17:46
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Me too, Jimbo, and also leather jackets (or even waistcoats) with patches on!
Yeah! What's up with that!?
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
It really bugs me that I can't uninstall IE even though I have not used it in years. And if I don't let it update it becomes a pain in the donkey.
And you don't want a painful donkey.
You can , you need to go through to the Windows Features menu (and even then it dosen't fully uninstall since it is integral to the file explorer). It won't harass you to update though :) You can do that in Windows 7 through Control Panel > Click Programs > Turn Windows Features on and off > then select IE in there. I'd just ignore them though to be honest , Windows 8 hasn't told me to update IE so I never really bothered.
Post by: Fatbelly on May 30, 2013, 15:03:07
Post by: PHIL FAT on May 30, 2013, 15:13:02
Post by: Ptarmigan on May 30, 2013, 19:13:41
:neen:
Post by: Jacko on May 30, 2013, 22:36:33
Post by: Juvecu on June 01, 2013, 19:42:47
Post by: Jacko on June 01, 2013, 20:40:37
Post by: Juvecu on June 01, 2013, 23:02:00
Post by: StromGeeza on June 02, 2013, 16:52:16
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Seems like the Murco down the road, where I always used to fill up goes through cashiers faster than I go through fuel. The latest one insisted I take my helmet off before he would activate the pump. Been filling up there for the best part of a year so I insisted that he gives me his managers number and he said he couldn't unless I took off my helmet. The muppet didn't understand what I was asking him, where do they find these people? :GRR: Anyway, I didn't take my helmet off, I put my gloves back on and filled up at the petrol station at the next roundabout, without needing to take my helmet off. Well done Murco in Rugby, you just lost all my business, including that of my wife's car who will soon be doing daily trips to Derby. They are not the cheapest and they can still afford to piss good customers off.
The cashier won't care about lost business, they will still be on minimum wage after you've taken your custom elsewhere!
Post by: skinny5216 on June 02, 2013, 17:43:19
Post by: Jacko on June 02, 2013, 23:47:39
After WNR I had to put a rubber 'washer' (cut out of an old inner tube) behind on of my front mudguard mounting bolts as the mudguard was rattling within its mount and the bolt was tight.. You get little niggles like this with Suzukis, it's the price you pay for paying 4 grand less that the equivalent Honda.
Post by: Fatbelly on June 03, 2013, 00:43:13
Post by: Andy M on June 03, 2013, 06:52:02
Price and quality were no longer connected after about 1980. If they could sell standard cheap rubbish at premium prices they did and do.
At the same time (1980 happened in 2005 for Enfield) stuff that might ruin your day all became pretty much reliable. If Joe Lucas was alive today he'd be selling 'chrome' paint not wiring.
Brands are just marketing. BMW is no more reliable today as Katie price is attractive. You can call a model glamorous or a brand premium all you like, it won't change reality.
Andy
Post by: Abercol on June 03, 2013, 11:17:17
The idea that Suzuki's are poorly finished seems to persist yet my Stroms looking about the same as any other fairly well maintained bike I see on my club runs. I just had the misfortune of looking at a radiator leak on a CBF1000A '09 reg on Friday. It was in a shocking condition, the engine a white mass of oxidised aluminium & radiator covered in rust (owner polishes the fairing, never looks underneath). Second radiator leak in two years, no sign of stone damage, just built to a price.
Post by: Tusker on June 03, 2013, 19:04:24
I'm limping like a disability claimant !! :old: lol
Post by: Piglumps on June 04, 2013, 20:36:04
Quote from: "Tusker"
I'm limping like a disability claimant !! :old: lol
So, only limping when folks are watching you? :neen:
Get well soon matey....
Post by: Fat Rat on June 04, 2013, 22:49:48
Quote from: "Tusker"
I'm limping like a disability claimant !! :old: lol
Man up you soft northerner :haha:
Post by: 2112 on June 05, 2013, 17:18:39
Post by: hookie on June 07, 2013, 12:14:34
Post by: Jacko on June 07, 2013, 13:46:15
Post by: skinny5216 on June 08, 2013, 11:35:34
Fecking garage door broke :angry-tappingfoot: up and over type and one of the wires has snapped this morning :bawl:
Need to get it fixed for tomorrow :fix:
Post by: medic5 on June 08, 2013, 19:20:32
Cycles not stopping at pedestrian crossings or red lights...
:violence-sniperdark: :violence-sniperprone: :violence-snipersmiley: :violence-rocket: :violence-instagib: :violence-minigun:
Post by: loggamatt on June 08, 2013, 22:53:46
(and that's all I'll say, because the 'annoying cyclists' thing has already been done several times by me and I don't want everyone to start groaning) :)
Post by: numptynut on June 11, 2013, 22:19:55
I think it's been mentioned before.......oh and memory loss coming with age.
:old: :soap: :soap:
Post by: jimbo8098 on June 13, 2013, 13:22:26
Quote from: "numptynut"
People still indicating RIGHT on a roundabout as they are taking the exit!! GRRRR!
YES!
Post by: JRS81 on June 19, 2013, 10:17:19
Quote from: "numptynut"
People still indicating RIGHT on a roundabout as they are taking the exit!! GRRRR!
I think it's been mentioned before.......oh and memory loss coming with age.
:old: :soap: :soap:
I can never quite decide what's worse, people who keep indicating right, or people who don't indicate at all and drive in such a way that it's impossible to determine where they're going.
On the same subject, I hate it when I'm walking about and people decide that since there are no other cars about they don't need to bother indicating at all! I've taken to just stepping into the road to cross even though I know full well that they want to turn in front of me. If anyone shouts at me I just tell them that since I couldn't see an indicator on this side of the car flashing, then the one on the other side that I can't see must be flashing and therefore assume they are turning the other way. Tends to shut them up fairly quickly!
Post by: ProfG on June 19, 2013, 10:34:14
Yesterday the fukker in front was indicating RIGHT coming to the junction. Stopped at the lights still indicating right and turned LEFT when it changed to green. ###
There were some wishes going through my mind as to his future life and ability to drive but I suppose that's a bit harsh :grin:
Post by: skinny5216 on June 28, 2013, 17:38:19
Post by: Tusker on June 28, 2013, 18:26:43
Quote from: "skinny5216"
What's the point of a meet coordinator ::):
he is meant to suggest ride outs,, I think :auto-dirtbike: lol
Post by: Gassoon on June 28, 2013, 18:40:35
Post by: skinny5216 on June 28, 2013, 22:30:51
Post by: Descolada on July 03, 2013, 15:11:58
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-23158579 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-23158579)
:wtf:
It's just plain bloody rude that you consider the person behind the till to be of such a lower class that you don't even hang up and interact. I hate this mentality that 'were all going to die' if we don't have our phones with us and have them in our hands at all times.
I once saw someone get put to the back of the queue at an airport checking cause they were trying to get through security while making a call. Too bloody right!
There's more I could rant on about, but I think I better leave it there for now.
Sorry, but this one just get's under my skin.
Post by: Ptarmigan on July 03, 2013, 21:26:50
Post by: MartinW on July 03, 2013, 22:13:56
Post by: Jacko on July 03, 2013, 22:40:33
Post by: Descolada on July 04, 2013, 08:52:35
Next rant; Amazon UK dealers who are actually based in China.
FFS! I got in this morning to find TWO (F'ing TWO) messages from Amazon UK seller telling me that their items were either not in stock or were stuck in Chinese customs. What the hell is the point of going to Amazon UK for something if the sellers location ends up getting hidden from you and it turns out they are actually not down south somewhere, but actually in the good old People's Republic of China - just as has become to common on fleabay!
If I wanted to order items from China I would have gone to frickin Amazon (China) not Amazon (UK).
Apologies again, these were the strip LED indicators I have been waiting to fit. I'm not a happy bunny this morning. I fecking hate people who mislead on purpose.
Post by: ProfG on July 04, 2013, 09:29:27
The companies are based in UK but they get their items from China. It's called drop shipping. What they do is take the order and pass it on to their suppliers in China or wherever. The actual company that you bought from is in the UK.
Having said that there are many 'foreign' companies that register on UK sites also
Post by: Brockett on July 04, 2013, 21:44:49
She said it's OK to use your phone anywhere anytime. She even said modern women can multi-task e.g. whilst shopping also text, answer email, take phone calls.
I say
Mobile phones should not work in buildings in cars, busses, trains etc.
I'd love it just to watch all them women phone addicts heads explode 'cos they can't text, tweet, Face Book or prattle.
Multi-tasking my arse.
Post by: ProfG on July 04, 2013, 21:58:33
Quote from: "Brockett"
Did you see that woman on BBC "Breakfast" this morning ?
She even said modern women can multi-task e.g. whilst shopping also text, answer email, take phone calls.
That is total bullshit. I always say if women can multi task, why can't they have headache and sex at the same time?
:shrug:
Post by: kissofdeath on July 05, 2013, 01:37:46
Post by: Fatbelly on July 05, 2013, 08:34:03
Post by: Jacko on July 05, 2013, 09:21:29
Post by: Abercol on July 05, 2013, 12:43:59
My old mum was a wicked spurtle weilder, used to crack us round the head with it every 5 mins for being...and I quote..."bloody little shits". lol lol
Post by: Fatbelly on July 05, 2013, 18:59:21
Post by: MartinW on July 05, 2013, 19:05:47
Post by: BluesBoy on July 06, 2013, 02:33:23
Followed a motorcycle courier down Southampton Row,London last week. He didn't spot the lights turn green, just sat there, then moved off, bombed it past a car. I followed him .... and watch as he rode like a nodding donkey looking down-up-down-up-down, then slipped his phone away in his left hand pocket. The twat was so busy with his phone he missed the lights and was 50% focussed on his 'important' mobile device. He was riding like a moron because of it. Grrrrrrrr.
Have seen so many vans not pulling away when the lights change due to mobile phone distraction. I might buy an illegal phone jammer at this rate and wire it up to my ignition switch.
Post by: Juvecu on July 06, 2013, 09:05:30
Post by: Jacko on July 06, 2013, 09:14:04
Post by: 2112 on July 06, 2013, 10:08:12
Quote from: "Jacko"
The trouble with that is it stops passengers using them too.
Not a bad thing, it's quite distracting if you have a passenger prattling on next to you as well. Oh, that doesn't just mean mobile phones... Perhaps passengers should be banned ?
Post by: Juvecu on July 06, 2013, 11:34:09
Post by: MartinW on July 06, 2013, 11:36:26
Post by: 2112 on July 07, 2013, 10:05:56
Quote from: "MartinW"
I have some problems with the passenger airbag ....... so I leave her at home sometimes.
lol wise choice.
Post by: 2112 on July 07, 2013, 10:27:51
Wind forward an hour and I'm heading around Kielder on a lovely long sweeping corner through the trees, when what's heading towards me on my side of the road ? Yes, a bright red Panigale in the centre of my lane, fully committed and desperately trying to get back onto the correct side of the road. He (or she) was going so fast that from me spotting them to them passing me was a fraction of a second. Had I not been paying full attention I could have had a very nasty accident due to someone else's dumb riding. Thankfully the roads are quite wide up there so I had room to move across to the verge, a car or van would not. Tool. I very much doubt they will see the summer out...
Then on the road which leads to Bonchester Bridge we come across a bike smash where a lad on a GSXR has 'ran out of talent' and gone straight on at a corner. Luckily for him a couple of bikers coming the other way saw the dust from the crash and stopped to investigate or he would still have been lying in the field now as the bike went a long way in (he must have been travelling at well over 80 mph as I can get the Guzzi through there comfortably at that speed, err, so I would imagine officer...). Poor sod looked as if he had a broken thigh bone/pelvis or both. Why do people who can't ride buy really fast sportsbikes ? Nearly all the lads I know who are good solid riders have big trail bikes, or nakeds. Sportsbike Warriors, grrr....
Post by: Abercol on July 08, 2013, 10:42:19
Must admit to a little red mist myself once or twice, which resulted in a large power wheelie over a small crest while overtaking...which I wasn't expecting... :shy:
Post by: Fatbelly on July 08, 2013, 15:22:52
Post by: 2112 on July 28, 2013, 13:00:30
Post by: Jacko on July 28, 2013, 13:10:11
Maybe it could be introduced on a case by case basis if you're regularly reported for non-payment?
The auto-payment at auction end is a good idea though, and would still work with no balance.
Post by: Juvecu on July 28, 2013, 13:15:00
Post by: MartinW on July 28, 2013, 14:51:43
The seller gets their money, never gives me feedback and I don't look like I'm a "Great eBayer"
I stopped giving feedback to sellers some time ago, until they acknowledge the risks I have taken and provide feedback on me. Some of the cheeky feckers even send a message asking for feedback. On the couple of occassions I have been the seller, I have given feedback as soon as I have the funds.
One set of tw@ts bought a childrens metal cabin bed from me, with a desk and lounger chair built in underneath. They turned up in a Fiesta to collect it - the pile of metal was bigger than their car. Then they gave me negative feedback as my advert didn't say you would need a larger vehicle to collect it. The photo's of a five feet high bed with a ladder on were apparantly not sufficient for them. I had to relist it for someone more sensible to collect it in a van.
Post by: Jacko on July 29, 2013, 08:07:25
Post by: 2112 on July 29, 2013, 19:20:44
Post by: Phoenix on July 29, 2013, 21:09:13
Plus too many people do chargebacks through PayPal now so you send the expensive goods think great delivered all done then a month later a PayPal message saying buyer requested a chargeback and PayPal seize the money.
Post by: Descolada on August 01, 2013, 09:20:59
Why did this idiot get a prison sentence;
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-22453465
When this idiot only got a fine, a ban and still told the court "You've banned me but I'm still going to drive - catch me if you can"
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-merseyside-23524736
So the idiot on the bike lied, but the idiot in the car showed complete contempt of court.
What's the difference (number of wheels perhaps)?
Post by: mjc506 on August 01, 2013, 09:38:00
Post by: Descolada on August 01, 2013, 10:23:42
Quote from: "mjc506"
To be fair, it was 5am in the morning, so the road probably was pretty much empty... in which case I'd probably agree that it wasn't particularly dangerous, especially in a car designed to do those speeds.
I'm sorry but there is a huge dose of sarcasm on the way here. I apologise in advance.
In all my years of driving and riding I had never realised that our national speed limits only applied within certain time slots. I wish I had known before today that I could drive as fast as I like so long as it's pre whatever the time is.
Out of interest what are the time slots - so I can know next time?
.... and as for "especially in a car designed to do those speeds"
Where was the car designed for exactly? We have never had speed limits in this country that supports this kind of car. I always find it amazing when people spend hundreds of thousands on a 'supercar' just so they can drive on UK roads at a maximum of 70mph?
Post by: mjc506 on August 01, 2013, 10:29:34
On the other end of the scale you could get some old biddy driving past a school at 30mph at half past three in the afternoon.... legal, but certainly not safe.
Post by: frez on August 01, 2013, 10:53:02
70mph is a largely arbitrary value that was chosen in the 1960's and was based on the road conditions and vehicles at the time.
The argument about what is and is not safe will rage on and on, what is legal and what is not legal is fact and won't change.
Post by: Jacko on August 01, 2013, 11:49:51
Post by: 2112 on August 01, 2013, 12:04:47
Must have been hard typing that with your tongue pushed so far into Your cheek ?
Post by: mjc506 on August 01, 2013, 12:13:25
This is a moaning old git thread, I think we're allowed to moan here :)
Post by: Jacko on August 01, 2013, 14:02:49
Post by: Brockett on August 10, 2013, 09:46:24
This used to annoy me lots.
Is it me or is this instruction just daft?
(http://farm4.staticflickr.com/3818/9478399332_0529391992.jpg)
Post by: Madrunner on August 10, 2013, 18:00:57
Post by: Madrunner on August 10, 2013, 18:03:03
Post by: medic5 on August 10, 2013, 19:26:06
Post by: Fat Rat on August 10, 2013, 22:36:28
:hb: :hb:
Post by: Tusker on August 10, 2013, 22:54:00
Post by: Fat Rat on August 10, 2013, 23:33:00
Give the mods some stick, lazy feckers :neen:
Post by: medic5 on August 11, 2013, 15:07:41
Post by: PHIL FAT on August 11, 2013, 23:18:39
Post by: MartinW on August 12, 2013, 09:05:28
Post by: gcram on August 15, 2013, 21:24:51
This was suggested by a beaurocrat on £80k per annum plus pension, subsidised meals and travel allowances.
Makes me sick.
On top of that MP's need a payrise.
Post by: 2112 on August 17, 2013, 10:00:57
Post by: mr_diver on August 17, 2013, 11:02:43
So I'm sitting in a dark room with the screen set on the darkest setting and feeling sick and shaky.
And now the bloody pain pills are making me feel better but make me feel drunk.
so great I still can get out on the bike.
AND there is feck all on TV! :sad-roulette:
Post by: Fat Rat on August 17, 2013, 12:20:50
Post by: Gassoon on August 19, 2013, 22:18:45
Not strictly moaning, I grant you - but by God, do I feel better.
Edit: The reason (apart from the useless tossers who are destroying my home-town club). My chinese sat-nav has been okay, but suffered from a fault somewhere in the wiring from the bike's battery to the unit, or possibly in the little spring-loaded copper pins which transfer the power. been going on for 3 months this problem, meaning once the units own battery runs out of juice, that's it! Very frustrating! I've been wiggling leads, checked in-line fuse, fiddled with connections, had the tank lifted to check the cable etc.
Tonight on a whim, I checked my 'eastern beaver 3circuit solution' aux fusebox to discover I hadn't put the fuse in that at all. Now you understand. :bawl: :shy:
Post by: 2112 on August 20, 2013, 06:47:20
Post by: Fatbelly on August 20, 2013, 09:39:56
Post by: Abercol on August 20, 2013, 10:26:12
Post by: Chris Graves on August 20, 2013, 13:34:01
Telling Lady G this, has prompted her to remind that I have also still to find two complete sets of keys which are missing without trace. I calculate that I must spend at least the equivalent of one day a month looking keys to cars, bikes, shed, house etc. It was suggested that maybe I should have a nipple pierced and have all my keys permanently attached to me by a very long lanyard.
Post by: Jacko on August 20, 2013, 15:00:53
Post by: 2112 on August 20, 2013, 21:24:02
Quote from: "Chris Graves"
It was suggested that maybe I should have a nipple pierced and have all my keys permanently attached to me by a very long lanyard.
It works for me :grin:
Post by: Chris Graves on August 20, 2013, 22:00:05
Post by: Gassoon on August 20, 2013, 22:29:23
But no, I'm still a numpty, as Fatbelly so graciously puts it :grin:
Anyway, its not really my fault, as all new tech is supposed to be idiot-proof these days...well, durr, obviously not! There, proper moaning done.
Chris, that key thing gave me a laugh...
Quote
Re: The moaning old git thread
by 2112 » Tue Aug 20, 2013 9:24 pm
Chris Graves wrote: It was suggested that maybe I should have a nipple pierced and have all my keys permanently attached to me by a very long lanyard.
It works for me
Right! I'm off to open up the museum! (if I can find my nipple).
Post by: MartinW on August 22, 2013, 20:25:25
I was here (https://maps.google.co.uk/maps?hl=en&ll=51.628008,-1.925526&spn=0.010403,0.027874&t=h&z=16), riding west along Swan Lane towards the B4696 Ashton Road. I could see the Ashton Road in front of me and was heading along Swan Lane towards that new road.
However, I didn't know that there was a give way in front of me, with a main road coming round from my left with priority over me. By the time I realised it was a bit late. So, cue breaking, locking the back wheel and overshooting the junction a bit. Fortunately I could aim to the right (safe-ish as I could see up the B4696) and also lucky that nothing came from the left either.
Why did I miss that then ? ... Because the lazy skint feckers at the councils are not cutting down any trees or hedgerows and the signs have all been swallowed up by vegetation.
Still, atleast I can report to my doctor that my Sphincter is working correctly.
Post by: Jacko on August 22, 2013, 22:24:06
Post by: mr_diver on August 22, 2013, 22:45:03
Due to the mrs starting as a Nurse on the wards earlier this month, we are not finding the time together to do the weekly shopping and it's got to the point where we order takeaways every night or starve.
So,
The mrs has attempted Online Shopping with ASDA.
now this isn't a moan at ASDA, it's one about the Mrs.
Been away this week, so she orders the weeks shopping to be delivered today to stock up the cupboards so we can eat without having to bother going to the shops.
AND she asks me tonight after she gets home... wait for it.
"oh we need to go to the shops in the morning to get the food for the weekend in FatRats"
FFS, we just got the the pi$$ing shopping delivered today so we don't have to go to the f***ing shops, and then the day after we have to go to the shops to get the food we always get for camping when we knew we were camping well before she did the first pi$$ing order from ASDA.
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Jacko on August 22, 2013, 22:57:14
How many bottles of food are you thinking of taking?
Post by: mr_diver on August 22, 2013, 23:03:13
and a couple of packs of skittles for sustenance
Post by: Gassoon on August 22, 2013, 23:27:24
Quote from: "mr_diver"
min 6 cans each per night.
and a couple of packs of skittles for sustenance
lol lol Just get your 'sustenance' at the petrol station when you fill up.
Funnily enough, I was out on the bike (first time in weeks - don't ask :GRR: ) and thinking how rusty I was was, and just taking it easy, when a TESCO van hurtled towards me round a bend on my side of the road, I slowed rapidly and he corrected , but it was one of those moments...another 20 or 30 yards and there would have been pain. And I'm fairly certain he was on his mobile. ###
Post by: Jacko on August 23, 2013, 07:54:09
Post by: kissofdeath on August 25, 2013, 16:48:11
Post by: Ridaz on August 25, 2013, 16:52:03
Quote from: "Gassoon"
(apart from the useless tossers who are destroying my home-town club).
I feel your pain :(
Post by: Tusker on August 25, 2013, 16:56:37
Quote from: "Jacko"
In Australia accidents involving folk texting has gone up since they introduced the ban. The reason, they think, is that now it's illegal people hold their phones lower so as to be out of sight of passing coppers, this diverts the eyes further from the road in front, and for longer.
inappropriate texting should carry a 3 years custodial sentence
and its not just car drivers once again today I saw a lad on a 50cc scooter with a phone in his left hand texting whilst riding erratically in the gutter at 26 mph
What the fook is up with them :shrug:
Post by: hookie on August 25, 2013, 17:53:26
Post by: Fatbelly on August 26, 2013, 02:25:42
Quote from: "Tusker"
and its not just car drivers once again today I saw a lad on a 50cc scooter with a phone in his left hand texting whilst riding erratically in the gutter at 26 mph
What the fook is up with them :shrug:
Don't worry, he'll be eligible for a Darwin award soon.
Post by: Gassoon on August 26, 2013, 08:28:41
Quote
Don't worry, he'll be eligible for a Darwin award soon.
lol
Hookie, what a brilliant idea, a phone/tablet etc crusher! And speaking of digital equipment, why not crush the feckin digit that does the texting ### And carry a set of portable 'stocks', leave the miscreant in public with his/her head stuck in the stocks for an hour or two, wrists dangling limply: and a box of rotten fruit for passers-by to hoy at them...heh!
God, am I in a bad mood.
And - we're going to need a bigger police car :shock:
Post by: temporaryescapee on August 26, 2013, 22:45:01
Post by: 2112 on August 28, 2013, 17:35:16
Post by: Jacko on August 28, 2013, 19:50:18
Post by: MartinW on August 31, 2013, 14:03:15
Good old BBC cut it off with a few minutes remaining and put something else on.
This wasn't the Outer Mongolia GP, this was our own race in the UK.
Stupid feckers, they don't deserve the coverage next year.
Post by: 2112 on August 31, 2013, 14:24:14
Quote from: "MartinW"
Stupid feckers, they don't deserve the coverage next year.
Couldn't agree more.
Post by: Jacko on August 31, 2013, 14:32:23
I'm not forking out for cable TV and BT next year though, I'll search out possible alternatives. Maybe even subscribing direct from motogp.com.
Eurosport would be better though.
Post by: Fatbelly on September 02, 2013, 10:54:37
(I'm off to take my pills now)
Post by: Jacko on September 02, 2013, 14:23:22
Post by: Piglumps on September 03, 2013, 16:39:55
Why is it that so many television presenters roll their 'r's? (or should that be woll their arthe?)... The lead twat is Jonathan Woth, Julian Wyder (Kap-e-wothi..) isn''t far behind! ### ### ### :angry-tappingfoot: :GRR: :violence-uzi: :violence-uzi:
Post by: MartinW on September 03, 2013, 17:04:12
"In a different Post Code"
Post by: Jacko on September 03, 2013, 19:14:18
Post by: MartinW on September 03, 2013, 19:17:35
"As useful as the bottom half of a mermaid"
Post by: Piglumps on September 18, 2013, 06:36:31
1. So-called pwofessional television pwesenters who woll their 'r's!
2. People who say 'Are you across this? when they should be asking if you are aware
3.Jonathan Woth - guilty of the first above and complete tosser to boot!
4. People who take football so seriously - IT'S A GAME!!
5. Those who rely on autocorrect and don't bother to read their post (example: A friend's daughter put pictures of her three kids on Facetube in 'there' new car seat's)
6 Inappropriate use of apostrophes!
Off for a lie down now, nurse says I shouldn't really be out of bed.
Post by: Abercol on September 18, 2013, 10:42:09
Makes me feel very much like: Run to the bedroom, In the suitcase on the left you'll find my favourite axe.
Post by: Descolada on September 20, 2013, 10:52:07
... UPDATE ... My God, the American's have all the fun. I just spotted this page on Amazon.com
http://www.amazon.com/gp/feature.html?ie=UTF8&docId=1000910751
You can get a taser off Amazon!
Post by: Piglumps on September 21, 2013, 16:56:05
Abercol, why not keep the axe by the front door?
Post by: Abercol on September 23, 2013, 11:19:01
Mind you, the dog does a good job out the back, seeing as he has his own door and likes to investigate any noises in case it may be one of those evil cat things. Had to laugh, the neighbour was complaining about all the cats round our way shitting in his garden - had to go and give the dog a nice treat for his diligent cat shit prevention.
Post by: Juvecu on September 23, 2013, 12:55:39
Post by: MartinW on September 23, 2013, 13:01:39
Post by: kissofdeath on September 23, 2013, 17:45:52
Post by: Luner on September 23, 2013, 17:51:04
Chuffing tosspot muppet spawn boy racers in tinpot Corsa's with dustbin sized exhausts, I'm going to strangle one of the little pillocks before long.
Why do these idiots think everyone wants to race them, one was that keen to get past me the other night that he went through a red light on a busy roundabout and tried to stuff his Corsa under a wagon, how the trucker managed to stop that thing the way he did I'll never know. Corsa boy then reversed away from the wagon and shot another red light to exit the roundabout.
Jump to this afternoon on Redcar seafront, it's a 20 limit along there now but another Corsa boy seemed to disagree, overtook me and then chopped right across my nose end to get in the left hand lane at the lights, I pulled beside him in the right hand lane and him and his mates thought it would be a good idea to give me some grief, till I hit the side stand and got off the bike, then the windows went up and the three of them kept their heads down, wouldn't even look at me, chickenshit little arsehats.
Really felt like planting my boot in that door panel but know that I'd be the one to get it in the neck if I did.
Can I have a sedative now ? Please ?
Post by: Andy M on September 23, 2013, 19:21:49
Imagine a nice long city street with lots of traffic lights. Skater boy in something that used to be a small hatchback but now looks like a rusty roller skate design by a five year old with a new set of crayons who's just got home from "roller skate world", pulls up alongside the Bonneville, the rider of which is dressed more George Formby/G Gibson than TOWIE. The traffic light GP consists of the teeny t**t doing a lot of reving while I lean on the tank (and watch the little red man). The lights go to green and the fake '60's training bike goes from 0-30 in it's own length. The Dagenham death trap can only keep up by going over 33. The night is then rent by the blinding flash of Alistair Darlings little yellow box up some pole hidden by a bus stop :)
At the next set of lights the reving has ceased and Darren is rather subdued. Tracy on the other hand is rather apologetic and much more willing to chat the suave older chap on the nice old bike as she seems to need a new boyfriend with his own transport. The old Leslie Phillips routine has never been more successful. I never rang her (the wife doesn't let me), but I'm betting even the current crop of 18 year olds can't get their leg over on the bus (although I did once get very distracted on an MZ on the North Circular......) . Poor little Darren it seems will be back on his BMX until he's about 35. Oh dear. :)
Andy
Post by: Jacko on September 23, 2013, 19:28:24
Post by: MartinW on September 23, 2013, 19:46:06
Post by: mr_diver on September 23, 2013, 19:57:01
Post by: Gassoon on September 26, 2013, 09:10:01
What the hell - is everybody else now completely happy or something ###
Post by: MartinW on September 26, 2013, 09:19:37
Four roadworks signs on Thamesdown Drive in Swindon. All signs are up and showing now and all in a quarter mile section. All say "essential roadworks start here on ...."
30th September for 5 Days
8th September for 1 Day
1st October for 5 Days
30th September for 5 Days
So which one is it you morons and does that just mean dripping tar on the roads, throwing grit down, then allowing the cars to pebbledash me when I ride or walk down that road.
Post by: Descolada on September 28, 2013, 22:56:56
Go figure.
Post by: Jacko on September 29, 2013, 08:38:56
Post by: hookie on September 29, 2013, 09:02:01
Quote
When I see temp lights I want to see workers or holes, neither of these means the road could be open fully.
I expect you've also noticed how many "workers" are standing around being propped up by their shovels?
Post by: Jacko on September 29, 2013, 09:42:51
Post by: Andy M on September 29, 2013, 12:45:56
Andy
Post by: Countrysailor on October 02, 2013, 10:43:32
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5528/9681458524_2d7e882f6e.jpg)
Post by: Moorsie on October 03, 2013, 18:59:09
As per the highway code, whilst you are sat on your bike you are a road user and therefore have no automatic right to use zebra crossings, unless you dismount thus becoming a pedestrian.
Therefore, do not stick your fingers up at me for not letting you cross, I am in the right and you look a t**t in lycra shorts (unless you are female, in which case it is most acceptable).
Thank you
Moorsie
On behalf of UK Motorists
Post by: 2112 on October 04, 2013, 15:25:53
Quote from: "Countrysailor"
Having to touch "Bog" door handles on the way out. The swedes have got it together why can't we?
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5528/9681458524_2d7e882f6e.jpg)
I thought it was a dryer for shoes, ideal for when you've just hosed on them.
Post by: Andy M on October 04, 2013, 16:01:26
Well, that or you'll want clean socks more often.
Andy
Post by: Andy M on October 04, 2013, 16:08:26
Their menu never changes, it's the same salty, fatty, processed, American rubbish as always. Don't they realise that their target audience has their telephone number on speed dial and doesn't care less if a Jumbo stuffed crust Hawaiian is now on buy two get one free.
I'm tempted to wait until I've got a years worth then take them into the shop and put them in their bin!
Andy
Post by: Gassoon on October 04, 2013, 20:04:28
Quote from: "2112"
Quote from: "Countrysailor"Having to touch "Bog" door handles on the way out. The swedes have got it together why can't we?
(http://farm6.staticflickr.com/5528/9681458524_2d7e882f6e.jpg)
I thought it was a dryer for shoes, ideal for when you've just hosed on them.
lol lol Nice one marrer :thumb:
Post by: user650 on October 04, 2013, 21:16:16
Post by: Brockett on October 12, 2013, 09:54:25
Do they really think my left hand can't reach the middle of my face?
I have taken to sticking a home made lug to the centre and it make the thing much easier to lift.
Post by: MartinW on October 12, 2013, 20:55:29
My Credit Card charged me £1.96 for doing nothing - They should have made their money already, by using that dodgy exchange rate.
Get a bill for £6.01 on VAT and £8.00 stolen by the Post Office for all the effort they have to put in towards paying the £6.01 to the government - That's another £14.01 there.
So, £4.50, plus £1.96, plus £14.01 = £20.47 in extra's, which is not a good comparison to the £28.91 that the mount itself actually cost.
:GRR:
To top it all, while fleecing me for £14.01, the Post Office were saying they could add that to the £4.1 Billion that they already have to spend.
Post by: Jacko on October 12, 2013, 21:10:08
Post by: MartinW on October 12, 2013, 21:12:47
I really need to start using the right terminology though :shy:
Post by: Tusker on October 12, 2013, 21:13:47
Post by: Descolada on October 16, 2013, 11:23:27
Someone, somewhere, has made themselves very wealthy by being a blight on everyone elses lives. :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: MartinW on October 16, 2013, 11:42:26
He seems to only ever report doom and gloom stories and I'm not sure he has ever plugged anything with a positive slant to it. If the country needs confidence, to encourage people to go out and spend/invest, why would they want to when he keeps telling us that the earth's crust is going to fall off on Tuesday afternoon.
To make it worse, his presenting style is about as boring as reading the ingredients on a shampoo bottle. Everything is mono-tone and then suddenly the pitch goes up and down on a couple of words for no reason what so ever. I sometimes wonder if he is a puppet.
Anyway, if I was DG for an afternoon, I would replace him with someone who has a personality and a penchant for being more optimistic.
Post by: 2112 on October 16, 2013, 17:36:24
Quote from: "MartinW"
Anyway, if I was DG for an afternoon, I would replace him with someone who has a personality and a penchant for being more optimistic.
Agreed, how about Timmy Mallet as a replacement ?
Post by: mr_diver on October 16, 2013, 19:05:09
Quote from: "Descolada"
I would love to know how much has been creamed off by this mercinary industry that sprung up to 'help' us claim back potential PPI mis-selling. Honestly, the feckers are everywhere and there seems to be no regulation whatsoever, it's on the TV, the Radio, the Internet, my fecking mobile phone, my landline - it just goes on and on.
Someone, somewhere, has made themselves very wealthy by being a blight on everyone elses lives. :angry-tappingfoot:
Telephone Preference Service- google it- register and it will filter you out of databases bought buy the marketing call center companies- anyone who rings you is either cold calling (illegal), using an illegal database or you have willingly given your details to a company that will call you. takes 28days to take effect.
if a company then calls you, tell them you havent got time to talk, take their company name, operator's name, contact number and tell them you'll call them when you have time. then pass the details onto the telephone performance service and they will deal with them. repeat offenders get fines and face prosecution and can get their licence to trade revoked
Post by: Andy M on October 16, 2013, 19:42:42
The substitutes thing I get, they don't have beans with a white label they bring you green, fine. They want you to get hooked on something with a bigger margin or is about to go off unsold, they sub in Heinz.
What I don't believe is that they haven't had any bags of cat litter bigger than my fist this month or that anyone would accept a box of washing powder that does 10 washes for one that does 60. I laughed at their scheme to sub one bottle of Guinness for four cans of cheap bitter (the 2% stuff goes down just as well and you don't get ****ed). Camembert on toast might have been worth a try but chicken gravy on beef, no way.
The look of surprise when you tell the delivery man you don't want two individually wrapped slices of pineapple sat rotting in a plastic box instead of a whole fruit I think is one bit of their training that works. They all do it.
Andy
Post by: Descolada on October 16, 2013, 22:03:18
Quote from: "mr_diver"
Telephone Preference Service- google it- register and it will filter you out of databases ......
Very true Mr Diver, only problem is that we are on that service and have been for years, it's pretty useless and is a voluntary service, so companys don't have to abide by it. That goes doubly so because it only governs UK based companys, so all those overseas call centres can simply state that they don't recognise it and don't have to abide by it.
I have found the best approach is to interrupt the conversation at the start and demand to know where they got your number. They will respond with many varied and entertaining answers, but tell them that you want your number removed from their database and that they should "never call this number again".
For some reason that approach has worked much more effectively. Whaybe I am using a keyword or something but they got off the line pronto and don't call back.
Still, someone, somewhere is raking in the moolah on this one.
Post by: Ptarmigan on October 17, 2013, 01:07:42
True off-shore Call Centres don't have to recognise it but if the company they are touting for is UK based (as most are) then they can take the hit.....worth asking the caller before you tell them where to stick their headset!
Post by: Firestorm on October 17, 2013, 16:33:56
Post by: Brockett on October 18, 2013, 22:33:57
I think they're lucky as I only get crap musak when I am on hold.
Post by: zimcruza on October 18, 2013, 22:56:39
Post by: Descolada on October 21, 2013, 11:12:22
Post by: Abercol on October 23, 2013, 12:27:54
Funnily enough, others in the office still get these PPI calls but I havent had a single one since...
Post by: frez on October 23, 2013, 12:35:26
Post by: gcram on October 23, 2013, 20:21:12
Think he was confused when I burst out laughing.
:wtf:
Post by: Ptarmigan on October 30, 2013, 21:40:45
Bennetts - £30 (that's 30% of my annual premium, robbin feckers!) :violence-smack:
Axa - 86p :crazy:
Aviva - gave the wife a £15 refund :wtf:
Still got the pleasure of engaging with the DVLA to come, once I find the safe place I put the V5s and driving licenses before moving! :bawl:
Post by: Andy M on October 31, 2013, 17:50:22
Andy
Post by: 2112 on October 31, 2013, 18:34:52
Post by: MartinW on October 31, 2013, 19:04:08
It's a stupid American idea that scares old people and more than half the population detest it.
:occasion-happyhalloween: :sarc:
Post by: mr_diver on October 31, 2013, 19:14:10
our work number is one digit different to the local mobility center. When the old codgers get all arsey with you and you tell them your not a mobility shop they deny ever dialing the wrong number, So I agree to book the bloody scooter they want, and tell them it's the usual charge and we'll have it waiting for them. :shy:
Post by: JRS81 on October 31, 2013, 21:15:09
One day as we were about to hop in the car and head off to France for a 2 week holiday, the phone rang and an irate man started shouting at my dad down the phone. After a few minutes abuse with my dad trying to get a word in but failing due to the stream of shouting, he eventually said "I'm very sorry sir, I'll get somebody sent over immediately to sort that out for you". With that he put the phone down and off we went to France. He explained what had happened as we drove to the ferry. The caller was a manager at the Madejski stadium in Reading and one of the entrances to the car park was blocked by a skip that should have been moved during the week and today was match day! My dad had tried to explain to the chap that he had called a wrong number but having tried and failed, he decided the quickest way to end the call and hit the road was just to say what he wanted to hear!
Apologies to anyone that missed the start of a Reading FC match due to lack of access to the car park many years ago!
Post by: gixerpaul on November 02, 2013, 15:53:30
Post by: Jacko on November 02, 2013, 16:31:43
Post by: 2112 on November 02, 2013, 18:22:06
Quote from: "Jacko"
Yes, that's shocking and needs looking into, we shouldn't have to pay more just because somebody else can't drive.
Couldn't agree more :thumb: Yet another scam to extort more money from the common motorist :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: MartinW on November 04, 2013, 22:11:08
I drive forward to the pay booth, where I am charged £72.51 - So they have rounded it up, after I have finished dispensing and have put the pump back on the hook, and put my petrol cap back on, and double checked the pump number ready to go pay.
Somehow the price changes on the way to pay. It happens so often too.
Post by: Jacko on November 04, 2013, 22:25:48
Funny how it never works the other way though...
Post by: Tusker on November 04, 2013, 22:27:31
Post by: MartinW on November 05, 2013, 06:34:45
Post by: Hugo Magnus on November 05, 2013, 11:31:12
My phone number is similar to the local surgery's. One morning I found an answer phone message from an old lady saying that her husband had passed away in his sleep and could I send someone round.
That sent shivers up my spine! I phoned the surgery and let them sort it out.
Post by: MartinW on November 05, 2013, 19:16:41
They got dozens of calls for the business. We never did find out if it was thick feckers misdialling or a proper BT fault. Dates back to the days of the rotary dial phones too.
Post by: Descolada on November 06, 2013, 09:51:11
I have mentioned before that I don't have the luxury of a garage, so no official 'driveway'. I park my bike on the path outside my front door (private path leading up to the house and surrounded by a fence. It leads straight out onto a drop-kerb on the street. Everyone knows I have a bike and use that bike for my daily commute into work. So I come out this morning and what do I find, yet another of my lovely Neighbours has blocked the drop-kerb and I can't get my bike out. Worse still this is a bloke who is known for never answering his door (not to the postie, not to delivery men etc, etc). So I try to ring his door bell, knock on the door, etc, etc, etc. Nothing. No answer, no response. ..... and I used up all the remaining fireworks last night.
Blocked in :angry-screaming:
I eventually manage to move enough of my car to be able to squeeze out, with much maneuvering on thick frosted footpath (no grip whatsoever from my bike boots), and off to work. 25 minutes later than I wanted to be, so I try hard to damp down the frustration (OK, it was blind rage).
In England and Wales the Road Traffic Act and the Highway Code specifically state that you should not do that, but in Scotland I gather they are still "thinking about it". I would deary love to report these ^^*%^%*^ people cause they clearly are too stupid to see that by parking in my path I am not taking up yet another space in an already crowded street. I am actually trying to help the situation. But no, they are all too feckin stupid.
:angry-banghead:
So once I get on the road I discover I have (overnight) become invisible - or at least, I am to women in 4x4 cars. To prove the point one of them tries to run me over at a junction where I have right of way but she seems to think her car is a 1st class road user and my bike a 2nd class user. I give her a stern look and she stops dead and looks at her steering wheel.
Sorry people, having a bad one and getting grumpy as a result. Good job this forum is here to let me vent when I need to :violin:
Post by: Andy M on November 06, 2013, 18:05:39
And yes, I think people generally are ****ing stupid.
Sounds like an excuse for beer or a whisky or an extra Jaffa cake or whatever cheers you up to me too.
Andy
Post by: Hugo Magnus on November 06, 2013, 18:14:38
But I'm sure he wouldn't mind a little help
Post by: 2112 on November 06, 2013, 20:59:43
Quote from: "Descolada"
So once I get on the road I discover I have (overnight) become invisible - or at least, I am to women in 4x4 cars.
I'm a firm believer that large 4x4's (and I've had them for years due to work reasons) should be a separate category on your licence. You should pass a test on road and then pass a test off road before you get category 'X' on Your licence, this would be for vehicles over say 1,500kg for example. This would massively thin out the school run and would generally mean only people who need a 4x4 would actually have one.
Post by: Juvecu on November 06, 2013, 21:15:57
This is why I want a house on a small holdings with no direct neighbours, I'm a grumpy bastard and it only gets worse with age and exposure to the common public.
Post by: MartinW on November 06, 2013, 21:29:07
He regularly washes the car when it is sub-zero. The water freezes on the drive with a veneer of frozen soap suds on the top.
He told my Wife to "Feck of back to the Telly like normal" when she asked him to be more considerate.
There are too many tw@ts in the world.
Post by: Descolada on November 06, 2013, 21:30:34
Quote from: "2112"
Quote from: "Descolada"So once I get on the road I discover I have (overnight) become invisible - or at least, I am to women in 4x4 cars.
I'm a firm believer that large 4x4's (and I've had them for years due to work reasons) should be a separate category on your licence. You should pass a test on road and then pass a test off road before you get category 'X' on Your licence, this would be for vehicles over say 1,500kg for example. This would massively thin out the school run and would generally mean only people who need a 4x4 would actually have one.
Now that's a damned fine idea. :old:
Post by: Juvecu on November 06, 2013, 21:33:03
Quote from: "MartinW"
He told my Wife to "Feck of back to the Telly like normal" when she asked him to be more considerateHere are a few completely random words that might make you feel better:
brake
fluid
water
pistol
car
:grin:
Post by: Descolada on November 06, 2013, 21:35:33
Quote from: "Juvecu"
I feel your pain, Des, we have inconsiderate arseholes living next to us on one side and they are always parking in the worst places. Get one of those large traffic cones somewhere and place it out where you want it to be clear. Move it when you wheel your bike out and in, but leave it there any other time.
This is why I want a house on a small holdings with no direct neighbours, I'm a grumpy bastard and it only gets worse with age and exposure to the common public.
I would love to find a a nice 'do'er upper' just on the outskirts of our village with a decent sized garage. I too am a grumpy old bastard and share your views on the 'common public'
Aren't we a bunch of happy old codgers :angry-tappingfoot: :old: :violin:
Post by: Juvecu on November 06, 2013, 21:38:24
Post by: Descolada on November 06, 2013, 21:39:48
Post by: MartinW on November 06, 2013, 21:40:22
:)
Post by: 2112 on November 07, 2013, 06:58:29
Etching
Fluid
Glass
This could even be used to write words on windows like 'FCUK FOF'
Post by: mr_diver on November 07, 2013, 07:59:24
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Wait until I get my British passport, I gather complaining is a compulsory skill that should be exercised regularly :neen:
No it's one of the thing you have to prove to gain citizenship. I'm surprised they let you stay here with out demonstrating that skill.
Post by: Abercol on November 07, 2013, 12:32:06
There are some housing association flats on the lane before the parking area, the tenants park in the parking area, sometimes as many as 6 or 7 cars, mostly achieved by blocking my driveway and the 2 garages, all of which are marked out on the lane with double yellow lines.
Now, I understand that we all need somewhere to park. So does the local council, who have put in a 120 space free car park right behind said flats when they were built in the 70's - with two pedestrian walkways from the lane to the car park...these are of course, ignored as its at least an extra 30yds walk from the front door.
It's so bad that I often put my car in the car park overnight as I can't get to my drive....
I get my revenge when I trim my mutant 15ft high hedge that borders the parking area and the sap, branches and detritus manage to somehow cover any car parked in the vicinity.
Shit...rant alert there...sorry Des...you just lit the fuse on that one...I had to rewrite it to remove a lot of the total ranting. :crazy:
And yes, My next house will have a garage (that's what I said before buying this one!!).
Post by: Descolada on November 07, 2013, 13:34:26
After 10 minutes on hold, the Receptionist came back and advised me that 'they' couldn't make any definitive answer and the best thing to do was talk to the Police. FFS! if the council can't even make it's mind up what chance do we mere mortals have :angry-tappingfoot:
I wasn't able to get through to our local police station (poor dears only work till 16:45), but read up on other cases where the Police were called in. Apparently, if 'they' are blocking access to your house when you try to leave the Police can come along and force them to move, however, if you return to find they have blocked access then you have to park on the street and wait until they move. :shock:
I was losing the plot so much yesterday that my other half begged me to let her put a sign up first and see if that works ( :gtfo: ), apparently she has spotted other owners in the area who have done the same and seen some improvement. So, for the time being I am going to let her try that and see what happens (image of a ripped up sign here). Then we will go back to my original inclination and start calling the Police each time it happens. Once they have been round a couple of times the other 'Neighbours' will get the message.
:character-jason:
Post by: Juvecu on November 07, 2013, 17:53:02
Post by: gcram on November 07, 2013, 21:17:36
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Quote from: "MartinW"He told my Wife to "Feck of back to the Telly like normal" when she asked him to be more considerateHere are a few completely random words that might make you feel better:
brake
fluid
water
pistol
car
:grin:
Seeing the above ideas of retribution, I have to confess, that years ago when living in Essex I did a bit of car vandalism myself. Around the back from where we used to live, one car owner would park mainly on the pavement "to prevent damage to my car!" Not leaving a great deal of room to pass. His neighbours didn't like it, but he wasn't bothered about them. Even wheel chair users had to use the road.
One day, while out with the dog and boys in their buggy, we came across said obstruction. My logic was, roads are for cars and pavements are for people. So I reasoned that I had ample space to get through. After scratching the car and knocking the mirror, I realised that I was wrong. Shrugged my shoulders and carried on.
Weeks later I saw the owner who complained that his car had been vandalised, and the Police were useless, as they said he shouldn't have been parked on the pavement! I agreed. He shouldn't have been parked there.
It did have the desired effect though.
And I felt not an ounce of remorse. Nice feeling.
Post by: Ptarmigan on November 07, 2013, 23:50:39
If I had my way a condition of owning a vehicle would be to have to park it off the road within the boundary of your own property at night. Just think how many fewer cagers there would be.....
Post by: Abercol on November 08, 2013, 12:10:20
After leaning on the horn for a few minutes, the owner of the van came out, gave me the finger and moved the van about 2 feet. In my younger days it would have been a prime road rage incident...tyre iron to the van and damn the consequences, but I'm more mellow now (just). That and I can't afford another prosecution!
The wife said she could hear my swearing from inside the house, as could the dog who was hiding under the bed in case it was something he'd done. FFS to block a garage, my driveway and prevent other cars in the 3 car parking area from moving....must make him feel all warm inside!
And yes Des, the Angus council don't give a toss. Neither do the Police, who I've waited for over two hours for after being blocked in, but who were arresting me less than 4 minutes the offence occurred in the same bloody lane at around the same time of day.
Post by: mjc506 on November 08, 2013, 13:40:07
...until it's on its side.
Post by: medic5 on November 08, 2013, 18:24:52
Post by: Descolada on November 08, 2013, 19:57:55
Oh for a little psychokinetic ability, just wave your hand and the car moves out into the road giving you all the space you need. shiny :)
When I lived in Oxford one of the best landmarks was the "Headington Shark".
(http://www.headington.org.uk/images/images_shark/shark_big.jpg)
Imagine the fun and downright satisfaction you could get from putting some inconsiderate twat's car where it would do the most good, I.e. in their roof space.
Ah, but it's Friday and I am happily off on a flight of imagination. Where's that beer gone. :obscene-drinkingchug:
Post by: user650 on November 08, 2013, 22:37:37
Quote from: "Descolada"
Trolley jack just make too much racket and the owner would be alerted by the noise.Insulation tape over the wheels quietens it down a lot :)
Post by: loggamatt on November 09, 2013, 08:26:40
As I was approaching my flat yesterday, I had one behind me as I was turning right into my car park. I did all my observations, moved to the right of the lane and started signalling right and slowing. Thank god I did a shoulder check before actually turning in because the pizza bloke decided the best thing to do was overtake on the right!! If I hadn't done a shoulder check, we'd both have been lying on the ground and hoping that the Range Rover behind us managed to stop in time.
I should have chased him down, kicked him off and nicked a slice of pizza for him giving me that sort of shock! :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: MartinW on November 09, 2013, 08:28:08
Post by: loggamatt on November 09, 2013, 08:29:32
Post by: 2112 on November 09, 2013, 09:10:46
Quote from: "MartinW"
You would have both been knocked over like dominos .... :)
Double :groan: :neen:
Post by: Piglumps on November 14, 2013, 20:39:10
Quote from: "Hugo Magnus"
Back to the wrong number theme:.
When I lived at home our number was similar to our local Hartwells garage but with the last two digits reversed...
Ring, ring, 'hello?' 'Is that Hartwells?' 'No' 'Are you sure?' 'Hang on I'll check....
After a while I actually did start going off to check, leaving the phone on the side with the caller hanging on...
Oh how we laughed..
Post by: Piglumps on November 14, 2013, 20:42:13
Pompous-trying-to-be-trendy twat!
Post by: MartinW on November 14, 2013, 20:44:29
Post by: Abercol on November 15, 2013, 10:58:53
Post by: hookie on November 15, 2013, 16:14:55
Post by: Juvecu on November 15, 2013, 18:01:12
Cyclists who ride in the road when there is a perfectly good cycling path they can use! Nnaaaaaarrrrgh!!
Not only are they fekkin slowing all the traffic on a 50mph road down to 20mph, every other car behind them has an idiot that does some dangerous overtake on them with no regard for the oncoming traffic that's going 60 mph from the other side. All this in the wet and dark early in the morning on cold roads.
If you have a death wish go jump off a building already, you inconsiderate pricks! You are not that bloody important!
/rant off
ps. I cycle too and I stick to the cycle lanes where they are available.
Post by: SimonW on November 15, 2013, 18:40:15
Post by: Andy M on November 16, 2013, 07:32:50
Andy
Post by: Hugo Magnus on November 16, 2013, 10:07:03
Post by: Fatbelly on November 16, 2013, 19:06:33
Post by: Gassoon on November 16, 2013, 19:37:02
Post by: Seigi on November 16, 2013, 20:09:10
Post by: MartinW on November 16, 2013, 20:09:47
Post by: Seigi on November 16, 2013, 21:48:48
Post by: Fat Rat on November 16, 2013, 22:59:01
Post by: 2112 on November 17, 2013, 10:14:25
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
People who assume this forum is like every other forum on Earth, stupid people
lol lol lol
Post by: mjc506 on November 18, 2013, 13:33:10
Quote from: "Juvecu"
/rant on
Cyclists who ride in the road when there is a perfectly good cycling path they can use! Nnaaaaaarrrrgh!!
Not only are they fekkin slowing all the traffic on a 50mph road down to 20mph, every other car behind them has an idiot that does some dangerous overtake on them with no regard for the oncoming traffic that's going 60 mph from the other side. All this in the wet and dark early in the morning on cold roads.
If you have a death wish go jump off a building already, you inconsiderate pricks! You are not that bloody important!
/rant off
ps. I cycle too and I stick to the cycle lanes where they are available.
(unnecessary quote just for Juv :) )
I found out a few years ago that cyclists shouldn't use the cycle lanes if they expect to be travelling faster than 10mph! I was riding along the cycle lane at ~20mph, and saw Mr Policeman sat on the side of the road with a laser gun. Just assumed he was checking traffic speeds, but no - he waves me down and tells me off! He let me off, as (in his words) 'it's a stupid law', but still...
Post by: skatrekker on November 19, 2013, 22:18:45
Post by: 2112 on November 20, 2013, 06:38:29
I'd ban horses off A & B classified roads and cyclists off dual cabbageways, both for their own safety.
Post by: Ryderman on November 21, 2013, 21:16:03
I was following a van in traffic and could not work out why he was sooooooooooooooo slow. Every time I tried to get round him I could see n-one ahead of him on my side of the road and could not get past because the road was narrow 2 way with a constant line of traffic coming toward me.
This went on for about a mile into Newport town centre (I know the Island is nothing like the mainland roads but Newport is the busiest by a long way and I have travelled all over the uk and the eu).
We got to set of red lights, grid locked box junction always a pain and a long wait - traffic is backed up behind for as far as I could see, so I does what we's all do and I nipped in front of the van only to find Lady Cyclist next to me, dead centre in front of the van. Her looked at me as though she had stepped in something smelly. Van driver shouts "oi mate tell the olde cow to get orff the Qweens 'ighwa will you or I'll run her over - she don't move in to the side" !!
Being a natural borne gent I lifts me visor and starts to relay the message on behalf of my fellow wayfarer and she says, "before you say anything I'm a lady riding my bicycle and I have as much right as you or anyone to be on the road" :crazy: Van driver appears next to me, goes a very fetching shade of purple and bellows with considerable force "not in the middle of the effing road you don't you extremely unintelligent and rude person with doubtful middle class parentage" or something a bit like that, I think.
Lights change, gap appears in the junction and I'm off.
Humour aside.
Clearly, this cyclist should not be on the road. I have seen similar countless times as we all have. Isn't it time now with so many killed that someone realises that cyclists should be tested and licensed, like all road users? Seems that many cyclist/lorry accidents happen when the cyclist goes up the inside on the left - doh!
Post by: 2112 on November 21, 2013, 21:23:57
Quote from: "Ryderman"
Isn't it time now with so many killed that someone realises that cyclists should be tested and licensed, like all road users?
Cracking idea, and make sure they are insured too :clap:
Post by: Jeff999 on November 21, 2013, 21:52:42
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On the left. When approaching a junction on the left, watch out for vehicles turning in front of you, out of or into the side road. Just before you turn, check for undertaking cyclists or motorcyclists. Do not ride on the inside of vehicles signalling or slowing down to turn left.
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Pay particular attention to long vehicles which need a lot of room to manoeuvre at corners. Be aware that drivers may not see you. They may have to move over to the right before turning left. Wait until they have completed the manoeuvre because the rear wheels come very close to the kerb while turning. Do not be tempted to ride in the space between them and the kerb.
3. Road junctions (170 to 183)
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Take extra care at junctions. You should
watch out for cyclists, motorcyclists, powered wheelchairs/mobility scooters and pedestrians as they are not always easy to see. Be aware that they may not have seen or heard you if you are approaching from behind.
People like that give the rest of us cyclists a bad press. I do believe though that both car and motorcycle drivers/riders should be more tolerant to bike users. After we are entitled to be on the roads. I pay two lots of excise duty. Nuff said :old:
Post by: Abercol on November 22, 2013, 11:41:57
Post by: Seigi on November 22, 2013, 12:20:56
Post by: Descolada on November 22, 2013, 12:26:21
Post by: MartinW on November 22, 2013, 15:49:35
Post by: Juvecu on November 22, 2013, 17:55:14
There are plenty of considerate cyclists on the road, there just seem to be more idiotic and areshole ones than the considerate ones.
Post by: medic5 on November 22, 2013, 21:02:32
Post by: Hugo Magnus on November 22, 2013, 21:25:31
Quote from: "medic5"
Ever notice that people who spend money on beer, cigarettes, and lottery tickets are always complaining about being broke and not feeling well? :groan:
What a remarkably astute observation. I can think of many people who fit that bill!
....... and have you noticed that you can't do a thing to help them?
Post by: medic5 on November 23, 2013, 17:09:54
A few years ago deliveries used to arrive early in the morning, invariably before work, but those days are long gone. Normally the “normal” post arrives between midday and 1pm these days, so you’d think if you’re in between those times you’d be safe to assume that you would receive even things too big for the letterbox or that need signing for when they arrived. Not so.
Waiting in for a delivery is fraught with dangers. Larger packets and parcels come separately by van rather than with the postman on foot. They can arrive any time between 7:30am (many a time I’ve found myself rushing to the door half dressed, or woken by the doorbell) and 7:30pm, as can the “normal” post. Normally the postman on foot arrives around lunch time, but we’d had deliveries as late as 4pm, and even once around 7:30pm! :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: TLPower on November 23, 2013, 18:11:45
Being a fuel tanker driver, I am often tasked with delivering heating oil to domestic properties.
This is usually quite a simple task if the property has a house number or name displayed on a sign visible from the road.
However, when the property does not have a sign things can become tricky. Last week I was looking for a property imaginatively named "The Cottage". Prior to setting off for this delivery I tried the mobile number of the customer, there was no reply.
The village consists of approximately 20 houses, I drove up the single track main street at walking pace searching for "The Cottage". I checked every house. When I reached the end of the village I spotted a bloke working in his garden, I asked if he knew "The Cottage" or the name of my customer. He didn't. I tried the phone again and had the stock reply.
" I saw you crawling along, and thought I wonder if that's my oil"?
I had to drive about a mile to turn round, when I found the customer he was waving at me from the middle of the road.
I started with.
"Where does it say The Cottage?"
"It doesn't" he chirpily replies. " In fact it 's actually called Dutch Cottage".
I look at the house and say "Do you have a sign that says Dutch Cottage"
"No" he replies."Can't you tell by the architecture"?
I explained that as I was a mere tanker driver and as such have no appreciation of dutch cottages with or without names on.
In short people who are expecting other people to find their houses should, identify said houses. Or expect to be cold.
Post by: MartinW on November 23, 2013, 18:17:14
Post by: medic5 on November 23, 2013, 18:42:44
Post by: Tusker on November 23, 2013, 18:47:38
Post by: TLPower on November 23, 2013, 18:51:34
Quote from: "MartinW"
There are several houses in my road with the name "Beware of the Dog" - I've always wondered whether they get each others post.
Don't get me started.
I'm a dog owner, I adore dogs.
If you are expecting someone to visit your house, garden to possibly deliver something, like shall we say HEATING OIL, clear up your dog bombs.
I've looked into gardens and seen dog bombs all over, under freshly hung washing and around children's toys.
I look but never set foot until it has been cleared up. I have stood in a few, I now clean my boots on door mats kindly supplied by the customer.
Post by: 2112 on November 25, 2013, 16:59:49
Post by: Gassoon on November 25, 2013, 17:51:16
Quote
If you are expecting someone to visit your house, garden to possibly deliver something, like shall we say HEATING OIL, clear up your dog bombs.
I've looked into gardens and seen dog bombs all over, under freshly hung washing and around children's toys.
I love dogs, too. Lots of dog-walkers around here. I have seen one of them waiting alertly with wee placcy bag for dog to finish having its crap, then bend down and PRETEND to scoop up said crap, then fold bag up and walk away, leaving foul pile of shit (for that is what it is). One of them lets his/her dog crap on the narrow footpath I use to walk to my old dads house several times a day - the path cuts across the narrow part of a field of several acres, but that bast*rd allows the dog to go on a public footpath??? :GRR:
There will be a reckoning.
Post by: Jeff999 on November 25, 2013, 19:02:14
Quote from: "Tusker"
and once you have paid don't take 10 minutes to put your change in your purse,, your purse in your handbag, your handbag over your shoulder,, pick up the bags of goods and move off ......
And it should be the same for women too. :ty:
I'll get me coat!
Post by: Gassoon on November 25, 2013, 19:08:45
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 26, 2013, 16:58:09
(And, despite 15 years as a postie and several dog bites, I am in fact still a dog lover. Just don't like dogshit or lazy owners.)
Regarding houses and nameplates, France has a law that says the house number must be clearly displayed, normally in the white / blue tile.
Could do with that here, one house I used to go to had the number in white numerals at the apex of his roof's fascia board-in white. The owner looked at me as if I was blind when he pointed it out to me, 30 feet up in the air, white on white. Another has a single number just raised in stick-weld on his steel post, and then hammerited over. Marvellous.
(First day back at work after a week off. Spleen duly vented. :) )
Post by: Descolada on December 04, 2013, 09:46:01
Got on the bike for my ride home last night and was stopped at a traffic light when I noticed that my speedo was doing the frigging polka. I was stopped still but the damned thing was bouncing of the stop. The lights changed and I moved off - only to realise that the speedo was no longer registering anything. 10 minutes later and it springs back to life ..... only to die again a few minutes later.
It had been absolutely fine in the morning and for the past 6 months. Prior to that it did something similar when I started riding again after a two week break. It eventually settled down and had been fine since.
So I cleaned the front area paying specific attention to the sender unit but that has not helped (thought it might have been road crud interfering with the sender. Also checked for loose wires. Nope, no sign of a problem there.
:wtf: :banghead:
Post by: mjc506 on December 04, 2013, 13:07:39
Post by: mr_diver on December 04, 2013, 14:11:49
Yellow connector behind the rad is the main intherchange or wiring for the front of the bike. But there is another major connector inside the left side of the fairing.
Post by: Andy M on December 04, 2013, 18:13:40
***s are going to find every bin as far as possible from their lorry after my 6 am dog walk next Wednesday. If they think they are getting home early by saving a 1 m push they are going to be out of luck. :neen:
I feel better now.
Andy
Post by: Stobie on December 04, 2013, 19:20:43
Quote from: "2112"
I passed a youngish lad on a 125cc scooter (some Chinese rubbish) today near Wallsend heading on my way to a site visit. I first noticed something was amiss when I clocked the bare legs, he was wearing shorts and trainers - no socks. No jacket for the young lad either, only a thin fleece and probably a T shirt underneath, obviously no gloves were worn. The best bit was the full face lid with no visor ! It was only about 6 degrees at the time and the temperature was dropping fairly quickly. Daft as a brush or hard as nails ? Who knows but to be fair either are possible around Wallsend...
Having worked and played in Wallsend all my life - probably both
Stobie
Post by: TLPower on December 04, 2013, 20:12:33
Quote from: "Andy M"
I then have to stop, get out of the car, move the ****ing pavement Dalek
I feel better now.
Andy
That really made my day.
I also deliver diesel to "recycling centres"( 'Bin wagon caves).
One particular centre employs every knuckle dragging, open mouth breathing, slope headed tosspiece ever to grace high visibility fabric. Here they are trained to a very high standard in the dark art of 'bin dumping.
Your kind souls will have hatched out from here......
Post by: gbrchill on December 05, 2013, 09:59:10
On the subject of bin men we appreciate ours. They may come from a different demographic but they do a job that is exceedingly necessary and don't get paid a fraction of what I would require to even think about doing it. :clap: bin men everywhere :clap:
Experiences may vary, batteries not included.
Post by: mjc506 on December 05, 2013, 10:09:16
Quote from: "Andy M"
****ing bin men! Every ***** Wednesday the ******* bin gets put out so some orange coated **** can push it 1 meter, watch as the lorry lifts it up and walk away, dumping it smack bang in the middle of the drive. In the dark with busses queuing up behind I then have to stop, get out of the car, move the ****ing pavement Dalek back the meter, hope I don't get run over or have the car door ripped off getting back in and try and get onto the drive.Fit a remote control car to the bottom of your bin. You'd have hours of fun driving it up and down the street, alternately running from and chasing the bin men :)
***s are going to find every bin as far as possible from their lorry after my 6 am dog walk next Wednesday. If they think they are getting home early by saving a 1 m push they are going to be out of luck. :neen:
I feel better now.
Andy
Post by: TLPower on December 05, 2013, 19:27:01
Quote from: "gbrchill"
I have found that the annual application of a tin of celebration (other chocolate assortment tins are discounted by your local bottom feeding supermarkets) helps to ensure good a good relationship with the local council refuse/recycling operatives. It has worked for me for ages - one year we didn't have a licence for the recycling sacks, yet they kept coming and taking them even if they weren't put out, at the same time they were refusing to take a friends because it was over filled.
On the subject of bin men we appreciate ours. They may come from a different demographic but they do a job that is exceedingly necessary and don't get paid a fraction of what I would require to even think about doing it. :clap: bin men everywhere :clap:
Experiences may vary, batteries not included.
Too right, I wouldn't fancy the job either. The other depots I deliver to are totally different. Decent blokes all of them I have met, but this one particular depot seems to have cornered the market in objectionable.
Their colleagues at other sites agree.
Post by: SimonW on December 06, 2013, 00:02:55
Post by: mjc506 on December 06, 2013, 12:06:19
Quote from: "SimonW"
You can't polish a turd.Pah!
http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-polish-a-turd/ (http://www.howtocleanstuff.net/how-to-polish-a-turd/) :haha:
Post by: 2112 on December 06, 2013, 14:10:12
Quote from: "SimonW"
You can't polish a turd (although you can roll it in glitter).
So true, and we like a bit of glitter this time of year...
Post by: 2112 on December 06, 2013, 14:13:05
Post by: Andy M on December 06, 2013, 16:12:06
Andy
Post by: SimonW on December 06, 2013, 17:40:36
Post by: TLPower on December 06, 2013, 18:40:32
Quote from: "SimonW"
...or just burying the cables (which would look much better) you lazy gits :neen:
That's a great idea, lets make it even easier for cable thieves.......
(I bet they would never think of looking there).
Post by: Tusker on December 06, 2013, 18:58:04
Post by: hookie on December 07, 2013, 08:18:55
Quote
Why do trees always fall onto power lines and not the other way ?
One of the curious Laws of Nature I suspect. Rather like when working on the bench in my garage and I drop something small, why does it always hit the floor and bounce right under the bench and never in front of it where I can find it easily? I then have to find the torch, lay on the floor and rummage around to recover it and sometimes small things are never seen again. It's all a bit like ball pens and odd socks.
Post by: 2112 on December 07, 2013, 09:01:40
Quote from: "SimonW"
...or just burying the cables (which would look much better) you lazy gits
Sadly, people whinge about the price of their leccy bill now, if we hid everything underground it would treble or quadruple. It's approximately 1/3rd of the price to run overhead at LV, 1/6th of the price at HV and 1/10th of the price at EHV. The National Grid transmission towers at 275/400kV are approximately 1/16th of the price of the underground option, hence why they blot the landscape with great regularity.
Post by: 2112 on December 07, 2013, 09:05:55
Quote from: "hookie"
One of the curious Laws of Nature I suspect. Rather like when working on the bench in my garage and I drop something small, why does it always hit the floor and bounce right under the bench and never in front of it where I can find it easily? I then have to find the torch, lay on the floor and rummage around to recover it and sometimes small things are never seen again. It's all a bit like ball pens and odd socks.
This is rather like when you have bent a clutch lever for example. If you haven't bought a replacement the lever will snap when you attempt to straighten it. However, if you have purchased a replacement it will straighten without drama. Sods law.
Post by: Juvecu on December 08, 2013, 11:02:55
Bah effin Humbug! (http://fc09.deviantart.net/fs70/f/2011/355/4/8/bah_humbug_sign_by_mirz123-d4jqxq8.gif)
Post by: Firestorm on December 08, 2013, 13:04:40
Post by: Tusker on December 08, 2013, 13:22:48
I could go on
and on
and on :angry-tappingfoot: :old:
Post by: medic5 on December 08, 2013, 14:07:53
Post by: skinny5216 on December 08, 2013, 15:11:09
lol lol lol :lala: :lala: :lala:
Post by: Twiggy on December 08, 2013, 16:06:25
Post by: TLPower on December 08, 2013, 16:21:28
Quote from: "Twiggy"
Christmas, I seriously dislike. However if we must have it can it be like the Olympics, every 4 years?
Here, here.
I can't stand the Olympics either.
Or Wimbledon.
Or Golf.
Post by: Juvecu on December 08, 2013, 21:25:35
Post by: Fatbelly on December 09, 2013, 01:28:26
I like Christmas Day. Not too keen on the build up though and I hate that day I go shopping (Tues 24th).
Post by: TLPower on December 09, 2013, 06:10:45
Quote from: "Juvecu"
People who say "Here, here." instead of "Hear! Hear!" :neen:
Ooops.
Post by: 2112 on December 09, 2013, 20:36:00
I suppose it's better than a new bonnet, grille, headlight & wing, but small consolation. Off to the alloy wheel 'magician' tomorrow to see how much it's going to hit me in the pocket... I'm pleased I haven't bought the Mrs a present yet, she could be getting an apple and an orange at this rate.
Post by: Descolada on December 09, 2013, 21:11:45
Worse is the "Slack Jawed Faggot's" (name that film) that proceed to get on your case because you dare to view this 'season' in a different light than them, making you the spawn of Satan because you won't feign happy "Thank God its Christmas" attitude. We all have "freedom of speech" so long as we agree with the masses.
I hate this time of year EXCEPT for the fact that I get some holiday time with my family. That's all I really need to keep me happy. It's nothing to do with God, nothing to do with Christ and nothing to do with the F'ing church and nothing to do with some opportunistic marketing company that just wants to make MONEY!.
.. to confirm, this IS the "Moaning Old Git" threat, yes?
Post by: pieman53 on December 09, 2013, 21:22:05
plus its a good reason to nip to the pub :occasion-balloons: :obscene-drinkingcheers:
Post by: 2112 on December 09, 2013, 21:30:56
Quote from: "Descolada"
.. to confirm, this IS the "Moaning Old Git" threat, yes?
Oh yes, moan away bonnie lad :old:
Post by: Fatbelly on December 09, 2013, 22:33:52
Quote from: "2112"
Quote from: "Descolada".. to confirm, this IS the "Moaning Old Git" threat, yes?
Oh yes, moan away bonnie lad :old:
Aye, fill Your boots.
Post by: Descolada on December 10, 2013, 09:19:10
Got up early and risked the "Valley of Death" (Read: Dundee Kingsway) in order to pick up some replacement Halogen bulbs (for a free standing work light) from the local Toolstation. Walked in the door and presented the online order number only to be greeted by "This isn't a Click and Collect, you'll have to wait until Parcelforce arrive - should be by the end of today" (Yawn, return to yammering about insignificant drivel).
So in order to save myself the £5.50 in postage it would have cost me for the £1.80 parts I decide to 'collect' from a local branch. Nothing on the order tells me that this is not in stock and I leave it a full 24 hours before turning up for the collection.
:wtf:
### :angry-banghead: :angry-screaming:
... to be honest this had a low chance of going well as I started my day by coming out to jump on the bike only to find that some dumb blonde bitch of a neighbour had parked across my driveway - right in from of the new "Access Needed - Please keep clear" sign. Admittedly, the signs only taking up most of the front gate, perhaps it was just that easy to miss :shock:
Post by: SimonW on December 10, 2013, 11:43:21
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
Is it just me, or do people moan about Christmas earlier and earlier each year? :)Quote from: "2112"Quote from: "Descolada".. to confirm, this IS the "Moaning Old Git" threat, yes?
Oh yes, moan away bonnie lad :old:
Aye, fill Your boots.
Post by: Tusker on December 10, 2013, 12:10:28
more realistic verses are needed
like
Chrismas time is here again
but we're in a credit crunch
So there'll be no bloody presents
Not even Christmas lunch
Seasons greeting to you at this wonderful time of year
lol lol :old: lol lol :old: lol lol
Post by: StromGeeza on December 10, 2013, 12:36:37
Towards the end of the bill there's a load of 'helpful' info about how I could reduce my bill (sadly no mention of the obvious one that they could cut their effing prices)..
But the good news is that by following their wise advice I could make savings of '£3,906.21'.
Yay! On an annual dual fuel bill of around £1.5k I'll be almost £2.5 k in profit! We'll be warm this winter after all!
Forkwits. :crazy:
Post by: Seigi on December 10, 2013, 13:36:58
Quote from: "Descolada"
So in order to save myself the £5.50 in postage it would have cost me for the £1.80 parts I decide to 'collect' from a local branch. Nothing on the order tells me that this is not in stock and I leave it a full 24 hours before turning up for the collection.
This is something that really irks me. There was a jacket in Topshop that my girlfriend wanted but we found it was cheaper to order it online with a discount code and pick it up in the store, we knew the store had stock (as she'd just tried it on), but we were told we had to wait 3 days for a courier to deliver it to the shop - I mean, what's with that? Why not just give us the one in the store and hang the one you get delivered on a hanger.
The only silver lining to it all is that we know that no one else has wore it (To try on etc.) unless of course it had been returned.
Post by: 2112 on December 10, 2013, 17:03:40
Quote from: "2112"
Sadly, the evasive action has meant I've kerbed one of my lovely AMG 20" alloys :bawl:
Off to the alloy wheel 'magician' tomorrow to see how much it's going to hit me in the pocket... I'm pleased I haven't bought the Mrs a present yet, she could be getting an apple and an orange at this rate.
Saw the heed gadgie today and got my car booked in for tomorrow (I'll be unable to pick it up until Saturday due to drinking commitments), apparently it's not bad and will look like new. Tyre off, machine cut, re-spray in Merc' silver, laquer and re-fit tyre etc all for a not unreasonable £100 + vat. The wife will be getting a present this year after all.
P.S. A new wheel is £760 + vat - eeek :shock:
Post by: Andy M on December 10, 2013, 18:18:40
They come in different varieties:
There are the working mens clubs sort, a fifty minute coach ride from civilisation where wage slaves are dumped forty at a time in ancient sticky floored huts meant to hold hundreds and forced to buy Mansfield bitter and Stones extra gassy while eating sausage rolls. These are organised by 55 year old secretaries who may dress in Laura Ashley but are the reincarnation of Irma Gees. Everyone is so bored there is nothing to do but drink until dancing to Shakin Stevens is the only alternative to attempting hari Krishna with a sausage onna stick.
The modern variant is the plastic whine bar. The sausage rolls are now Tiger prawn shaped fish fingers to be dipped in some chile and paraffin based sauce while the good old **** beer at 50p a pint is now bottles of Reindeer **** with a parsnip shoved in the top at a fiver a go. The slow witted will still be there when the Karaoke starts. The desperate when the assorted ****ed tarts decide to play tonsil tennis with anyone who hasn't actually sacked them for incompetence while impersonating Waynetta Slob this year.
Then there is "Christmas Dinner". Everyone is bussed to a plastic pub and has to down the full prawn-cocktail-Turkey Twizzlers-Pudding ensemble in 45 minutes while wondering why the accounts department have no reflections except for the paper hat and then going back to the office for the afternoon meeting.
While sitting next to the undead wearing a tissue on my head is bad, the worst ones IMHO are the "pint at dinnertime" sort. Everyone knows that at 1207 the sales manager will spontaneously buy everyone (including Mohammed from H&S who is trying to make his lemonade last) a shot of 2-star premix in a burning plastic cup. At 1252 the MD will fall over, order whiskey and new cars for all the senior managers then agree everyone can go home. You will never see so many pints necked by running men.
The ones I did enjoy? We had a sales director who hated the engineering director. They went to some dinner-dance retro 1970's free Albanian Champagne thing a £30 a head and talked shop, we went to a nice Michelin 1 star all expenses paid where you could choose between Chateau Neuf, mineral water, Fosters and anything in between. After the cheese it was every man for himself, pub for the sitters and talkers, disco for the shouters and spewers.
The best one was where they forgot to book it and gave us all vouchers.
Bah Humbug and hope you don't meet the *****s in the ASDA during the 2-weeks off!
Andy
Post by: Gassoon on December 10, 2013, 19:16:27
Post by: 2112 on December 10, 2013, 19:57:21
Post by: mjc506 on December 11, 2013, 11:50:27
Quote from: "Andy M"
...rant...:bow-blue: :romance-admire:
Post by: Fatbelly on December 11, 2013, 12:12:08
For me, I had to get up at the crack of dawn, go to the airport, fly to somewhere remotely near south London, get trains/tube through the xmas shopping traffic to the bloody office. Then join the jolly with the rest. Next morning up before dawn and do it all again except with a god awful hangover and desperately trying not to puke (try the tube on the Saturday before Xmas, I dare you). Arrive home about 24 hours after the rest of 'em finished for Xmas.
Fortunately, a few years ago I suggested it would be a useful cost saving measure to cancel the whole damn thing and the tight-fisted bosses agreed. :occasion-balloons:
God, how I hated it.
Post by: frez on December 11, 2013, 12:59:57
I'm behind you, I can see you as clearly as you can see the person in front of you that doesn't have their fog lights on, so why the feck have you got yours on?
Or, that small fog patch from 10 miles ago is long gone, well done for switching them on at the time, but how about switching them off now?
I suppose it does make up for those drivers driving around in the gloom with no lights on at all.
Post by: Frankenstrom on December 11, 2013, 13:04:55
Its a big sacrifice but somebody has to do it.
Aye, an ye can take that friggin sign off the main headers n'all... :angry-tappingfoot:
sorry, thought I was a bit rant-lite there for a minute...
Post by: Abercol on December 11, 2013, 13:38:41
Not looking forward to it, but I reckoned I should go once in a while after abstaining for several years. Its bad enough sitting next to the petty minded & utterly boring undead every day (yes...I'm in the Finance office....Andy M's description of "no reflection except the party hats" is bang on!).
So, I'm paying £33 + drinks to sit with a table of the walking dead, listen to their work obsessed lives (all talk will be about work, nowt exists except work...) and count the minutes till I can escape & drive 45 miles home.
And who was the clueless fuckwit who booked the night on Aberdeens late night shopping evening? Thronging hordes of mindless sheep desperately watching what other sheep are buying so they can copy them....BAAAAAA HUMBUG!
Post by: Descolada on December 11, 2013, 15:34:41
Quote from: "frez"
Would the roads be safer if they removed fog lights from cars entirely?
Not really, but they would be safer if you removed most drivers from the roads :)
I think all road users should have to spend a year on the road on a bike (scooter, motorbike etc) before they can qualify for advancement to a car. That way everyone would, by default, have some idea of what it was like for other (non caged) road users.
Post by: frez on December 11, 2013, 15:37:26
http://www.swiftcover.com/about/press/fog-lights/ (http://www.swiftcover.com/about/press/fog-lights/)
Post by: Descolada on December 11, 2013, 15:37:52
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on December 12, 2013, 00:04:35
Post by: frez on December 12, 2013, 10:56:35
"Earnings rise slower than inflation for fifth year running" : http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-25347403 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-25347403)
Unless you are an MP...
"MPs' 11% pay rise plan unveiled by salaries watchdog" : http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-25344188 (http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-politics-25344188)
Post by: Fatbelly on December 12, 2013, 11:05:17
Quote from: "frez"
Are you sure...
http://www.swiftcover.com/about/press/fog-lights/ (http://www.swiftcover.com/about/press/fog-lights/)
I hate unnecessary fog light use, but 300,000 accidents in a year because of it? That has got to be nonsense, surely? I suspect drivers bump into the car in front and try to blame the fog lights for dazzling them.
Post by: Descolada on December 12, 2013, 11:41:29
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I hate unnecessary fog light use ....
I don't hate it as much as I hate the feckers who forget they put it on in the first place and them spend the next week wondering what that new light is on their dashboard. These people should be hauled out of their cages and flogged in public! :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Descolada on December 12, 2013, 11:49:22
So it's all but official, the best job to have with the best prospects of a pay increase, way, way above inflation is ... wait for it .... To become a Politician. Those poor hard done-by lying cheating vicious little bastards. There's not one of them who doesn't put him or herself above those they are supposed to be representing.
(http://static.guim.co.uk/sys-images/Guardian/Pix/pixies/2013/12/11/1386806176707/12.12.13-Steve-Bell-on-Ca-010.jpg)
: An Update:
So there's a table now showing on the Telegraph website (please don't read anything into that - it's just a source) detailing the responses to MPs asked if they would accept the pay rise. Most are "No Response" - which is Politispeech for "I'm going to wait and see how many others accept and then join in with the masses so no one notices me".
One brave (or foolish) soul is Charles Walker - Broxbourne who has accepted. Poor thing, must be feeling hard up.
Post by: Descolada on December 12, 2013, 11:53:55
The "Selfie" - isn't that actually called a "self portrait", why change a perfectly good word just to appear "modern", "with it" etc, etc.
AND do you really think it's appropriate for politicians who are supposed to be representing their respective countries at a high profile funeral to be fecking about like they are at some bloody frat party?
(http://I.huffpost.com/gen/1507152/thumbs/o-HELLE-THORNING-SCHMIDT-570.jpg?5)
Just look at these self serving wankers.... oh, but Cameron is probably thinking about his 11% pay rise.
A bloody disgrace.
Post by: Descolada on December 12, 2013, 12:01:40
So it turns out that the bloke 'signing' at Mandela's funeral wasn't actually suffering from the sign language equivalent of Tourette's syndrome, he just had schizophrenia.
Do you not think that someone might have checked that out before placing him under such an enormous strain in front of millions of viewers. This poor bloke is going to have to be reminded of this for the rest of his days.
Post by: Hugo Magnus on December 12, 2013, 15:32:24
Post by: Juvecu on December 12, 2013, 21:31:33
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Post by: Mr Nick on December 12, 2013, 22:14:25
It wasn't a learner: it was the bloody driving instructor. :crazy:
Post by: Descolada on December 12, 2013, 23:25:57
Oh, and just the other night I was following a learner driver when it started to veer to the side and I saw the driving instructor grab for the wheel to avoid the kerb. I got past and away from that as soon as I could.
Post by: SnowStrom on December 13, 2013, 18:01:57
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I hate unnecessary fog light use ....
Dear London Motorists,
I am aware that you had quite a foggy start to the week, but I'd like to point out that in nose to tail traffic, in reasonable visibility conditions, you could probably get away with TURNING OFF YOUR FRIGGING FOG LIGHTS.
Yours,
Iza Strained.
Post by: Andy M on December 13, 2013, 18:13:21
Yours
Titus Ducksarse
Post by: medic5 on December 13, 2013, 18:23:32
Quote from: "Descolada"
I rode past a 'driving instructor' a few weeks back. He was sitting in his car wearing a high-viz vest. I couldn't help but wonder if it was so he didn't get hit when he fell out. :crazy:The one in the yellow vest is a DSA Examiner not instructor......
Hope this helps.
Post by: SnowStrom on December 13, 2013, 18:31:36
Quote from: "Andy M"
Titus Ducksarse
Location: Yorkshire
:D
Post by: medic5 on December 13, 2013, 18:36:52
Post by: Brockett on December 13, 2013, 20:10:05
So I decided that I would do the thing on-line.
Well...... what a bloody horrid website that is.
I signed up with a password using a capital letter and a number and when I put in my debit card details it suspended my account.
I called their number.
Really annoying auto respond system which in the end did not accept zero and put me through to a real person.
Sad tale to 'real person' who says I must only use lower case for my password.
But my password has been accepted
"Yes but when you input your debit card details you must only use lower case."
I sign off and sign on and start again and got to final bit where I entered password confirmation for debit card and WTF.
Suspended again.
Phone again.......'The voice of the balls' says press one for this and 2 for that etc and none of em fit what I want and then VOB relents and puts me through to another real person ( if only they weren't all busy .......
5 minutes of noisy kids 'music' later I retell the story to another 'hapless soul' only to be told that I must use the same password format as I used to set up the account.
"that's not what other 'real person' said"
"That's how it works" says 'hapless person'.
And I start again with user name, password etc. and go through the whole rigmarole.
There is much more silly stuff to do on this site and some of the prompts are more than a little vague. In all it took about 40 minutes and two twenty minute phone calls. If it wasn't for the fact that my nature is to keep going until I see things through I would have logged off and never gone back.
GRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRRR!
Post by: Andy M on December 13, 2013, 20:17:51
Our client confused the brightness with brake lights and now has whiplash.
Yours
Firkem & Buggeroff
Lawyers.
Post by: Gassoon on December 14, 2013, 09:34:43
Post by: Twiggy on December 15, 2013, 07:30:12
Post by: Catballou on December 15, 2013, 08:20:39
"because I don't like any of you" further more you do not pay me enough to waste my time and money to do this
"OH" was the response, surprisingly not as career limiting as one might think though :grin:
Post by: 2112 on December 15, 2013, 10:35:48
Quote from: "Twiggy"
People driving on the opposite carriageway on a dual or motorway who think that driving with full beam on won't affect me. Tossers.
Good point, I'm starting to notice a lot of that going on these days, Tw@s.
Post by: Andy M on December 15, 2013, 17:43:29
That Dickens bloke had it right. Some nice lockable institution to keep the streets tidy on bank holidays and the like.
Andy
Post by: Hilldweller on December 15, 2013, 21:55:41
Quote from: "Fatbelly"
I hate unnecessary fog light use, but 300,000 accidents in a year because of it? That has got to be nonsense, surely? I suspect drivers bump into the car in front and try to blame the fog lights for dazzling them.
I think it's nothing compared to what is happening with these new running/driving lights. They are so intrusive any normally lit vehicle, pedestrian or cycle is lost because our eyes are drawn to the incredibly bright strange shapes in our faces.
We bikers don't show up much against that light clutter.
I'm wondering about some extra LED running lights for the bike.
Post by: Descolada on December 29, 2013, 21:14:20
What is it with car drivers, just about all cars these days have power steering right, so why do most of them come round a turning on MY side of the road. I mean, it's not like they don't have assistance to turn the wheel on their stonking great (too big for UK roads - cutting the ENTIRE corner) 4x4. Maybe people are just getting weaker (both in body and in the brain pan) . Pure lazyness - they should all get booked for driving without due car and attention.
:old:
Post by: Sharpy on December 29, 2013, 22:07:34
If anyone knows where I might get some from it would be appreciated!!
Post by: Juvecu on December 31, 2013, 20:21:49
Post by: MartinW on December 31, 2013, 21:38:59
London - 12,000 Fireworks in 11 minutes, so around 1,000 a minute.
Happy New Year to us .... lol :bawl:
Post by: tallpaul on December 31, 2013, 22:59:46
Post by: 2112 on January 01, 2014, 12:56:57
Post by: Juvecu on January 01, 2014, 13:23:36
Post by: 2112 on January 01, 2014, 16:26:31
Quote from: "Juvecu"
I'm not
Probably because you didn't drink a full bottle of Brandy last night...
Post by: MartinW on January 12, 2014, 15:24:15
Post by: Tusker on January 12, 2014, 15:32:09
Post by: 2112 on January 12, 2014, 16:27:40
Quote from: "Tusker"
news print is history.. who needs it !!!
I pads don't make good firelighters and they are poor for holding chips :neen:
Post by: MartinW on January 12, 2014, 16:29:28
Post by: Tusker on January 12, 2014, 16:53:25
Quote from: "2112"
Quote from: "Tusker"news print is history.. who needs it !!!
I pads don't make good firelighters and they are poor for holding chips :neen:
fire lighters make good fire lighters :shrug: :shrug:
my fish n chips come in polystyrene these days,, perfectly acceptable :grin:
Post by: Andy M on January 12, 2014, 17:53:09
Andy
Post by: 2112 on January 15, 2014, 20:31:01
Post by: james.t on January 15, 2014, 20:37:00
Quote from: "2112"
Bin men - why is it necessary to leave the empty wheelie bin in the middle of the drive ? Why not leave it at the side where it was before you emptied it ? WHY ?just to wind you up they do it to all of us
Post by: Abercol on January 16, 2014, 11:44:13
We return home and play Russian roulette trying to identify our bin from the others by its unique painted plumage only to find someone else has wandered off with it. So we use theirs until the next fortnightly gaggle where we may, with luck, get ours back.
Post by: Chris Graves on January 16, 2014, 19:00:09
In Lincolnshire we had rubbish collected one week, recycling the other and they always left the bin in the middle of the driveway, usually lying down so I couldn't get off the main road without moving the bin. I spoke to the men, phoned the department, emailed photos but all to no avail and according to the folks that bought our house it still is the same today.
Post by: Andy M on January 16, 2014, 19:09:53
For the last month the bins of all colours on each week have been left a mirrors width off the drive and parking without interruption of Radio 4 has been entirely possible :)
Some poor minion will have been sent to Barnsley for re-education I'm sure, but Hello ho they can't all graduate to be the next Great Leader.
Andy
Post by: JRS81 on January 17, 2014, 09:46:05
Post by: Jacko on January 17, 2014, 10:06:50
Post by: JRS81 on January 17, 2014, 10:31:33
Post by: Andy M on January 17, 2014, 15:11:57
The Wife works in Huddersfield and has a season ticket. That's about the same cost as car and parking but a bit less hassle.
I guess their pricing structures are a bit lax? :shrug:
Andy
Post by: JRS81 on January 17, 2014, 16:20:31
Post by: 2112 on January 17, 2014, 19:35:18
Post by: JRS81 on January 17, 2014, 20:01:30
Post by: Tusker on January 20, 2014, 17:12:14
Added to this is I've only just bought the Tiger.. gggrrrrrrrrrrrrr
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: 2112 on January 20, 2014, 17:56:27
Post by: Tusker on January 20, 2014, 17:58:34
Quote from: "2112"
The Inland Revenue have cheerfully informed me I owe them £433 and they'd like it right away. Twats.
that's another thing !!!! I'm just doing my Self Assessment ............................
Post by: 2112 on January 23, 2014, 14:28:38
Post by: gbrchill on January 23, 2014, 14:56:28
Post by: Seigi on January 25, 2014, 21:34:02
Why anyone would rather have a Chinese YBR clone for £1700 than a used 2008 Honda CBR125 for £1400 is beyond me. What is beyond me further is, from what I can tell he's been riding for awhile, for £1700 he could pass his test and get a cheap 500cc.
I'm not annoyed that he went for a different bike, what I'm bothered by is him lying through his teeth. He followed up with another email saying "I havnt got credit so I'm unable to call but I will keep you posted as I'm not happy as I don't want to look like I'm messing you about". Some people really amaze me with their disregard for others.
Is this typical? Should I expect this often when trying to sell a bike? It's my first time selling a vehicle of any sort.
Post by: 2112 on January 25, 2014, 21:58:33
Quote from: "Seigi"
Is this typical? Should I expect this often when trying to sell a bike? It's my first time selling a vehicle of any sort.
Sadly there is a small part of society that fill their time in dreaming of what vehicle they would like to own. These people spend hours on the phone making appointments they won't keep and making promises to buy vehicles that never happen. It's a shame, but for every decent buyer out there their must be at least two knackers ! My mate wheels & deals cars at the 'budget' end of the market (sub £500 usually) and the amount of timewasters he deals with is staggering. The amazing thing is how often people turn up to look at a car, leave a deposit and then just vanish ! My mate has a tin with over £400 of 'deposits', madness I tell you :crazy:
Post by: MartinW on January 25, 2014, 22:01:46
If you like animals that much, then why do you eat all their food?
Post by: 2112 on January 25, 2014, 22:06:42
Quote from: "MartinW"
Vegetarians !
If you like animals that much, then why do you eat all their food?
lol lol lol
Post by: Gassoon on January 25, 2014, 23:01:42
And wearing their make-up :GRR:
That Hitler was a vegetarian. Maybe. Shows what they're really like, eh?
Post by: Jacko on January 25, 2014, 23:21:18
Quote from: "MartinW"
Vegetarians !
If you like animals that much, then why do you eat all their food?
And if you hate meat that much why would you want to eat food that replicates to the look, shape and texture? Vegetarian Sausages? WTF?
Post by: Andy M on January 26, 2014, 08:42:48
The stuff the supermarkets sell that is bright pink and oozes water when cooked BTW should not be described as meat.
Andy
Post by: nicksr on January 26, 2014, 12:44:30
Delivery of my new bike was to be today at 12ish, but due to snow and typical Scottish weather :rain: my delivery driver had no option but to turn around north of Perth and return to Shipley :bawl:
may have to wait another week or two
Bike Company making the delivery were great and no fault of theirs :thumb:
Post by: Nolly on January 26, 2014, 14:40:59
It happened to me this week, the woman got a fekkin mega stare from my sister and myself.
She didn't have the gumption to apologise......................................
Nolly
Post by: hookie on January 26, 2014, 19:55:32
Quote
Sadly there is a small part of society that fill their time in dreaming of what vehicle they would like to own. These people spend hours on the phone making appointments they won't keep and making promises to buy vehicles that never happen.
I know of a couple who's "hobby" is visiting houses for sale so they can be shown round by the poor owner who thinks they are actually interested in buying it. A couple of nosey sados...
Post by: 2112 on January 26, 2014, 21:05:22
Post by: 2112 on January 27, 2014, 17:52:54
Post by: Mr Nick on January 27, 2014, 19:46:07
Post by: user650 on January 27, 2014, 22:58:15
Post by: Abercol on January 28, 2014, 12:22:15
Post by: user650 on January 28, 2014, 22:28:37
Post by: medic5 on January 31, 2014, 16:56:55
My moan is why the hell do car drivers not put their lights on, did they not get any lights for Christmas?
That's my moan....... :auto-ambulance: :auto-ambulance: :auto-ambulance:
Post by: 2112 on January 31, 2014, 17:41:31
Post by: 2112 on February 02, 2014, 13:20:10
Post by: Ridaz on February 02, 2014, 13:49:51
Those car drivers that decide to wash their windscreens whilst stood in traffic with a motorbike sat behind them....
Post by: MartinW on February 02, 2014, 18:04:18
Casualty/Holby and that Waterloo Road guff.
Mimicking real-life my arse.
It’s not every day there’s open chest surgery going on, where the patient has a UXB in his rib cage and armed soldiers are lined around the operating theatre table.
Post by: 2112 on February 02, 2014, 18:36:59
Post by: Jacko on February 02, 2014, 22:55:02
Quote from: "2112"
Would it be 'bad form' to knock then off with a length of timber ?
No, but it will certainly get the attention of those apathetic coppers.
Post by: 2112 on February 02, 2014, 23:03:44
Post by: hookie on February 03, 2014, 08:37:35
Quote from: "2112"
Would it be 'bad form' to knock then off with a length of timber ?
The recommended size is of course a length of 4 by 2 (or 100 by 50mm if you're under 30). Either knock them off or carefully thrown through a wheel. The front is best and produces far more spectacular and satisfying results.
The living room is out of bounds to me between about 7 and 9pm due to her indoors watching her soaps. I'm informed they deal with real life situations and help people deal with them. They even give contact 'phone numbers for viewers needing help after watching them. She get's offended when I refer to it as "gob shite". Can't see why...
Post by: Descolada on February 03, 2014, 10:34:47
Finally, something worthy of these minor and very desperate 'Celebrities'.
Post by: 2112 on February 03, 2014, 10:36:05
Quote from: "hookie"
The recommended size is of course a length of 4 by 2 (or 100 by 50mm if you're under 30). Either knock them off or carefully thrown through a wheel. The front is best and produces far more spectacular and satisfying results.
Does the timber need to be seasoned or could I get away with unseasoned ?
Post by: tallpaul on February 03, 2014, 11:09:23
Post by: 2112 on February 03, 2014, 11:15:52
Post by: hookie on February 03, 2014, 12:05:45
Post by: Fatbelly on February 03, 2014, 12:10:07
Post by: Abercol on February 03, 2014, 12:44:27
Imagine the viewing figures on the close up of the celebrities face when pulling the ripcord does nowt....
You could give them a tiny airbag to aim for, if they make it and survive, then they have earned the right not to do it again until next year....
All those Z list celebs - pushing up your TV licence fees by their purile appearances on thes so-called reality TV "shows".... :-x
Post by: Abercol on February 03, 2014, 12:56:36
Sat watching this woman behind me contorting herself to apply her slap in her rearview mirror & thought, what a dozy cow. 400 yards further down the road and..she hit the back of my car!
She said "is it a bump or a Bump??" Fuckwitted bimbo!
Told her (told = yelled in spittle filled rage) she may have a better chance of avoiding hitting other cars if she put on her makeup before she left her house.
Got a meek "sorry" then she slammed her door shut and locked it, I may have been looking a little like having a "Here's Johhny" moment at that point.
The car has a few scratches on the bumper, annoying, but nothing worth sorting. I kept thinking it may have ended badly had I been on the Strom.
Post by: 2112 on February 03, 2014, 14:13:34
Post by: hookie on February 03, 2014, 17:11:29
Quote from: "Abercol"
I think ...Celebrity freefall skydiving...emphasis on the freefall.:-x
My first nomination would be Jedward. I'm sure they'd score maximum points very easily...
Post by: Descolada on February 04, 2014, 09:57:30
Quote from: "2112"
.. I saw a young girl doing her hair with those straightener thingies once while on the way to work :crazy:
Actually, I have a relative who set fire to her hair with once of those things a while back, funniest thing I have seen in a long time. Silly twit.
Post by: Descolada on February 04, 2014, 10:04:43
Quote from: "Abercol"
Bloody women drivers putting on make-up while driving to work! :angry-tappingfoot
I'm rather fond of the wags we get around here who go ballistic when you filter past them. You know the kind, overweight, smoking, wearing a Lycra sweatsuit - usually bleached blonde and driving a mini that's trying to be a 4x4 whilst playing the stereo so loud the roof vibrates.
They start driving up your backside, making grumpy faces and generally trying to knock you off for having the cheek to try and ride past them. I generally point to my helmet camera and shout "see you on YouTube".
At which point they decide to reenact a scene from "raging bull". :soap:
Post by: Fatbelly on February 04, 2014, 12:07:37
Post by: Descolada on February 05, 2014, 09:44:11
:wtf: Is going on with delivery companies at the moment. Over the Xmas period I had some fecker steal a package I was waiting for and forge a signature on the delivery notice, then today, I have been waiting for a tank bag to get delivered since the 29th Jan from MCN. Called them today and they tell me it could have been a "non-delivery" return. I ask them why there was no card through the door and they tell me that the "drivers have stopped doing that in some cases and for some reason. What they do now is take a photo of the front door, though I can't tell you why they do that, its of no use to us"
So now I can't rely on purchases getting to me because someone from the Royal Mail might nick it and forge my signature, or some twat from the "delivery company" might just decide he or she doesn't feel like delivering it today and will just throw it back in the van and claim non-delivery.
as I said ... :wtf:
:angry-screaming:
I am beginning to think that someone might have realised that useful stuff get's delivered to my address and is keeping an eye out just in case they want to steal it and claim "non-delivery".
There's a word that I love and it describes perfectly my mood today .. incandescent!
Post by: Descolada on February 05, 2014, 09:57:32
:teasing-slap:
They've had my money since 21st Jan and now they tell me they don't have any stock - that's AFTER they sent en email stating that the item had been dispatched.
:angry-banghead:
Post by: Jacko on February 05, 2014, 12:01:45
Post by: Abercol on February 05, 2014, 12:16:15
There's a hairdressers next door, they said the van pulled up, the bloke spoke on his mobile, then drove off, he didn't even get out!! :angry-tappingfoot: :angry-tappingfoot:
The funniest one so far:
The doorbell went on a "second attempt" and my wife made her slightly slow way to the door (she is blind and there is a curved staircase invovled) the delivery bloke was getting in his van, she shouted on him, he ignored her & carried on into his van, but an old man stopped him closing his van door with his cane. The old man (we don't know who he is) then proceeded to rant and rave at the delivery bloke about how dare he turn his back on a blind woman etc etc for over 10 minutes, joined in by the hairdresser who also tore him a new one. He then mumbled a sorry, gave the wife her package and didn't even wait to get a signature before driving off looking very red faced.
My wife turned to speak to the old bloke but her had walked off by this point. She'd been guide dog training all over Brechin for the last few months so he must have seen her tootling about with her dog/cane. Priceless.
Am also going to try Amazon's click and collect service as the local co-op is a delivery point.
Post by: Descolada on February 05, 2014, 12:49:43
:old:
Personally I am going to wait for Amazon to start using quadcopters over our area (for delivery). Then I am going to get a shotgun licence and get in some free clay pigeon practice.
:violence-sniperdark:
Post by: Countrysailor on February 05, 2014, 12:53:24
Quote from: "Abercol"
Am also going to try Amazon's click and collect service as the local co-op is a delivery point.UPS,Hermes & Asda do a click and collect, no waiting till near 7pm some days for a courier, just go in your own time & collect. Same for dropping off parcels.Great service
Post by: hookie on February 05, 2014, 16:22:49
Post by: Fatbelly on February 05, 2014, 16:27:52
Post by: Andy M on February 05, 2014, 17:50:36
UPS won't sell you a pork pie while you watch their Yeti's (you know they exist by their foot prints) claim they don't have your stuff either.
Andy
Post by: SimonW on February 05, 2014, 21:17:45
Post by: Descolada on February 06, 2014, 10:46:07
Post by: StromGeeza on February 06, 2014, 21:36:42
Quote from: "SimonW"
Can I moan about people posting positive stories on the moaning old git thread? It just doesn't seem to be in the proper spirit of things really.
Yes, perhaps there should be a new thread? I don't think it would be as well visited, though.
What would it be called?
Post by: 2112 on February 06, 2014, 21:39:15
Post by: PHIL FAT on February 07, 2014, 23:11:41
Post by: Descolada on February 07, 2014, 23:13:30
Post by: PHIL FAT on February 07, 2014, 23:22:26
Post by: Descolada on February 07, 2014, 23:26:37
Post by: PHIL FAT on February 07, 2014, 23:35:15
Post by: Jacko on February 08, 2014, 08:36:40
Post by: MartinW on February 08, 2014, 09:16:33
:angry-screaming: :angry-jumpinganger:
Post by: tallpaul on February 08, 2014, 09:23:48
Post by: PHIL FAT on February 08, 2014, 22:28:49
Post by: PHIL FAT on February 08, 2014, 22:40:28
Post by: 2112 on February 09, 2014, 10:16:57
Post by: Descolada on February 12, 2014, 08:56:11
Post by: Andy M on February 12, 2014, 19:37:03
I understand it will take a while to find something as promises of jam tomorrow is how you get the office junior to run the department for eight quid an hour. I can live with this, but isn't it their job to match candidates to jobs they'll take?
I think I will rewrite my CV with "beer taster and motorcycle tester" as the latest item!
Andy
Post by: Jacko on February 12, 2014, 21:12:32
Post by: MartinW on February 12, 2014, 21:53:43
Post by: Twiggy on February 12, 2014, 22:35:24
Anyway I went to see one in Nuneaton last week because they recruit for a company I'm interested in working for. I went in and mentioned that I don't want to give up a full time job to work with an agency. Lady says OK, I don't blame you but if you register you can go for inductions etc and if you want to do odd days then that's fine.
Soooo, 45 minutes later I have completed the mountains of paperwork and get called over to the other desk. Lady says I'll do the dvla check. Check done OK.
She then says, without any other inquiries, 'I'll give you a call when I get some work'!
No mention of where I'd work, money, payment, holidays etc. What a complete waste of time.
Post by: mr_diver on February 12, 2014, 23:14:23
I went job hunting, went to many an interview arranged by a agencies - who give me wrong or misleading information. then asked me for money to progress to second phase interview after I'd walked out of the interview as it was for telesales and the agency listed it as face to face customer service (in store) :angry-tappingfoot:
Monster was a waste of time.
The Job center website is again a waste of time as companies only use it as a last ditch attempt to fill the vacancy- and never has anything that a sane person would 'want' to do for a living.
the only thing that helped me was Reed.co.uk yes, they have cheesey adverts, but that's how I got the interview leading to my current job. and after nearly 4 years, I'm still happy there.
Post by: Descolada on February 13, 2014, 08:58:01
And the number if email's I get from companies using CV scare tactics ("use our service because we have professional CV writers and you won' get the job interviews with what you send out now") - and this before they have even seen what I use now for my CV.
Yet more useless wastes of space. :violence-smack:
Post by: Abercol on February 13, 2014, 10:33:58
Took my current job on short term contract - walked out of the above permanent job. Like Mr Diver, they had wound me up so much I had to go before I did a bloke Fawkes on the place. Been here 20 years now.
Post by: Andy M on February 13, 2014, 21:05:40
Quote from: "Jacko"
Currently self employed are we sir?
No fear, I aren't doing what I do in the office on my own time.
Andy
Post by: 2112 on February 15, 2014, 17:56:59
Post by: SnowStrom on February 15, 2014, 21:36:36
I was at the doctors the other week, sat in the waiting room, when this old duffer shuffled up to me and asked 'Is that your bike out there?'
I said yes, smiling in anticipation of yet another 'I rode a motorcycle once, during the war, this was... ' routine and he wiped the smile off my face by telling me that he'd reversed into it and knocked it over.
So out I go, and I'm just gobsmacked at how he managed to miss a giant great big orange motorbike... indicator smashed and more grazing on the engine bars but otherwise nothing major.
To be fair he did pay up, but seriously....
Edit: I was impressed he managed to pick it up without a hernia and/or heart attack :D
Post by: Juvecu on February 15, 2014, 21:46:17
ps. There's still some old people who drive way better then some muuuuuch younger people. At least the old people won't be trying to use their phone!
Post by: Ptarmigan on February 16, 2014, 00:35:05
Post by: Andy M on February 16, 2014, 08:38:17
Andy
Post by: tallpaul on February 16, 2014, 09:06:18
Quote from: "Andy M"
My next door neighbour can't turn the steering wheel enough some days. Ends up half on her drive half on ours. There is a two foot height difference between the two so I keep a thick board and jack handy for unbeaching her car. No one will be interested until she kills someone, the doctors just sign the DVLA paperwork along with the prescriptions for her heart, blood pressure, diabetes and whatever else. I don't leave the bike anywhere near.
Andy
Sounds like the step is 4 foot too low! :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: SnowStrom on February 16, 2014, 09:14:22
Post by: frez on February 17, 2014, 10:24:43
Post by: hookie on February 17, 2014, 13:45:51
Our household are the proud owners of three vacuum cleaners. One has a spring operated cable return and the other two have nicely designed cable securing tabs that the cable can easily and neatly be wound round before putting said cleaner away. I always know when "she who must be obeyed" has been performing her duly assigned domestic duties that I know she looks forward to doing ,using the cleaners as the cables will always be left either in a mangled heap or wound round any convenient part of the cleaner, except of course round the tabs so lovingly put there by the manufacturers. The sprung operated one simply needs a well aimed foot to press a nice little button and low and behold the cable scurries back into it's place with no further effort needed. The two other machines require one to carefully wind the cables round the tabs provided which unfortunately require just a little more effort. Am I suffering from OCD in my whinge here and is this a common characteristic of the contrary gender and is there any treatment that could help me. I have offered her a two day course in "The use of vacuum cleaning appliances" which would of course include coverage of relevant H&S issues (with updates), emptying, filter cleaning and of course how to put the bloody cables away afterwards. My suggestion was not met favourably...
We have a friend who asked us round for dinner one evening and whilst there asked me to take a look at her cleaner as it wasn't working. Had a look as requested, powered up OK, but wouldn't lift anything at all. Reason was that the bag was full. She just shrugged her shoulders and giggled and said she didn't know you had to empty it. She was very blonde and I asked where she thought all the dirt sucked up went. Into a black hole somewhere on the other side of the galaxy? Perhaps I should have gone round on my own to assist her?...
Post by: Abercol on February 18, 2014, 16:34:55
No mess or problems here....because my missus doesn't vacuum...its my job. I'd trade mangled wires for the loss of the tedious and time consuming task, but no such luck, shes gone blind...bloody did it on purpose, lazy cow.... :old:
And while we are at it, Just who the feck are the bloody useless manufacturers fitting collection canisters the size of a baked bean tin for?? Really. We don't all live in a 2 room flat in London y'know. Abercol mansions is a 2 hour plus hoover extravaganza. Once you add in the warm coating of dog hair on every surface (excellent in this cold Scottish climate) its empty the "bag" run the hoover a couple of minutes, empty the "bag" :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Gassoon on February 18, 2014, 17:03:24
I fear I have made a big error somewhere... :GRR: :angry-boxing:
Post by: Juvecu on February 18, 2014, 17:30:23
Post by: 2112 on February 18, 2014, 18:59:19
Mind you, we don't have an upstairs as we live in a bungalow. Still jealous... 3 vacuums...
Post by: Jacko on February 18, 2014, 19:16:05
I was once informed that there was something wrong with the tumble drier, it wasn't drying clothes and there was hardly any warm air coming out of the exhaust pipe. "I hope we don't need a new one"... Yup, the fluff filter was that tightly packed I'm surprised the whole thing didn't catch fire.
Post by: ajduggie on February 18, 2014, 20:06:10
Lights? They're never in the right place to enable you to see exactly what you're doing so you need to get the LED torch out. Guess what? The bloody batteries need replacing. It needs six and you've got five, so out comes the lead light with the blown bulb that you forgot to replace when you dropped it last time you used it.
Socket sets? You have a bolt in a recess so a long series item is required. No problem cos you've got one, however, the body is too big to enter the recess, and the one that will go in is too short!! :angry-tappingfoot:
Fun, ain't it?
I could, of course, start on the state of the Nation, Foreign Aid, our representatives in the HoC and our Masters in the EU, but then I would be ranting as opposed to just having a moan!!!
On a positive note though, it is nice, when visiting the town, to hear a few other people speaking in a language I can understand :thumb:
There now, I feel better. Got to go, Matrons coming. :old:
Post by: MartinW on February 18, 2014, 20:30:29
So, I too spend some time hoovering. Or more accurately, with the thing upside down and some scissors chopping away at the wig remains so that the brush rotates again.
I've even been abroad for a week or more and found my wife's hair in my pants when I've gone for a pee. I didn't mention it when the airline check-in person said "are you carrying anything that belongs to anyone else?".
Post by: hookie on February 18, 2014, 20:33:41
Quote
There now, I feel better. Got to go, Matrons coming
Now be a good boy, smile at Nurse Ratched and just keep taking the tablets... or at least pretend to and spit them out when she's gone.
Post by: Juvecu on February 18, 2014, 20:35:43
Post by: Tusker on February 18, 2014, 20:37:46
Post by: StromGeeza on February 18, 2014, 20:38:25
Quote from: "MartinW"
I've even been abroad for a week or more and found my wife's hair in my pants when I've gone for a pee.
Blimey, she must have long hair!
lol
Post by: 2112 on February 18, 2014, 20:38:59
Quote from: "Tusker"
the only long hair in my life is either from my back or pubic region !!!
Waaayy to much information :-x
Post by: Descolada on February 18, 2014, 21:21:01
Bizzarely these things are ordered through Suzuki Gb but then passed to a local 'participating dealer' for despatch - which is Redcar Motorcycles. Really, that's the closest they could manage? We have some Suzuki dealers this side of the borders as well you know :angry-tappingfoot:
These calipers are just sitting here waiting, damn, they've even been resprayed!
Post by: tallpaul on February 18, 2014, 21:37:45
Quote from: "Descolada"
I'm still waiting for my brake caliper pistons to arrive from Suzuki and they are taking forever.
Brakes must be binding on the delivery van! :lala:
I'll get me coat... Taxi!
Post by: Juvecu on February 18, 2014, 21:40:36
Post by: Brockett on February 22, 2014, 23:37:36
Why ... well call this reason number 2589.
This happened last week .....my wife is complaining that her car won't pull.
I go with her for a test drive
It's her car and she drives it.
We get to the bottom of a hill and she slows in top gear to fifteen miles per hour and then floors the pedal.
The car groans but hardly accelerates
"Maybe", I suggest, " you should change down to third"
"Don't be silly" she says, "I want to go faster not slower".
I start to explain what the gearbox is for and how the engine works etc. but she gets all huffy and I call it a day and go back to mine.
oh yes and reason number 2023 was when she read in her handbook that the car needs a service every 9,000 miles or every 12 months. She does about 15,000 miles per year and as there seems to be a choice, she chooses to have it service every year .
"Because it's cheaper".
She will not accept any other interpretation of the service interval requirement.
So far 68,000 mile on the clock
She has all the charm and tact of a Vogon. But Hello I didn't buy the car and I won't be paying for a replacement.
Post by: Jacko on February 23, 2014, 07:41:48
Post by: Juvecu on February 23, 2014, 09:08:14
Much like Jacko believing bike manufacturers know best so why would he need to mod anything :neen:
Post by: tallpaul on February 23, 2014, 10:07:57
Quote from: "Jacko"
Sounds like your wife is what is commonly known as a 'woman'. That'll be your problem Dave, start there.How true! lol
Post by: 2112 on February 23, 2014, 10:08:49
Quote from: "Jacko"
Sounds like your wife is what is commonly known as a 'woman'. That'll be your problem Dave, start there.
lol lol lol True !
Post by: Jacko on February 23, 2014, 10:43:05
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Much like Jacko believing bike manufacturers know best so why would he need to mod anything :neen:
This again? :)
OK, I don't think manufacturers know best, but they have put a lot of time, money and effort into the R&D of that particular bike, so I'm under no illusions that I'm better equipped to second guess that research by dropping yolks and lifting the rear and changing the exhaust etc.
Secondly, my point is, and always has been, that if you buy a bike, and then need to set about changing everything because it doesn't suit you, then you bought the wrong bike. Need to lower it? You bought a bike that's too tall. Need to alter the seat because it's too hard? You bought a bike with a seat that's too hard.
Luggage for trips, heated grips for winter riding, huggers, mudguard extenders, crash bungs etc. are all add-ons, that enhance and widen the bikes' use. But changing things that it already has is different, however, some like to do this, I just like to ride. :)
Post by: SnowStrom on February 23, 2014, 18:03:30
Quote from: "Jacko"
dropping yolks
Sounds messy ^^
I'm sick of riding in the bloody wind, just did 140 miles of fighting to keep my bike upright and in the one lane.
Post by: MartinW on February 23, 2014, 18:05:18
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
... fighting to keep my bike upright ...Where you in a Petrol Station then?
Sorry ! :shy:
Post by: SnowStrom on February 23, 2014, 18:11:38
Post by: Juvecu on February 23, 2014, 18:15:18
Post by: SnowStrom on February 23, 2014, 18:18:50
Post by: mr_diver on February 23, 2014, 19:08:10
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Have you got a fork brace, Snow? :shrug:
that's not going to stop the thing falling over" :shrug:
Post by: Andy M on February 23, 2014, 19:27:55
I've only fallen off an outfit once.
Andy
Post by: SnowStrom on February 23, 2014, 20:26:21
Post by: mr_diver on February 23, 2014, 20:27:08
Post by: ProfG on February 23, 2014, 21:17:10
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Hahaha! :D Fair point, well made (although it's not just petrol stations, I have dropped my bike in a variety of locations :D)
These will be useful (http://www.ebay.co.uk/sch/I.html?_trksid=p2050601.m570.l1311.R3.TR10.TRC0.A0.H1.Xbike+stabiliser&_nkw=universal+bike+stabilisers&_sacat=0&_from=R40) and could help.
:thumb:
Post by: Firestorm on February 23, 2014, 21:30:41
(http://i105.photobucket.com/albums/m224/sidecareditor/2011_04260091.jpg)
Post by: Jacko on February 23, 2014, 21:32:07
Post by: 2112 on February 24, 2014, 06:46:41
Quote from: "Jacko"
Versatile bike. There's a name in there somewhere.
is it 'Tiliss' :shrug:
Post by: Andy M on February 24, 2014, 18:11:40
Falling off an oufit can be achieved in two ways. I went for the kerb in the snow trick. While mucking about doing doughnuts, sorry I mean testing winter tyres, one finds a 6-inch high kerb and strikes it with both bike wheels at about 15 mph. Due to hanging off trying to get the front wheel to point where you'd like to go, the left leg will rapidly cease to be hooked over the seat allowing the driver to continue after the motion of the outfit has ceased. Said motion ends in a snow drift.
Plan B involves a Panther. This should be variously prodded over and fully kicked with the choke and decompressor in every possible position but throughout with the ignition off. This continues until the rider becomes exhausted and walks away in disgust. Owners of smaller displacement machinery such as Enfields and XBR's will then volunteer to have a go. Switching the ignition on and giving the Cleckheaton Calamity a *****y good but ill timed kick results in a massive bang, a three foot flame, lots of smoke and a driver projected towards the handlebars. When said hard and pointed equipment contacts softer and more delicate equipment about the drivers trousers area he will slowly fall off.
I was unable to take photos from the snow drift and any I'd taken of the Panther boys would have been ruined by the hysterical laughter shaking me.
Andy
Post by: Jacko on February 24, 2014, 18:39:48
Post by: tallpaul on February 24, 2014, 18:46:36
Post by: SnowStrom on February 24, 2014, 19:16:08
Post by: Andy M on February 24, 2014, 19:23:06
1. The most destructive war in terms of loss of human life was the Taiping Rebellion. One lot of Chinese killing another with 19th Century weapons for years and years may have less overall effect for now, but they should get it right.
2. Global wars did not start in 1914. We've been trying to kill Frogs, Dagos, Krauts, Cloggies and the odd Yank in warmer climes since good Queen Bess declared she could murder a fag.
3. 'I do not know with what weapons World War III will be fought, but World War I've will be fought with sticks and stones' is Albert Einstein quoting a letter send by an unknown person to Harry S Truman. Churchill and who ever else the journalist want to accredit it to are highly unlikely to be that person. The quote is any case wrong, the fourth world war had already happened (see above)
Pedant mode off.
Andy
Post by: mr_diver on February 24, 2014, 22:11:04
ah well what's the worst that can happen seeing as I'm working on my own all day :obscene-drinkingchug:
I will have to give myself a stern talking to in the morning :crazy:
Post by: Seigi on February 25, 2014, 12:55:27
I've got a lovely big, cast iron knocker there which if you use will shake the entire house and someone will answer, instead you insist on tapping with your index finger on the actual door, making a noise that only a bat would hear and then posting your little slip through the door saying "Sorry, we missed you!".
This really infuriates me, when postmen don't even attempt to get a response from the people that live at the house and would much rather write out a little slip, I was expecting a CPU heatsink today as mine's bearings have worn out and thus I'm stuck using a 6 year old laptop which struggles to even watch YouTube videos without lag. :groan:
Post by: Jacko on February 25, 2014, 13:25:58
Post by: tallpaul on February 25, 2014, 15:07:45
Post by: Juvecu on February 25, 2014, 21:48:49
Post by: Jacko on February 25, 2014, 21:59:03
Post by: tallpaul on February 25, 2014, 22:01:32
Sorry, that was poor even by my low standards! :groan:
Post by: JRS81 on February 25, 2014, 23:00:46
If it's royal mail, it's not so bad as there is a local depot that's open at hours that make it possible for most people to get to before or after work. If it's another company, chances are you have to travel a bit further to collect the item as they don't have such local depots. The worst one I've encountered was DX secure, who failed to deliver my passport which I needed in a hurry (I was at home all day). The opening hours of their depot are not very helpful, especially considering it's over 30 miles away, and they don't even offer the option of a Saturday delivery! To make it worse, it's very difficult to speak to an actual person. I had to resort to mashing random buttons on the phone to confuse the system and put me through to a human as they don't provide the option to go and collect on the automated phone system.
Best delivery company by far is DPD. They let you know the expected arrival time first thing on the delivery day and even allow you track the progress of your driver on a map online. Pity nobody else offers this service - it really can't be that tricky or costly these days!
Post by: Seigi on February 26, 2014, 00:04:57
Post by: Andy M on February 26, 2014, 06:56:43
I've asked Royal Mail to simply save their legs and just bring the card, but it's beyond them. The parcel companies are better, I've got them trained to leave stuff in the green house.
Andy
Post by: Jacko on February 26, 2014, 06:59:23
Post by: Andy M on February 26, 2014, 07:15:59
Quote from: "Jacko"
Not allowed to just bring out a card, we have to attempt delivery, it's what the customer has paid for.
Not within your control I know, but actually I have paid to get my parcel. I will do some work for them in providing a way to do this that saves them money (which they can then use to improve their pay, or stop shareholders ruining them or whatever), but while the inflexible and annoying habits continue I will buy from companies that use DPD. Why did they set up the sticker on the door = take it back to the office if they aren't going to do it?
Andy
Post by: Jacko on February 26, 2014, 07:24:37
We can't not do what we've agreed to do, our contract is with the person who paid for delivery, we have to attempt to deliver. We offer a collection service if you weren't in, we offer a redelivery service either over the phone or online, where you can specify the day of redelivery if you don't want to/can't come and collect. It's fairly flexible as it is.
Post by: ProfG on February 26, 2014, 07:48:59
No attempt at delivery and no card, yet on the site it says they attempted delivery.
2nd delivery there is a card which has no phone number, no contact details and no way of chasing up your delivery but it does clearly say the next delivery attempt will be on such and such day and date. OK, so you stay at home ALL day, sitting in the front room looking out the window with your front door open and the glass porch door closed so the delivery man will know you are in. Does he come? Like feck he does. Again, no delivery man, no card yet on their site it says he attempted delivery. It must have been to another planet in his drug infested brain.
I have a cctv camera so I can record whoever comes near the house and no delivery bastard is recorded but on their site it says that he attempted delivery. Bullshit.
As for cards, it may be more hassle to write it than deliver the parcel but I think they write them out first thing in the morning then just drive and drop the cards through the letter box to save them the hassle of delivering the parcel. At least with the RM or ParcelFARCE buggers you can collect 24 hours later from their depot. 24 hours? What happened to the 2 or 4 hours?
Castrate the whole lot of them
Rant definitely NOT over.
Post by: Gassoon on February 26, 2014, 09:02:55
Post by: Jacko on February 26, 2014, 09:45:28
And yes, they sit at the fitting pre-filling cards out so they can leave a load of massive boxes on their fittings, and get the sack for not taking the mail out, they all do it, after all it's only a job, they could walk into another tomorrow.
I'm in the position of seeing it from both sides, I order stuff, sometimes it takes longer than I think it should, sometimes I have to go and fetch things from work because I'm not in, because I'm at work, standing on the doorsteps of other people who aren't in. I also hear 'he didn't knock' 40 times a day when in the callers office, when we know they all knock because it's not in their interest not to. Unless, of course you believe they leave all your mail at the depot for an easy day.
Anyway, I'm done now, it's all been heard before and will be again I'm sure. Meanwhile RM announce record profits so they must be doing something right.
Andy.
Post by: ProfG on February 26, 2014, 10:21:53
Jacko, there were two points made there. The first about 24 hours was directed at RM/PF. The second about prefilling the cards was for private couriers. There is no way that a courier could have come over, knocked on my door and waited for me to open the door. I have seen them (from my upstairs window) coming over, knocking and walking off after they have left the card. For all the 5 seconds that it would take me to walk to the front door to open it, they have walked off.
YES, they will prefer to just leave the card because it means they do not have to wait for me to open the door and accept and sign for the delivery. Multiply this 100 times during the day and the fellow is home 3-4 hours early.
Like I said, my next door neighbour is a postie and he usually opens HIS door and accepts my deliveries without even being asked to and he does have some stories to tell, I tell you.
Post by: Penfold on February 27, 2014, 20:24:03
Post by: mr_diver on February 27, 2014, 21:48:16
if they don't digitally log a delivery - eg get it signed for at the correct address/location (GPS tracking used) it won't be added to their individual tally for the day. same goes if they deliver it 2 streets away.- wrong address = no point added
if they mark it as attempted delivery and no one answered card left and they are at the right address/location they still get a point as they logged it and tried to deliver--- it's not their fault no one was home- but as has been mentioned, they walk up to door, knock once, hit button saying attempted, but no answer- instant point in the shortest possible time. :angry-tappingfoot:
move on to next drop.
many of the sub contractors will not get paid unless they attempt/deliver 150 packages a day over a set route, more loads are allowed but minimum drops must be done or no pay for them. :shrug:
you wonder why they don't give a shiyt :text-datsphatyo:
Apparently DHL only pay for correctly delivered packages (slightly lesser tally target) when using sub-contractors but subies' don't like this system. :shrug:
so your better getting/sending packages with DHL than some others. :violence-smack:
Post by: Jacko on February 27, 2014, 22:05:08
Post by: Seigi on February 28, 2014, 00:23:42
Next time I see him I'm going to see what firm he's working for and send the respective firm an email about his performance, hopefully get him some good credit ;p
Post by: ProfG on February 28, 2014, 07:52:29
That may be so as you said because he just wants something to do. Do not even mention those twats myhermes. It should've been my herpes. They are true :text-datsphatyo:
The son of a bitch claimed to have tried to deliver, but Hello, guess what, no card although he claimed to have left a card. Effing twat. NO CARD.
Next day there is a card but no contact number, however, he says he will attempt to deliver the following day. He puts the day and date of the following day on it and I take the day off work. Penfold, I DO NOT go out to the shop of the cafe or anywhere else. I sit in the front room looking out the EFFING HUGE bay windows with the front door open and the inner glass porch door closed so the fecking twat knows I am in. Does he arrive? Like feck he does but on their website he says he attempted delivery at a particular time. Where was I at that time? Sitting in the front room waiting for this :text-datsphatyo: to arrive. Is there a card Ofcourse not.
The cnut has not bothered his arse to even drive past, let alone attempt delivery. Now more than two weeks after ordering and paying for the goods, I have not received it, the fecking cnuts do not reply to emails as it is the sender that is responsible and the sender just says that it is my fault that I was not in. :wtf:
I've had yodel do the same when I ordered a mountain bike which again did not arrive, and no cards were left. Eventually I got my money back from Argos and told them that I'd never purchase anything from them as long as they used these :text-datsphatyo:
Conscientious workers my arse :violence-smack:
Post by: Gassoon on February 28, 2014, 08:28:45
Quote from: "Jacko"
This is the future folks, rushed drivers on little pay who are performance paid. TNT 'top boy' systems may even mean you don't get any work the next day if you don't rush around like a twat all day, they pick the best performers from the previous day and give them the days work, on minimum wage and zero hour contracts. Modernisation? Yeah, right...
:clap: Exactly what is happening. And the poor grunts on the ground end up taking the flak as if it is entirely a personal dailing on their part. I think I've mentioned before my dad was a Regional Secretary of the UPOW (or whatever it was before the U of Comm Workers) and I remember him fulminating angrily about just this, predicting how things were going to be very accurately (I just nodded and said 'Yeah, dad' - as you do!), but he was exactly right...and the bullshitters are still telling us everything is better! ###
Post by: Jacko on February 28, 2014, 09:39:36
I don't know what the answer is, but I do know this, if we're not careful we'll all be caught up in a race to the bottom. This benefits no one other than shareholders, not the workers and certainly not the customer, the experiences voiced on here prove that. Expect more corner cutting and downright lies by drivers who have been given unattainable goals on pay that would barely keep a small family above the poverty line.
Post by: ProfG on February 28, 2014, 09:52:39
Again, I fully concur with what you say regarding being an organised work force.
Post by: Seigi on February 28, 2014, 10:45:00
Quote from: "ProfG"
^^^
That may be so as you said because he just wants something to do. Do not even mention those twats myhermes. It should've been my herpes. They are true :text-datsphatyo:
Oh no, don't get me wrong, at my previous address there was countless times they'd 'tried to deliver and couldn't', I even distinctly remember looking out my bedroom window down to the car, and seeing him flinging boxes around the car to reach mine (At my old house we had a really long private drive which they had to drive up to get to my house, made finding my house a pain although we got free pizza's on numerous occasions from dominos because they couldn't find my house, haha :p but I digress, they would have to park right outside my house and that's how I saw).
Other times they'd leave a card without a number and I had to go online, onto my tracking information send an email to hermes asking who my local courier was to get their number.
Post by: JRS81 on February 28, 2014, 20:41:28
That said, if DPD was not an option, I would go for RM just because of the convenience of their depot...
Post by: Jacko on February 28, 2014, 21:56:40
Post by: Ptarmigan on March 01, 2014, 11:03:16
They've tried twice already this week but I've been travelling.
They keep sending me text messages to say when they'll be here, but when they come I'm not in.
I called last night when I got home and pointed out they're bringing me a new smartphone, because the one I have doesn't work, and therefore I cannot receive or respond to their texts.
So they're making it a special case and delivering on a Saturday (to help me out)......and they'll text me a delivery window this morning!
:groan:
Post by: MartinW on March 01, 2014, 11:10:13
Post by: Ptarmigan on March 02, 2014, 09:42:42
So it's back on the phone (good job I kept the landline) to the sender then, who can't do anything until Monday.
.......another day of my life lost to some inept moron who I'm effectively paying for their incompetence!
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: SimonW on March 02, 2014, 09:52:58
Post by: gcram on March 05, 2014, 20:20:29
I know they are on borrowed time, but what on earth will they do with the one minute saved?
Post by: MartinW on March 05, 2014, 20:22:42
Post by: Jacko on March 05, 2014, 20:23:39
Post by: MartinW on March 05, 2014, 20:24:23
She was the fifth best singer in the Spice Girls and he was the fifth best player at Real Madrid (I was probably a bit generous there). They are now famous for being married, so why the kids have to be mega-stars too is beyond me.
Post by: tallpaul on March 05, 2014, 20:43:58
Post by: Sharpy on March 06, 2014, 12:32:45
Got a rear bicycle wheel listed, its listed as spares only as it "the shape of a pringle", as in buckled and egged. A chap bids, then asks if it can be repaired, it says at least twice in the listing that this is for "spares only", the he comes back with "shit didn't think it was that bad, please remove my bid."
I mean come on, can these people not read!!! :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: 2112 on March 07, 2014, 17:48:00
Quote from: "Sharpy"
Are people on eBay mostly morons? Or just complete idiots?
Sadly yes, most people on ebay seem to be a bit 'special'. I tyre (Americanism filter...) of answering questions that are already answered in the description. What size are they ? What colour are they ? Does it come with the bit it's photographed with ? I'm tempted in the future just to advertise something with pictures only...
Post by: Juvecu on March 07, 2014, 17:50:35
Post by: Gassoon on March 10, 2014, 08:28:57
Post by: Gassoon on March 14, 2014, 11:30:29
Sinc they've been covered before (probably), I have reduced my weeks moaning to a list:
1. politicians
2. estate agents
3. solicitors
4. potholes
5. dog-shit on paths
6. oh - and birds that perch in trees and shit on windscreens (right chavs!)
7. the price of ram-balls
8. cold-callers
Post by: Firestorm on March 14, 2014, 12:46:57
Post by: medic5 on March 16, 2014, 21:21:46
19c this afternoon, Boxhill and Newlands Corner were packed with bikes. :) :)))
I know not a moan.... :rain:
Post by: MartinW on March 16, 2014, 21:25:25
Post by: Juvecu on March 16, 2014, 21:57:50
Post by: tallpaul on March 17, 2014, 06:55:05
Quote from: "Juvecu"
Only if I can feed them lots of sugary sweets so they go hyper and then send them home with their parents. My wife even does this with her sister's kids. It's hilarious as they don't want to eat or sleep and one of them is already quite hyper without the sugar. With the sugar he goes into warp factor 9 :grin:I'm not a squeamish person and have no problem thinking that water boarding is an acceptable form of information gathering, but giving sugar to a hyper child? Man, that is just too cruel! lol
Post by: mr_diver on March 17, 2014, 08:25:07
Was funny watching it buzz around the room though.
Post by: Gassoon on March 17, 2014, 08:43:04
Quote from: "mr_diver"
I once had a pet rat that licked the coffee rings on a coaster on my desk. Poor little thing didn't come down for best part of a week.
:shock: lol Classic! :grin:
Sorry - not a moan (only because the week has barely started though.... :GRR:
Post by: nicksr on March 19, 2014, 20:33:24
These were duly ordered, up to the point I got to postage and packaging........£15.00 bloody pounds to post :angry-tappingfoot:
Order was subsequently cancelled, an hour into an internet search I found the same bars with free postage from motorbikes&parts :lala:
Post by: 2112 on March 20, 2014, 19:48:53
Post by: Juvecu on March 20, 2014, 21:18:38
Post by: SnowStrom on March 21, 2014, 16:41:21
Post by: 2112 on March 21, 2014, 22:16:16
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Keep left unless overtaking, is it really that bloody hard :GRR:
Sadly, it would appear so. There seems to be a hardcore of motorists that simply will not move over to let traffic past. The best bit is the histrionics you get when you pass them on the inside :text-datsphatyo:
Post by: Jacko on March 22, 2014, 07:16:26
Post by: SnowStrom on March 22, 2014, 10:23:55
Also: why does it always seem that lorries pull out to overtake each other going uphill? The second a lorry pulls out on the M40, lane 3 loses 20-30mph. Grrrr!
Post by: Andy M on March 22, 2014, 14:47:45
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Also: why does it always seem that lorries pull out to overtake each other going uphill? The second a lorry pulls out on the M40, lane 3 loses 20-30mph. Grrrr!
Just about any truck hits the limiter on the level, unladen ones do it up hill as well. If you are going to hit 56 before big brother stops you, taking the chance that the bloke in front is not only limited to 53 but also has a big load and a small engine is actually the second least antisocial thing you can do. Drivers hours laws mean a half dozen of these *****y overtakes avoids sitting in a lay by 5 minutes from home for half an hour.
Blame the politicians, they should either ditch the speed limiters and tachos or ban overtaking by anything that needs one. Then the truck schedulers would stop using a 56 mph average for their work loading.
We also need to thank all the truck drivers who ignore their 40 mph limit on derestricted single carriageway. If they started to obey that one there would be a lot more hassle.
Andy
Post by: 2112 on March 22, 2014, 16:37:29
Quote from: "Andy M"
We also need to thank all the truck drivers who ignore their 40 mph limit on derestricted single carriageway. If they started to obey that one there would be a lot more hassle.
Agreed, what a stupid law. Is it supposed to increase the likelihood of an accident ?
Post by: SnowStrom on March 22, 2014, 17:24:36
/flees
Post by: MartinW on March 22, 2014, 17:30:54
Post by: Jacko on March 22, 2014, 17:41:27
Post by: Juvecu on March 22, 2014, 22:33:01
Quote from: "Andy M"
We also need to thank all the truck drivers who ignore their 40 mph limit on derestricted single carriageway. If they started to obey that one there would be a lot more hassle.Love it when they ignore it when I'm in the car. Hate it when they do it if I'm on the bike. Since I'm almost never in a hurry when I'm in the car I'd prefer if they stuck to the 40 limit when they should so that there's more opportunity to safely pass when I'm on the bike.
As for trucks passing each other, as far as I'm concerned they can all get the automatic following speed stuff installed that's in the newer Mercedes cars. If one is doing 52 mph the rest can tag along with no need to overtake or to worry that their speed limiter is 0.1 mph faster than the truck on front of them. Having 2 lanes slowed down to <50mph on a 3 lane motorway is a PITA, not to mention dangerous because every idiot tries to get into lane 3 without regard for oncoming traffic.
:GRR:
Post by: Andy M on March 23, 2014, 06:57:15
Quote from: "MartinW"
Ban them from lane 1 too, they can do their 56 miles an hour at night :neen:
Every freight company would claim they had to pay drivers more so the price of groceries would rise. There would also be loading and unloading stuff to deal with as small companies in mixed iindustrial and residential areas cannot work at night.
Asda run at 40 mph to save fuel. They deliberately route cross country to save more. By only using their own vehicles they control the loading and unloading slots they can do this. These savings are part of how they sell so cheaply. Would you rather be stuck at 40 over the snake pass or pay 30p for a can of beans?
Selfishness and a lack of joined up thinking is what got us here in the first place. We did have a basically functional long range rail plus local delivery system. The time to build up a full train load was not accepted which is why we now have these trucks at all. If you want to buy strawberries at £2 a box in January you have to accept that the motorway is a work place.
The fact they let part timers into such a work place without training them to deal with traffic conditions is scary. Trucks only doing 56 is not a reason to cut into lane 3. It is about as unexpected as snow in January, but that stops them too doesn't it.
OT a mate who drives and has done oversize loads, nuclear waste that sort of thing is now trying and failing to recruit drivers for a really nasty job. Double money, short hours and no takers who can get any other job. What is so bad? Driving the school special lol
Andy
Post by: MartinW on March 23, 2014, 08:45:12
I know Lorry Drivers have a hard time and it isn't something I would want to do. But those that creep an overtake on a hill are very selfish. At least if you are selfish in a car/bike it's all over in 10 seconds and not 3 minutes.
I still applaud them for some of the three point turns they manage to do and how they swing a lorry through a U-turn on one of Swindon's tiny roundabouts - much respect for that.
Post by: 2112 on March 23, 2014, 09:52:24
Quote from: "Andy M"
What is so bad? Driving the school special
Ha, my mate Billy used to be a coach driver (not bus driver you hear) and had the indignity of being put on a school run for a week. The route was subsidised and not free for kids (only 20p) and was open to adults too. On day one a spotty yoof of about ten gave Billy a £20 note for his 20p fare, Billy then had to scrabble around to find the change and ended up having to use his own money, no apology just a cheeky smirk from the little scrote. This whole £20 note thing went on all week, Billy was not one to be messed with and went prepared on the Friday. When the said yoof boarded the bus he presented his £20 note to Billy with a cocky smile. Billy cheerfully handed the yoof his ticket and his £19.80 change in a carrier bag full of 2p pieces... Game over.
Post by: SnowStrom on March 23, 2014, 12:17:51
EDIT: Although in keeping with the title of this thread, how a schoolkid has £100 a week is beyond me. I didn't have folding money til I started working in the local chippy at 16!
Post by: 2112 on March 23, 2014, 15:58:38
Another great story Billy tells from his coaching days was about a mechanic who was always late for work. This feller was a great mechanic and had been at he firm for years so got a bit of slack from the management as he was a top bloke, you just couldn't get him through the doors for 08:00. One day the boss had had enough and as our man saunters in at quarter past 8 in the morning he has a right go at him in front of all the staff. After the tirade subsided the lad casually apologised and said he was late because he had been burgled last night. Shocked the boss asked "did they get much?" to which the mechanic replied "no - only the alarm clock" and walked on by... Class.
Post by: Juvecu on March 23, 2014, 23:13:29
Post by: 2112 on March 24, 2014, 18:18:09
Post by: SnowStrom on March 24, 2014, 18:47:53
Getting annoyed with flashy signs indicating we should all be doing 50mph because of some unspecified danger, only for there to be absolutely bog all requiring 50mph. Is someone in the control centre bored and fancies watching on the CCTV cackling as everyone slows down for no reason?
Of course once I realised it was the usual 'nothing to see here' I carried on proceeding at pace... only to end up doing 52mph in lane 3 as 2 lorries were asthmatically trying to pass another uphill near junction 5....
Post by: MartinW on March 24, 2014, 20:08:53
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 24, 2014, 21:28:17
Post by: MartinW on March 30, 2014, 10:05:37
Maybe she will tour again in 2049 or something?
Post by: Gassoon on March 30, 2014, 14:21:04
Old topic but a good one: the weather today in the north-east of England is crap. Foggy, cold, drizzly while everywhere else (except Scotland) the BBC have organised decent weather. :GRR:
Post by: medic5 on March 30, 2014, 14:25:57
Post by: Chris Graves on March 31, 2014, 21:05:39
Looked at UK websites that provide a facility for purchasing LHD cars and offloading unwanted RHD cars. Then looked at reviews regarding same. Hmmmm. If it looks to good to be true it usually is to good to be ture. Maybe just look at selling RHD car next time we are in UK and buying LHD over here. Hmmm since when have illuminated vanity mirrors and cupholders been a significant search criteria? BHP, MPG or equivalent, torque. I'm fast coming to the conclusion that I am a resident of a world that I am not suited to live in.
Currently trying to jump through all the hoops to get the Wee registered in France and get the weeny little Honda insured.
Honda took my money no problem to insure the bike and then after a fortnight said that that they did not recognise my UK antecedents and said "We already got one and we fart in your general direction and you can't have any NCB"
Several increasingly vehement email exchanges ensue and, much to the amazement of my French friends (few that they are) I got all my money back.
I have now been dedicating my life to pursuing internet insurance offers. Bearing in mind that I am 63 years old and have had a full unlimited licence since before I was 18 years old, with only 3 points on it from last year's momentarial orgasmic blow out on the ZZR, 11 years NCBN on bikes and 9 years NCB on cars, I reckon I'm a reasonable risk. Apparently not so: 529€ (from a website by bikers for bikers) and 389€ from the brokers that do our house and buildings content insurance.
Maybe I should be like the friend of a friend down here with a VMax. It's not taxed,tested, insured , or anything and he's been riding for the last several years ?
I just don't go with that philosophy, I'd be nicked within 50metres of my back gate and I think you have to be legal to ride.
I'm pissed and I just hope that what I have type make sense
Post by: MartinW on March 31, 2014, 21:12:32
Quote from: "Chris Graves"
I just hope that what I have type make senseAll except that last line as it happens lol
Post by: Tusker on March 31, 2014, 21:14:37
Post by: Jacko on April 01, 2014, 07:37:55
Roll on winter.
Post by: mjc506 on April 01, 2014, 08:49:44
Quote from: "Jacko"
Spring is here, Northamptonshire on Sunday, bikes everywhere, wobbling about, all loud and in Your face. With all of that comes the obligatory Police, saw 2 manned speed traps (the speed gun on a stick type) in quick succession, more than I've seen all winter. Boooo...Too true.
Roll on winter.
We need a 'I ride all year' sticker that gets us away from all those fair weather pansies :neen:
Post by: mr_diver on April 01, 2014, 08:53:37
Post by: Gassoon on April 01, 2014, 09:08:08
Quote
with only 3 points on it from last year's momentarial orgasmic blow out on the ZZR,Unlucky! I didn't know you get points for that!
With that kind of luck, get insured etc :) (That would be me as well...)
Winter has returned up here, not a sign of the fabled yellow sky-orb the elders reminisce about, as we crouch round out hearth fires. :GRR:
Post by: JRS81 on April 01, 2014, 20:20:18
Quote from: "Jacko"
Spring is here, Northamptonshire on Sunday, bikes everywhere, wobbling about, all loud and in Your face.
I got swarmed by a bunch of idiotic power rangers on Sunday. Coming out of West Bay I was stuck behind a big 4wd that was following a bicycle. There were cars parked on the left and a steady stream of traffic coming down the other way so no chance to overtake safely, especially considering the cyclist up front passing all the parked cars. Suddenly a whole load of power rangers swarmed around me and started trying to squeeze between the 4wd and the oncoming traffic (including several aborted overtakes). To make it worse they all kept on beeping their horns as if there were any way that anyone could give way to them. You could see all the car drivers they encountered were getting pissed off with them, and I was getting rather fed up with them too. If they're pissing off fellow bikers, they must be really pissing off the other road users and residents around there. It's people like them that are going to get bike meets down there banned which would be a big shame as it's a nice ride out and a nice place to be on a sunny summer Sunday!
Post by: JRS81 on April 03, 2014, 13:46:05
Post by: tallpaul on April 03, 2014, 14:05:53
Post by: Jacko on April 03, 2014, 14:45:23
Post by: Descolada on April 04, 2014, 11:36:53
Quote from: "MartinW"
People who are sat at home all day doing nothing (while I am at work despite feeling crap) who cannot be bothered to try and get me some Kate Bush tickets.
Maybe she will tour again in 2049 or something?
I saw Kate Bush the one time she toured in the UK, was in Oxford at the time. Memorable :old:
Post by: Hilldweller on April 04, 2014, 15:38:09
Quote from: "2112"
Quote from: "Andy M"We also need to thank all the truck drivers who ignore their 40 mph limit on derestricted single carriageway. If they started to obey that one there would be a lot more hassle.
Agreed, what a stupid law. Is it supposed to increase the likelihood of an accident ?
I think it's an kinetic energy thing. As most know the energy is ½mv².
1 tonne car at 40 = 0.5 * 1 * 40 * 40 = 800
1T car at 60 = 0.5 * 1 * 60 * 60 = 1,800
30T HGV at 40 = 0.5 * 30 * 40 * 40 = 24,000
30T HGV at 60 = 0.5 * 30 * 60 * 60 = 54,000
So someone said let's reduce the trucks to 24000 energy to limit damage in a crash.
What they did not consider is all the crashes caused by frustrated motorists overtaking.
Post by: frez on April 04, 2014, 15:47:04
Post by: Juvecu on April 05, 2014, 11:04:53
Post by: Andy M on April 08, 2014, 17:50:40
Amazon sellers who use Yodel :text-datsphatyo:
Andy
Post by: ProfG on April 08, 2014, 18:00:04
Quote from: "Andy M"
Yodel :text-datsphatyo:
Amazon sellers who use Yodel :text-datsphatyo:
Andy
+ 250,000,000,000,000
and eBay sellers that use Yodel and My hermes. Should be herpes 'cause that's what they are :text-datsphatyo: :text-datsphatyo:
Post by: AndyJOxford on April 08, 2014, 20:57:06
I am a newbie to the world of the Strom and this site and loving it!
This thread is great, made me realise I have officially aged enough to be classed as a grumpy old man, and I am loving it!!
So here is my first whinge!
I am hearing and seeing more and more adverts for an 'app' for your 'smart phone' (these are a source of never ending whinges for a later date) called 'Hive'
With this master app you can control your heating when you are not at home, WHY!?!?!
Can anyone explwin to me why on earth I would want to pay to control the heating of an empty house? I have a perfectly good timer that makes sure the heating comes on when I want it too!
Apparently British Gas are now promoting this gadget, call me cynical but is this so they can increase their already huge profits by encouraging more people to heat empty houses?
Post by: Jacko on April 08, 2014, 21:01:26
Post by: medic5 on April 08, 2014, 21:03:50
But hay still a good film :clap:
Post by: AndyJOxford on April 08, 2014, 21:29:19
will I ever be able to take the immortal words 'Broadsword calling Dannyboy' seriously again??
oh I expect I will manage to a few more times yet, even if it is only to annoy the wife!!
Post by: StromGeeza on April 08, 2014, 22:00:11
Quote from: "Descolada"
I saw Kate Bush the one time she toured in the UK, was in Oxford at the time. Memorable :old:
I knew a girl called Kate who let me see her Bush...
Memorable :old:
Post by: user650 on April 08, 2014, 22:01:04
Post by: tallpaul on April 08, 2014, 22:20:25
Quote from: "user650"
Has Christmas finished or what ? because I'm still seeing signs about the sales, lazy that's what it is.DFS always has a sale on...
Post by: Juvecu on April 08, 2014, 23:33:04
Post by: MartinW on April 09, 2014, 06:26:26
Quote from: "Juvecu"
How many times has the answer to "why did you buy this/that?" been "because it was on sale"?In my case, never. Except mabye the odd CD.
Post by: tallpaul on April 09, 2014, 08:01:48
Post by: Ptarmigan on April 09, 2014, 08:29:41
If sellers offer this customers should have the right to buy one at half (rather than three quarters) of the price.
Post by: Ptarmigan on April 09, 2014, 08:31:38
Quote from: "MartinW"
Except mabye the odd CD.
Presumably Kate Bush? (I always thought she was odd!) :neen:
Post by: frez on April 09, 2014, 10:47:30
Post by: Andy M on April 09, 2014, 17:52:33
Quote from: "AndyJOxford"
Hi All
With this master app you can control your heating when you are not at home, WHY!?!?!
?
Does it give the option of locking the heating off when the wife has all the windows open? If so I want it. I don't usually give a stuff about global warming except when I'm paying for a square mile of it :angry-tappingfoot:
Andy
Post by: tallpaul on April 09, 2014, 18:59:32
Post by: 2112 on April 09, 2014, 19:38:24
P.S. Anyone want a secondhand 2800 litre oil tank by the way ? Could make a large topbox with some work ?
Post by: Jacko on April 09, 2014, 22:00:16
Post by: MartinW on April 09, 2014, 22:12:02
Even more on the Twin Sparks and Glee's.
Post by: Firestorm on April 09, 2014, 23:23:06
Post by: medic5 on April 12, 2014, 20:26:00
As well as when the first Mosquito aircraft crashes during training the two RAF officers watching from the ground get in their vehicle to rush to the crash scene. The vehicle they get into is a post-war first designed in 1948 Land-Rover. :teasing-blah:
Post by: Andy M on April 12, 2014, 20:50:05
Just enjoy the mosquito's and Ron Goodwin score and ignore the rest.
Andy
Post by: Robotstar5 on April 12, 2014, 22:05:05
I'll get me anorak :)
Post by: SimonW on April 12, 2014, 22:20:34
Post by: 2112 on April 13, 2014, 05:44:30
Post by: Andy M on April 14, 2014, 18:47:13
Quote from: "2112"
Work - in at it all weekend, bugger.
It's the second worst choice available.
Leeds council put speed bumps down my street. They are two inches tall at the crown and slope down to fire engine gaps that could take a pump escape either side. So long as no one buys a lowered Ferrari they can all still do 50 in a 30 and the tax payers thousands is well spent on a set of slides for a safety presentation at the next council meeting :GRR:
Andy
Post by: 2112 on April 14, 2014, 18:58:02
Quote from: "Andy M"
Leeds council put speed bumps down my street.
I was in Blyth last week looking at a new connection job and I nearly got stuck on top of one ! It's the biggest speed hump I've seen and it's anything but subtle. You have no chance of navigating it in anything remotely lowered. The local old people's home must love having that on the doorstep.
Post by: 2112 on April 17, 2014, 12:15:55
Post by: Andy M on April 21, 2014, 20:14:11
Bread I made this morning, half a pound of fresh white stilton , a third of a bottle of port still to go and Vaughn Williams on the radio headphones while my missus watches her soap operas, I might have something to post :)
Andy
Post by: TLPower on April 21, 2014, 20:38:29
Quote from: "Andy M"
Did any of you lazy what's it's bother to start the Not the MOG thread?
Bread I made this morning, half a pound of fresh white stilton , a third of a bottle of port still to go and Vaughn Williams on the radio headphones while my missus watches her soap operas, I might have something to post :)
Andy
Being a fellow Yorkshireman, I should be able to understand this, alas you must have drunk more than you think.
Put away the bread knife. Now.
Post by: hookie on April 22, 2014, 10:19:17
Post by: tallpaul on April 22, 2014, 10:52:15
Soap operas. The real reason why a woman's work is never done...
Post by: 2112 on April 22, 2014, 19:23:38
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Soap operas. The real reason why a woman's work is never done...
True lol
Post by: tallpaul on April 22, 2014, 19:35:10
Quote from: "2112"
But don't say I said so!
True ::):
Post by: 2112 on April 24, 2014, 19:54:03
Post by: Abercol on April 25, 2014, 13:28:06
My current pet rant: You may recall my lovely Mrs says Here's £10k, go buy another bike....so far so great you'd think, what a grand lass, wish my Mrs was like that etc. etc....
Then we HAVE to buy a new lounge suite (my fault, I broke the old one!) - that'll have to come out of the £10k, so £6.5k left..hmmm, alright, I can still get summat decent I thought.
Then come home yesterday to find a bloke measuring up the driveway gate for the replacement she's ordered (some feckwit pranged into it in the snow and its bent to buggery) - that'll be another £1k off, and, by the way, the new lounge suite colour doesn't go with the old furniture so she's ordered up a load of oak stuff, another £1k off.
So, I now have £4.5k for a new bike...new...haha. :angry-tappingfoot: Best get out and buy one pronto before she finds something else ...that money's really burning a hole in her pocket.
Post by: Juvecu on April 25, 2014, 22:14:12
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on April 26, 2014, 00:10:33
Post by: Jacko on April 26, 2014, 07:24:50
http://www.pinterest.com/101woonideeen/ ... furniture/ (http://www.pinterest.com/101woonideeen/101-diy-pallet-furniture/)
Post by: Hilldweller on April 26, 2014, 11:25:49
What is it with this forum's editor that it think it know English better then I do ?
I type cold joined up and it changes it to cold.
I type A W E S O M E joined up and it becomes brilliant.
How do I turn this sh$t off ?
Post by: Jacko on April 26, 2014, 14:17:54
Post by: tallpaul on April 26, 2014, 16:53:31
Edit: for heaven's sake, it even preempted my work around! Bah!
Post by: Andy M on April 26, 2014, 17:02:14
Andy
Post by: tallpaul on April 26, 2014, 17:06:14
Post by: Hilldweller on April 26, 2014, 19:38:43
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Brian, as an olde farte you shouldn't be using such words.
As an olde farte I shouldn't be riding a Strom, I should have pipe, slippers and a mobility scooter.
Well feck that.
Feck, FECK. Only the Irish can get away saying that.
Post by: tallpaul on April 26, 2014, 19:41:39
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
Feck, FECK. Only the Irish can get away saying that.You need to change your user name to Father Jack Hackett!
Post by: Fat Rat on April 26, 2014, 20:39:52
'Can I get' I hear this more and more from people old enough to know better :GRR: To put into context, at a shop counter, 'Can I get a large coffee'? No mate, the bird behind the counter gets that, it's her job, you can have!
'In Store' or even more likely to make my head explode 'instore'! That is not a word for feck sake, we do not have 'Stores' in the UK, we have Shops :violence-smack: What's next, 'the latest variation of x product. inshop now' ????
It's fecking gibberish!!!! :old:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on April 26, 2014, 21:01:35
Post by: tallpaul on April 26, 2014, 21:11:20
Quote from: "UK_Vstrom650"
'Chiller section' in supermarkets... :angry-tappingfoot:What else would you call them?
Post by: MartinW on April 26, 2014, 21:13:16
Quote from: "tallpaul"
What else would you call them?Fridge Area !
Post by: tallpaul on April 26, 2014, 21:18:44
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
I may have posted these before (that leaves an opportunity for someone to moan about duplicate posting).I agree with your examples above. Another example that irks me is when someone asks to "lend" something from you as opposed to borrow! Having said that I am open to the fact that our language evolves. Call someone a gay tosser back in the 1950s and it was a person who was happily throwing something. These days the term means something altogether different, and it's not an Americanism, it is entirely British!
'Can I get' I hear this more and more from people old enough to know better :GRR: To put into context, at a shop counter, 'Can I get a large coffee'? No mate, the bird behind the counter gets that, it's her job, you can have!
'In Store' or even more likely to make my head explode 'instore'! That is not a word for feck sake, we do not have 'Stores' in the UK, we have Shops :violence-smack: What's next, 'the latest variation of x product. inshop now' ????
It's fecking gibberish!!!! :old:
Post by: Jacko on April 26, 2014, 22:25:05
When school teachers appear on telly and say 'free' instead of 'three' it's time to batten down the hatches and live out your life taking no notice of anything more.
Post by: Juvecu on April 26, 2014, 22:30:52
Post by: Andy M on April 27, 2014, 07:45:40
Quote from: "Juvecu"
While we are on the subject: people that say "can I" when they should say "may I" :GRR:
Some may mean it.
The correct answer to "Can I get a bag of chips" is "I don't know, what are your chip making skills like"
Simples :angry-tappingfoot: :neen: ### lol
Andy
Post by: Abercol on April 28, 2014, 10:16:27
Quote from: "Abercol"
My current pet rant: You may recall my lovely Mrs says Here's £10k, go buy another bike.... I now have £4.5k for a new bike...new...haha. :angry-tappingfoot: Best get out and buy one pronto before she finds something else ...that money's really burning a hole in her pocket.
I wholeheartedly retract my last statement. My Mrs is a lovely lady and I am a wrong'one for bad mouthing her in any way at all, and no, her bum doesn't look big in that...
No lads, she didn't read my post and subject me to a weekend hell of visiting relatives (you haven't tasted my mother-in-laws "food", it should all be stamped unfit for human consumption).
My lovely lovely lass went and gave me £10k on Friday night, out of the blue, all sorted, cash in my bank account. Told to go buy myself a nice bike but don't sell the Vee. And, getting the gate fixed was so that the drive would be more secure for when my new bike is here. :)))
Top lass, never said a bad word about her... :shy:
Happy Days. :obscene-drinkingchug:
Post by: Hilldweller on April 28, 2014, 10:33:18
Quote from: "Jacko"
When school teachers appear on telly and say 'free' instead of 'three' it's time to batten down the hatches and live out your life taking no notice of anything more.
You must love all the missing "T"s these days. You'd fink T woz ard wouldn you.
I'm from Manchester we know how to speak properly in Manchester.
Post by: tallpaul on April 28, 2014, 12:36:37
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
I'm from Manchester we know how to speak properly in Manchester.Am sayin' nowt, sithee!
Post by: Jacko on April 28, 2014, 13:32:29
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
Quote from: "Jacko"When school teachers appear on telly and say 'free' instead of 'three' it's time to batten down the hatches and live out your life taking no notice of anything more.
You must love all the missing "T"s these days. You'd fink T woz ard wouldn you.
I'm from Manchester we know how to speak properly in Manchester.
Regional accents are fine, and to be encouraged. Folk who can't be bothered to say the correct word because there's one that rhymes with it that takes less effort to say is different.
They may think it makes no difference but it does, I had a conversation about films with our middle son that went like this:
Him, 'Four Two is out soon'
Me, 'What?'
Him, 'Four Two' (with a look that suggests I'm an idiot)
Me, 'What's that then?'
Him, 'The sequel to Four'
Me, 'Ohh.. Thor!'
Him, 'Yes, that's what I said'.
I give up.
Post by: tallpaul on April 28, 2014, 13:47:40
Quote from: "Jacko"
Regional accents are fine, and to be encouraged.That's an interesting point, Jacko, but I'd say it's a fine line between lazy English and an accent. I've never met a Cockney who says "think", it's usually pronounced "fink" . As for my witisism above, excluding the sithee part, that is how I speak. I have a broad Rochdale accent and proud of it. It isn't the way I type though, but in the interest of regional integrity I may start doing!
Post by: JRS81 on April 28, 2014, 14:21:39
Quote from: "Jacko"
Regional accents are fine, and to be encouraged.
All of them? Are you sure about that? Even the Essex accent from which words like 'fink' instead of 'think' and 'free' instead of 'three' originate?! I'm all for the Northern accents though - me mam is a Geordie after all!
Post by: SimonW on April 28, 2014, 15:18:23
Quote from: "Jacko"
I give up.I blame the parents... :) (http://www.sherv.net/cm/emoticons/4th-july/smiley-lights-fireworks.gif)
Post by: Hilldweller on April 28, 2014, 15:25:33
Quote from: "Jacko"
I give up.
That's what bikes are for. Perfect peace and harmony. At one with the world.
Unless you are dumb enough to buy an intercom.
Post by: Gassoon on April 28, 2014, 15:38:15
Quote from: "JRS81"
I'm all for the Northern accents though - me mam is a Geordie after all!
Nivvor!...Haddaway man!
I should of [now that is annoying!] guessed from the avatar :grin:
Post by: Hilldweller on April 28, 2014, 15:38:33
Quote from: "tallpaul"
I have a broad Rochdale accent and proud of it.Sally. Salleeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee.
Didn't do her any harm.
Nor Jon Anderson ( almost Rochdale ), who even manages to sing in a Rochdale area accent which is odd because regional accents seem to vanish when singing.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ItV5h3Arl5M
Post by: ajduggie on April 28, 2014, 18:42:03
To rub it in, I keep being prompted that updates are available for the damn things.
To be fair, they're not causing me a problem as its up to me whether or not to use them, but it's frustrating not to be able to control my own phone.
Also bought some two-pack filler. In keeping with Plastic Padding, you get half a hundred weight of filler and about two ounces of hardener. It never bloody works out, and if you try to buy more hardener it costs almost as much as the original pack. :angry-tappingfoot:
And another thing -why is the toll charge at the Dartford river crossing going up again, when at one stage it was decided that the toll would be removed completely? Admittedly, it IS Free for bikes, and after 10:30pm for all vehicles, but I reckon a high percentage of congestion on both sides is caused by delays at the toll booths. I consider that I own at least one lane of the M25 going by the number of times I have used it since it opened. Greedy B#####ds ###
Post by: Hilldweller on April 28, 2014, 19:57:01
Quote from: "ajduggie"
Bought an unlocked smartphone, but it's got several APPS that I don't want and will never use, so, into the menu to set about getting rid of them only to find I can't
Basically the phone is protecting itself from idiots. It comes with a basic set of apps and they are locked. I think you can disable them.
To actually get rid you have to "root" the phone, that is enable you becoming a "super user" who can do anything include destroy the phone. So google "root" plus your phone type. It may or not be possible for your phone and there is a risk.
Post by: Andy M on April 28, 2014, 20:08:40
Quote from: "JRS81"
Quote from: "Jacko"Regional accents are fine, and to be encouraged.
ll!
The Preston double negative is fun
Does tha not want a cuppa tea then?
If I'm thirsty is the correct answer yes or no?
Andy
Post by: tallpaul on April 28, 2014, 20:28:37
Quote from: "Andy M"
Depending on how you feel it's "yes I don't" or "no I do"... probably...
The Preston double negative is fun
Does tha not want a cuppa tea then?
If I'm thirsty is the correct answer yes or no?
Andy
Post by: ajduggie on April 28, 2014, 21:38:26
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
To actually get rid you have to "root" the phone, that is enable you becoming a "super user" who can do anything include destroy the phone. So google "root" plus your phone type. It may or not be possible for your phone and there is a risk.
Thanks for the tip Hilldweller. I think I'll leave well alone! Its just that I prefer not to have a load of useless clutter on phones or computers. I've got more than enough of that in my garage :thumb:
Post by: Jacko on April 28, 2014, 22:08:47
Post by: Juvecu on April 28, 2014, 22:45:08
On the accents thing: you talk as wrong and in any accent that you want, but that doesn't carry over into how you write in English. Just because you can't pronounce things properly doesn't mean you shouldn't write them properly :neen:
Post by: gixerpaul on May 03, 2014, 22:04:35
Post by: Juvecu on May 07, 2014, 10:20:17
Post by: SimonW on May 07, 2014, 10:33:24
And using it to advertise everything from margarine to tampons!
Post by: Abercol on May 07, 2014, 11:59:26
Post by: Juvecu on May 07, 2014, 12:01:53
Post by: Descolada on May 07, 2014, 12:06:22
Post by: Jacko on May 07, 2014, 12:30:10
Post by: Andy M on May 07, 2014, 18:07:29
Not only do I get asked about the diving, acting and debating society, but when you tell them the balls the wrong shape and you want a violent game played by gentlemen not the other way round, the locals here assume you are on about the pass & fall-over lot where the world cup is between Bradford and Wigan.
Andy
Post by: Firestorm on May 07, 2014, 18:15:34
Post by: MartinW on May 07, 2014, 21:10:46
Post by: mr_diver on May 07, 2014, 23:48:24
I'm not a fan of rugby either, not since I got sent off in every game in Yr9 in school for taking out the captain of the opposition within the first few mins... the coach told us to neutralise the leaders of the other team... I was just doing as I was told, I thought unconscious was the best way to keep him out of the way :shrug: I was playing in the sixth form squad and they were bigger than me :shy:
I don't get tennis... like, it's one toff hitting a ball at another toff... surely the winner in that situation should be the person who looses more graciously?
Post by: SimonW on May 08, 2014, 00:01:25
Post by: 2112 on May 08, 2014, 17:56:21
It's for the car not bike by the way.
Post by: Jacko on May 08, 2014, 19:40:41
Post by: 2112 on May 08, 2014, 21:29:57
Post by: Jacko on May 08, 2014, 22:36:03
Post by: V-Twin on May 09, 2014, 16:24:51
Quote from: "MartinW"
Nobody is worth £250,000 per week.Oih. Speak for your self.
I won't get out of bed for anything less.
Post by: tallpaul on May 09, 2014, 16:26:48
Quote from: "V-Twin"
Lend us a tenner then. Or are you STILL in bed?! lolQuote from: "MartinW"Nobody is worth £250,000 per week.Oih. Speak for your self.
I won't get out of bed for anything less.
Post by: V-Twin on May 09, 2014, 16:40:09
Post by: Andy M on May 09, 2014, 16:50:23
Quote from: "V-Twin"
Quote from: "MartinW"Nobody is worth £250,000 per week.Oih. Speak for your self.
I won't get out of bed for anything less.
Now if she was paying you to stay in bed, that'd be something to boast about :neen:
Andy
Post by: medic5 on May 09, 2014, 18:53:07
Oh, some on here might think washing is a two person job, but I use the lawn mower,..... :lala:
Post by: Andy M on May 09, 2014, 20:00:56
(I think this is some sort of industrial infection, seems to stop a lot of things happening when you'd like to them to )
Andy
Post by: SnowStrom on May 12, 2014, 00:09:56
Post by: Gassoon on May 12, 2014, 08:33:34
Any vaguely 'scientist' or 'expert' now seems to have been trained to do this: it's a form of identifiying themselves as an expert in the same way that t%*ts of consultants wear bow-ties to distinguish themselves from mere doctors.
I'm not talking about ordinary use of 'so' as a preface - but interview contexts only.
So...those who do it can f*&k off! ###
Post by: tallpaul on May 12, 2014, 08:38:16
Where's me coat? The taxi's outside...
Post by: Jacko on May 12, 2014, 09:04:17
Post by: Gassoon on May 12, 2014, 09:13:20
You're right jacko, I'm sure it'll pass...I'd better not get too apoplectic or I'll feckin pass before that trend does! Anyway, that's my Monday morning old git moan oot the way!
Post by: Jeff999 on May 12, 2014, 10:06:22
Post by: Jacko on May 12, 2014, 10:20:40
'It's absolutely the right thing to do.'
Post by: SimonW on May 12, 2014, 12:04:43
Post by: Hilldweller on May 12, 2014, 12:05:57
Quote from: "MartinW"
+6 = Nobody is worth £250,000 per week.
I am.
Trouble is convincing someone else of this.
Post by: Gassoon on May 12, 2014, 16:50:01
Quote from: "Jeff999"
So. It's the new "Absolutely" and I hated that.
Exactly! And 'Extraordinary' off of the BBC... :GRR: [I laid a bit of bait there for old git moaners]
Quote
Jacko said: Who's this...?
'It's absolutely the right thing to do.'
Cameron?? or Clegg?, or both.................... ### aarghhh!
You'll get me banned ;-)
Post by: TLPower on May 12, 2014, 18:24:13
I am sick of hearing " We were all like talking and then I said like listen to this......"
Makes me seethe.
Post by: MartinW on May 12, 2014, 19:15:54
Post by: Hilldweller on May 12, 2014, 19:38:24
Quote from: "TLPower"
Without reading every single post in this thread, may I introduce my hatred of the use of the word "like" in every single utterance of a teenager.
So, is it like you resent what teenagers have or like you're so living in the past ??
Post by: Ridaz on May 12, 2014, 21:22:42
Another thing that winds me up... I travel through Leeds train station a lot and most mornings when a busy train arrives, all the ants queue up to use the escalators and then proceed to walk up them when there is a perfect set of stairs right beside the escalators that go unused. The very nature of escalators is so that you do not have to walk up surely!
Post by: mr_diver on May 12, 2014, 22:07:42
Post by: Gassoon on May 12, 2014, 23:16:46
Quote from: "Ridaz"
The very nature of escalators is so that you do not have to walk up surely!
Right! But don't call me surely :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: TLPower on May 13, 2014, 06:01:13
Quote from: "Gassoon"
Quote from: "Ridaz"The very nature of escalators is so that you do not have to walk up surely!
Right! But don't call me surely :angry-tappingfoot:
Have you ever seen a grown man naked?
Post by: tallpaul on May 13, 2014, 06:57:59
Quote from: "TLPower"
Sadly yes, on the battlefield trip thread. I've been mentally scarred since.Quote from: "Gassoon"Quote from: "Ridaz"The very nature of escalators is so that you do not have to walk up surely!
Right! But don't call me surely :angry-tappingfoot:
Have you ever seen a grown man naked?
What a day to quit sniffing glue...!
Post by: mr_diver on May 13, 2014, 08:26:16
Post by: Fat Rat on May 18, 2014, 11:47:35
:)
Post by: Jacko on May 18, 2014, 13:58:43
Post by: Tusker on May 18, 2014, 14:03:21
Quote from: "Ridaz"
how about.... "I'm not bring funny but..."
Another thing that winds me up... I travel through Leeds train station a lot and most mornings when a busy train arrives, all the ants queue up to use the escalators and then proceed to walk up them when there is a perfect set of stairs right beside the escalators that go unused. The very nature of escalators is so that you do not have to walk up surely!
AHHH but its assisted speed walking,, you are going to get where you are going quicker....
If that matters to you :crazy:
Post by: cpjs on May 20, 2014, 13:11:01
I thought this would be third time lucky, wrong.
We rode 400 miles to go to Wales instead, beautiful ribbons of tarmac in good condition filled with caravans and camper vans and solid white lines. Came home two days early, France next time.
Post by: Juvecu on May 20, 2014, 22:58:04
Post by: Jacko on May 21, 2014, 09:35:33
Post by: medic5 on May 21, 2014, 16:28:49
(Probably see this by the IP address ).....
Post by: Jacko on May 21, 2014, 16:43:49
Post by: Chris Graves on May 21, 2014, 20:26:18
Post by: cpjs on May 24, 2014, 08:13:49
Post by: skinny5216 on May 24, 2014, 19:47:25
Post by: Brucey on May 24, 2014, 21:01:09
auto spell-check that makes you re-do deliberate spelling mistakes
poor grammar and punctuation
it really does matter and is nothing to do with language evolving
or evolving language
lack of manners (like from anyone)
The amount of time it takes to make spell-check let you make all of the irritating all-too-common irritations shown above. (Turning traffic into trafic takes real determination. Try it!)
I feel so much better now. Thanks for the opportunity. This thread is going to be a larf. (Or lard as spell-check would have it)
Post by: tallpaul on May 24, 2014, 22:53:34
Post by: SnowStrom on May 25, 2014, 08:52:15
Post by: SausagesDad on May 25, 2014, 09:52:11
Post by: TLPower on May 25, 2014, 09:59:38
It's what makes us so special.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 25, 2014, 19:16:31
Post by: SnowStrom on May 25, 2014, 21:01:55
Jeff999, I'm still coming up on Tues for the Sat Nav, I'll jist be turning straight round from Durham and heading back the same day. Moan moan 9 hours on the bike whinge whinge etc.
Post by: Holmsey on May 26, 2014, 16:47:19
Post by: MartinW on May 26, 2014, 16:51:00
Post by: SnowStrom on May 26, 2014, 17:37:40
I could never be a lesbian I'm afraid, I don't understand women any more than you lot do, and most women get right on my tits (but not in that kind of way ^^)
Post by: MartinW on May 26, 2014, 17:40:49
Post by: Locky on May 27, 2014, 10:11:12
Post by: MartinW on May 27, 2014, 10:13:25
Post by: tallpaul on May 27, 2014, 10:42:22
Post by: Hilldweller on May 27, 2014, 11:04:52
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Jeff999, I'm still coming up on Tues for the Sat Nav, I'll jist be turning straight round from Durham and heading back the same day. Moan moan 9 hours on the bike whinge whinge etc.
There is a new(ish) invention called POST you could try.
Are you blonde ?
Post by: Hilldweller on May 27, 2014, 11:07:45
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
I could never be a lesbian I'm afraid, I don't understand women any more than you lot do, and most women get right on my tits (but not in that kind of way ^^)
Problems with men.
Problems with women,
You need a bike.
Oh, you've got one. That's alright then.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 27, 2014, 12:18:24
Quote
There is a new(ish) invention called POST you could try.
Are you blonde ?
But the postie won't fit it for me :(
Tallpaul: fear not, I've made that mistake before, NEVER AGAIN
Post by: Holmsey on May 27, 2014, 12:31:34
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Just to bring back the grumpiness, marriage is the first step on the road to divorce! Don't do it!
I only got married because it was costing too much money on ladies of pleasure.
Now after 23 years of married it's costing me but none of the pleasure lol
Post by: Hilldweller on May 27, 2014, 13:19:19
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Quote
There is a new(ish) invention called POST you could try.
But the postie won't fit it for me :(
Ah, I see, but have you asked ? It's not rocket science.
Post by: Debbie on May 27, 2014, 20:20:42
People driving who know they're about to do something annoying, do it and then put their hand up as a way of an apology....NO! It does not make it OK and I do not accept your hand as an apology! Don't f***ing do it in the first place! :violence-smack:
4x4 drivers: always seem to find them along a narrow road totally incapable of going over the verge so two vehicles can pass each other....IT'S A F***ING 4X4!! It's a lot higher off from the ground than my vehicle, and if you know how to use it, it's a lot less likely to get stuck than mine!! Oh, that's right, you didn't buy it to go off-roading, you bought it to make you feel invincible and intimidate others....
Funny one...woman (blonde) in a black Range Rover at a flooded crossroads debating whether to drive through. I ride across on my Gixer, going up the hill I look in my mirror and she's still sat there having her silent debate....! :violence-rocket:
Post by: tallpaul on May 27, 2014, 20:31:44
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
Ah, I see, but have you asked ? It's not rocket science.I can see how that one would pan out. "Can you fit my Sat Nav?". "No, I'm a brain surgeon. I post letters as a hobby. Go away in short jerky movements. (Or words to that effect)."
Post by: Hilldweller on May 27, 2014, 21:15:23
Quote from: "tallpaul"
"Can you fit my Sat Nav?". "No, I'm a brain surgeon. I post letters as a hobby. "
Such is the world today that is entirely possible. There are many top earners who lose their jobs or just quit before they lose their minds.
IT/electronics has suffered a lot. Big boom/bust of the dot com years and now it's so easy to do a web site that's loads out of jobs. And then places like Indian all doing contract programming at a fraction of our costs.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 27, 2014, 21:38:44
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
Ah, I see, but have you asked ? It's not rocket science.
I went out with a rocket scientist in my early 20s, he's in the US working for NASA now.
I probably could have hamfistedly fitted it myself Hilldweller, but it wouldn't have been neatly done with cut to length wiring all properly soldered and with heatshrink tape on it. Plus I wouldn't have met Jeff999 who is great fun with a wicked sense of humour and top tea making skills. Well worth the 452 mile round trip :)
On a moaning related note: Debbie - YES. All of that!!
Post by: Debbie on May 27, 2014, 21:39:37
Post by: Jeff999 on May 27, 2014, 21:41:28
Post by: MartinW on May 27, 2014, 21:42:39
Post by: SnowStrom on May 27, 2014, 21:47:30
It was nice making it back without at least one victory lap of a roundabout while I ponder which exit I want ^^
Post by: Hilldweller on May 28, 2014, 10:38:50
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
I probably could have hamfistedly fitted it myself Hilldweller, but it wouldn't have been neatly done with cut to length wiring all properly soldered and with heatshrink tape on
There you go, first mistake "cut to length". Always better to have a bit of spare on the side.
But you are now equipped................
............ to be taken through farmyards and goat tracks.
I think GPS is a great thing but if you don't have a map in your mind, if anything goes wrong you are stuffed. Like we were trying to go through Gstaad. Dead simple, follow the main road. WRONG. Main road closed for roadworks. So right through the middle. WRONG. Middle closed for roadworks. The GPS just took us round in circles. Signs were less than helpful and in the end MAP got us out of there. Lovely place, bit out of our price range I think.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 28, 2014, 10:53:16
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
Quote from: "SnowStrom"I probably could have hamfistedly fitted it myself Hilldweller, but it wouldn't have been neatly done with cut to length wiring all properly soldered and with heatshrink tape on
There you go, first mistake "cut to length". Always better to have a bit of spare on the side.
Well I assumed that would go without saying. There's plenty of spare all neatly stashed and tied out of the way.
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
But you are now equipped................
............ to be taken through farmyards and goat tracks.
No ta, B-roads are my limit ^^
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
I think GPS is a great thing but if you don't have a map in your mind, if anything goes wrong you are stuffed.
Agreed, if I was going anywhere completely new, or in Forrin Parts I'd take a paper map as back up.
Post by: Gassoon on May 28, 2014, 11:13:23
Quote from: "Hilldweller"
if anything goes wrong you are stuffed. Like we were trying to go through Gstaad. Dead simple, follow the main road. WRONG. Main road closed for roadworks. So right through the middle. WRONG...
You should've Pm'd me - I live in Gtesheed :shrug:
Post by: Ridaz on May 28, 2014, 15:12:29
Post by: SausagesDad on May 28, 2014, 16:58:16
Post by: Brockett on May 29, 2014, 21:50:20
I BLOODY HATE BEING OLD. Especially that old.
Post by: MartinW on May 29, 2014, 21:54:34
Post by: DiviDoris on June 03, 2014, 15:15:55
Apostrophe - a sign used to indicate the omission of one or more letters, or to indicate the possessive case.
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
Following ST7 which proved to me how useful it is to have Comms on the Bike (and also a bit of fun) I have bought a few Radio's.... Radio's... The Radio's... ... you will need one of these Radio's
I realise the radios are yours Mr Rat but this is not what is meant by possession
Oh and inconsistent use of the apostrophe as well
Thread title " More Bike to Bike Radios"
Yours sincerely
The Apostrophe Police :neen:
Post by: Jacko on June 03, 2014, 15:40:56
Post by: TLPower on June 03, 2014, 15:48:15
Quote from: "Jacko"
Keen, that one... :)
Very.
I've' 4gott en whe're to put um though. fanks
Post by: DiviDoris on June 03, 2014, 15:56:18
Post by: TLPower on June 03, 2014, 16:01:49
Post by: DiviDoris on June 03, 2014, 16:17:08
Post by: Fat Rat on June 04, 2014, 07:37:18
Post by: Hilldweller on June 04, 2014, 10:17:50
Quote from: "DiviDoris"
Incorrect use of the apostrophe :violence-smack:
The Apostrophe Police :neen:
I know how you feel but you are doomed. I go on one forum where they ban people for picking up bad spelling, the idea being that it's better to get an idea across that have perfect old school English.
Thanks to today's schools, Text, TV and internet, English of the last century is an endangered species.
Yud be__er ge_ used 2 it.
Post by: Jacko on June 04, 2014, 12:16:11
Post by: Juvecu on June 04, 2014, 13:53:24
You can not understand "text speek" without knowing the real language behind it to some extend.
Post by: Hilldweller on June 04, 2014, 15:01:08
Quote from: "Jacko"
Language is constantly evolving, has been in, like, ever...
Whereas grumpy old men just get grumpier.
Take RAP. I'd rather drill out my ear drums with a Dremel than listen to that.
And trousers. I didn't get where I am today by having my trousers hanging off my arse displaying my underpants. What is this, an open invitation to buggery ?
Post by: Mel on June 04, 2014, 15:09:04
Post by: Brockett on June 04, 2014, 19:10:21
Quote from: "MartinW"
I was surprised you were still moving Dave :haha: :neen:
I had to keep moving because I had nowhere to sit due to there being a big scary giant in my Hobbit Hutch, :angry-tappingfoot: posing for a Fatrat photo-shoot.
Post by: MartinW on June 04, 2014, 19:52:51
Post by: Fat Rat on June 06, 2014, 16:09:07
Post by: TLPower on June 06, 2014, 16:28:39
Spitting as well, are they marking their territory?
Quite revolting.
Post by: MartinW on June 06, 2014, 17:10:23
I am reading this with "one's hand's stuck down inside one's grundies".
:neen:
Post by: tallpaul on June 06, 2014, 17:28:20
Quote from: "MartinW"
::):What you get up to in your spare time is your business! lol
I am reading this with "one's hand's stuck down inside one's grundies".
:neen:
Post by: TLPower on June 06, 2014, 19:02:13
Quote from: "MartinW"
::):
I am reading this with "one's hand's stuck down inside one's grundies".
:neen:
I'm terribly sorry Martin, I really didn't think my ramblings would have that effect.
I sincerely hope you washed your hands before using the computer. Others may not appreciate your "scent" on the keyboard.
Dirty boy.
Post by: Beaky on June 11, 2014, 17:12:52
Why do some people insist on using a cubicle for a pee, THEN PISSING ALL OVER THE SEAT !
Do this at home do you !!
Post by: Beaky on June 11, 2014, 17:14:50
Why can you not double flush when you have a floater !
Post by: Holmsey on June 11, 2014, 19:12:45
Quote from: "Beaky"
On the subject of dirty boys:
Why do some people insist on using a cubicle for a pee, THEN PISSING ALL OVER THE SEAT !
Do this at home do you !!
My two sons do .... Especially when they are drunk :-x
Post by: SnowStrom on June 11, 2014, 20:24:18
Quote from: "Beaky"
Why do some people insist on using a cubicle for a pee
But... I'd get in trouble for not using a cubicle! :)
Post by: wunwinglow on June 14, 2014, 21:22:47
Anyway.....
Mud guards that are fashion statements. And people who pull over to block you when you are filtering. Sorry if these have been mentioned before, but I don't think my Perindropril would cope with my blood pressure if I read all the thread...
Tim
Post by: Juvecu on June 14, 2014, 21:40:00
Post by: cpjs on June 16, 2014, 08:34:16
Nephew. blah....blah.... that's Great
Me (in a superior way ). Great is a very powerful word, what do you say when something is even better ?
Nephew. Legend.
Bugger.
This is more irritating than a 9 year old . I AM NOT AN AMERICAN AND DO NOT NEED MY WORDS CHANGED.
I do not want to say the word brilliant ( bright, shiny and sparkling) as it is not exactly descriptive of the average youths vocabulary.
CHRIST ALMIGHTY ! I am going to and lie down with a copy of The Olidie.
Post by: Fat Rat on June 17, 2014, 11:45:37
Post by: Jacko on June 17, 2014, 12:28:38
Post by: cpjs on June 18, 2014, 08:06:29
I point to the large bumper and tow bar on the back of my van and tell him that was about to be used to ram his car out of the way, blank stare. He then drives off.
This is in a private car park with a large sign.
While I am here.
People who use pop, only, just or 10 minutes when talking to me about my work.
Post by: TLPower on June 18, 2014, 13:01:14
Also while I'm here, local councils and landowners not pruning or cutting back trees along the roadside. Hiding roadsigns and forcing large vehicles over the centre of the road or you risk losing mirrors.
It is especially lethal turning right at "T" junctions not to be able to have a "view" either way as the trees and hedges are at cab height. A large loaded vehicle takes an awfully long time to set off from a standing start, so don't be too surprised if you see one lumbering across the road.
I was going to mention checking warning signposts for junctions when out riding, but they are all covered by overgrown hedges and trees. :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: SnowStrom on June 20, 2014, 08:56:22
Post by: Jacko on June 20, 2014, 09:07:50
Post by: JRS81 on June 20, 2014, 09:21:30
Post by: TLPower on June 20, 2014, 14:35:50
Do you southern commuter types still wear bowler hats, pin stripped jackets and carry brollies?
Post by: bigpie on June 20, 2014, 15:38:14
Also skip wagon drivers.
Post by: JRS81 on June 20, 2014, 16:14:14
Quote from: "TLPower"
I think she did notice, but thought "what an absolute shower, not offering me his seat".
A seat? No chance. I've been working in that London for 3 years now and I don't think I've ever had a seat in the morning!
Post by: Timmo on July 06, 2014, 18:48:02
Post by: TLPower on July 06, 2014, 21:36:50
Post by: MartinW on July 06, 2014, 21:39:56
It better be good. :GRR:
Post by: Holmsey on July 06, 2014, 23:04:49
Quote from: "MartinW"
So there's a new Pink Floyd album,
It better be good. :GRR:
+1 for that ..... They could have left it a few months before saying anything.
Post by: Brockett on July 10, 2014, 21:30:37
And, of course, I hate other people's idea of music.
YouTube.
I hate it when there is a bike video over which modern, post rock, drum and bass ( YUK) washes out the sound of the engines and human voices.
Eurosport.
Production team of the BSB programmes ( first against the wall when the revolution comes)
they plaster music (huh!) over the voice giving the starting grid line up and later the results of the race.
Fearing that what they say will be of no interest they drown in with junk noise.
ITV4
TT report programmes do at least wait until the closing credits before shoving "King of the Mountain" at us.
Although it's getting a bit boring.
BBC
A "history of Britain" programme on the TV now and they are playing background music over the voice of Simon Sharma (talking about the black death)
They fill in the empty spaces with a cacophony of sound just to make sure we have no room to think.
Should l carry an old cassette player around with me and turn in on whenever someone speaks to me or I to them?
Post by: TLPower on July 11, 2014, 06:08:21
The afternoons are far more civilised on radio 4, only enhanced by the Archers theme at 14.00 and 14.15.
While (or is it whilst) I'm at it, the adverts come on, bam, noise level through the roof.
Post by: Jacko on July 11, 2014, 07:17:20
Chris Tarrant stands in for Steve Wright sometimes. Chris Tarrant is a dickhead.
Post by: tallpaul on July 11, 2014, 07:38:49
Quote from: "Jacko"
Chris Tarrant stands in for Steve Wright sometimes. Chris Tarrant is a dickhead.Sounds like a straight swap then...
Post by: StromGeeza on July 11, 2014, 09:37:07
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Quote from: "Jacko"Chris Tarrant stands in for Steve Wright sometimes. Chris Tarrant is a dickhead.Sounds like a straight swap then...
lol
Post by: Abercol on July 11, 2014, 11:04:40
I go into the outside lane, indicate, yes folks, I'm taking the third exit, turning right.
Bloody moronic young lady in the inside lane does not indicate, hangs slightly back to ensure she is in my blind spot and also turns right to take exit 3 . If I did not ride a bike then we would have had an accident. I did an over shoulder look in my car (force of habit) and there she was in my blind spot, zooming up on the inside as I was indicating left and moving into the exit from the roundabout...I had to brake hard to let her pass me, she then sat at 25mph in a 40 zone brushing her hair... ### ### ###
Saw her do something similar on the offramp 4 miles later, pulled in front of a truck at 70 odds, slammed on brakes down to below 40 before moving onto the offramp - FFS that's what the bloody offramp is for!! The truck driver blasted her and lit up his lights like an xmas tree, but she clearly didn't give a stuff. I am hoping she'll collect a Darwin award before she breeds (but also hope she doesn't take any innocent bystanders with her).
Post by: Big Rab on July 16, 2014, 21:56:19
thakfully he`s on Holiday for two weeks ,so it all go on the music front. yehaa!!
Post by: Steve Rowden on July 21, 2014, 22:47:58
I'd like to strangle those who once they find out I ride a bike tell me how DANGEROUS it is!
Of course it is idiot! I wouldn't be half the person I am if I was wrapped in cottonwool as the health and safety mob want.
That's another gripe. The health and safety executive. I told the h&s rep at work that I'd line the whole lot of them up against a wall and machine gun them. He doesn't talk to me anymore.
Steve r
Post by: zimcruza on July 21, 2014, 23:38:17
Post by: JRS81 on July 23, 2014, 21:20:32
The second is tourist season. I have nothing against tourists, they're welcome to come and spend money and keep the area alive. I love it down here and I'm happy to share but....
...why the feck do they all think that 20mph is an acceptable speed to be travelling on a national speed limit road?! My favourite roads have been ruined by the councils surface dressing and the rest are clogged up with dozy slow grockels!! :GRR:
Post by: Juvecu on July 23, 2014, 22:38:57
Quote from: "Steve Rowden"
I'd like to strangle those who once they find out I ride a bike tell me how DANGEROUS it is!My favourite reply is: "About 50% of motorcycle accidents are caused by car drivers." That usually shuts them up pronto :)
Post by: Jacko on July 23, 2014, 22:50:55
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 27, 2014, 12:22:09
Popped out yesterday teatime, had yo get fuel first. Went to my regular Texaco Co-op station, about 200 yards from home.Waited behind a woman who put a tenner in, she moved off. Dismounted, picked up the nozzle, stuck it in tank, waited for pump to reset............. and waited..............then a member of staff appeared at the kiosk door and said"can you take your helmet off please". No was the not unsurprising reply. It's like Shell 30 years ago all over again. I pushed the bike away from the pump, and went in to ask what the problem was. "Policy." "I put 20 quid in the same bike every week, never been asked this before. Have you got a contact number for me to speak to someone?"
Lad gave me the number, then said "just ten pounds for the fuel then, please."
"I've bought no fuel, you wouldn't let me." (He went a bit red)
Rang Co-op who first said it was to make sure I was old enough to be buying fuel. "I've just ridden in on a 650 c.c. bike with no L plates, if a 13 year old drives in in a Nissan Micra and full burka will you ask her to identify herself for age purposes?"
"It's because our staff feel intimidated"
"Has there ever been a problem?" No answer.
"It's a legal requirement."
"No, it's not. Now who's going to help me push my bike home"
They're sending me a printed version of their policy. Won't be using them again for bike or car.
Post by: noose7 on July 27, 2014, 12:40:16
Post by: Jacko on July 27, 2014, 19:50:07
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on July 27, 2014, 22:28:37
I tend to use pay at the pump then don't have the issue.
Post by: Juvecu on July 28, 2014, 18:19:05
If I showed up in a tracksuit on a noisy little scooter then I'd expect to get asked to show my ugly mug, but fully geared up on tidy big bike is just taking the piss.
Post by: Holmsey on July 28, 2014, 18:46:56
Post by: Brockett on July 30, 2014, 22:01:44
Too tired to get a bike out and go and play round the lanes
If there's a crisis it's not mid-life but nearer end-of-life and THAT IS A CRISIS.
I haven't had a smoke since the end of May and I've already put on a stone in weight.
And the telly is all fit folk running jumping or throwing stuff .
:shrug:
Post by: Jacko on July 30, 2014, 22:32:49
Post by: PHIL FAT on July 30, 2014, 23:17:42
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 01, 2014, 20:03:32
Post by: Holmsey on August 09, 2014, 13:12:05
Post by: Fat Rat on August 09, 2014, 13:44:34
Post by: Holmsey on August 09, 2014, 14:31:22
Post by: Juvecu on August 09, 2014, 19:44:55
Post by: Holmsey on August 09, 2014, 23:21:18
Quote from: "Juvecu"
The weather's been fine here :neen:
that's because it's always Grey and overcast in your part of the country :neen:
Post by: SimonW on August 09, 2014, 23:42:57
Quote from: "Holmsey"
You and me both Mr RatI didn't think you did work, Holmsey? :neen: :-)
Post by: Holmsey on August 09, 2014, 23:46:30
Quote from: "SimonW"
Quote from: "Holmsey"You and me both Mr RatI didn't think you did work, Holmsey? :neen: :-)
Ouch .... Cutting remarks and hurtful too ..... I'm a sensitive man you know :bawl:
Mind you .... you can't call what I do as work ..... More like Revenge lol
Post by: SimonW on August 12, 2014, 18:00:13
Quote from: "Holmsey"
Mind you .... you can't call what I do as work ..... More like Revenge ::):I think I've met your brother in the past - he's in the same job, right? :)
Post by: Holmsey on August 12, 2014, 18:04:08
Quote from: "SimonW"
Quote from: "Holmsey"Mind you .... you can't call what I do as work ..... More like Revenge ::):I think I've met your brother in the past - he's in the same job, right? :)
lol .... only one of me mate :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on August 20, 2014, 20:18:14
Catch 22, do a rain dance they'll spread mud, if it's dry it's grain.
I can't abide Peggy Archer as well. Or Linda Snell.
Post by: Brockett on August 25, 2014, 13:53:20
What's to moan about?
Post by: Holmsey on August 27, 2014, 14:51:09
http://www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk/news/il ... _1_3609469 (http://www.ilfordrecorder.co.uk/news/ilford_voted_second_worst_place_to_live_in_britain_1_3609469)
Post by: tallpaul on August 27, 2014, 18:47:50
Post by: Holmsey on August 27, 2014, 18:52:35
Post by: bigpie on August 27, 2014, 19:00:06
Post by: Holmsey on August 27, 2014, 19:16:10
Post by: bigpie on August 28, 2014, 08:30:57
Post by: Holmsey on August 28, 2014, 11:42:44
Post by: bigpie on August 30, 2014, 19:11:35
Post by: Juvecu on August 30, 2014, 19:15:20
Post by: Abercol on September 02, 2014, 12:10:05
I've just had new winter tyres sorted for the car and I was just thinking of when I'll be parking the bikes up for winter, only a few weeks away now.
:)))
Post by: Holmsey on September 03, 2014, 20:59:49
Lucky I have my first one still ... not very stylish but can't afford a new one yet so it will have to do.
Post by: TLPower on September 03, 2014, 21:06:43
Quote from: "Holmsey"
Lucky I have my first one still ... not very stylish but can't afford a new one yet so it will have to do.
No puddin' basins this weekend.
We do have standards up here. Granted they are very low, but still..
Post by: Holmsey on September 03, 2014, 21:14:12
Post by: Juvecu on September 03, 2014, 21:26:41
Post by: Holmsey on September 03, 2014, 21:28:21
Post by: Jacko on September 03, 2014, 21:48:40
How do we know our lids haven't been dropped before we bought them? I bought a new Shoei at last years bike show, an XR1100. The lid could have been dropped at any point between manufacture and me trying it on at the show. I'm sure they drop the odd one putting them up on display, are they going to bin them? Are they feck.
No visible cracks in the lid after the fall so I still use it. It's going to be the last thing I worry about if I hit the deck at enough speed to render a dropped lid no more effective that a shower cap.
Post by: Holmsey on September 03, 2014, 21:55:35
Post by: Juvecu on September 03, 2014, 22:05:08
I felt even luckier when, shortly after, I found out that I've somehow missed that my bike's MOT had lapsed. If he could check or call in to check anything I'd be screwed, and not in the good sense of the word.
Just to balance all the good above: fekking Nissan Micras who can't pull over into the left lane when they are struggling to get up a hill! You can't claim that you can't see a shockingly yellow DR-Z with a man sat on top of it and the rear light shining at you at the height of your rear view mirror! Nor can you claim that you can not hear a single cylinder 400cc engine with a Yoshimura RS3 exhaust without a baffle that's going in gear too high behind you! It's as ASBO as I can live with, just move over already :GRR:
Post by: Juvecu on September 03, 2014, 22:10:02
The shell really should be able to stand a few knocks and bumps if it has any change of staying in tact during an accident. If it's bust by falling off at seat height then it's not a lid I want to use.
If you have it on when you hit the deck it's a different story, I have a Qwest that I high sided with, I hit my head hard, had concussion. The helmet saved me, but I can't be sure it will do it again if I go down on the same side. The Qwest was replaced, but it is still in the cupboard, it reminds me not to use too much rear brake, particularly in the wet :)
Post by: MartinW on September 03, 2014, 22:17:38
:shock:
Post by: tallpaul on September 03, 2014, 22:24:12
Post by: Holmsey on September 04, 2014, 11:39:39
I must admit I have delayed someone if they have committed an offence and they ask me if I can hurry because they are late.
I normally give them the choice ... listen to me give them a lecture OR give them a ticket in 5 minutes :shrug:
I also direct them to the nearest Argos where they can purchase a reasonably priced alarm clock allowing them to get up on time.
I have also pulled over a dawdling lane hogger and advised them to stop the practice or they shall feel my wrath lol .
I'm not a bad copper but as stated earlier we are governed by rules from above which we have to abide by no matter how stupid they are.
Quote from: "tallpaul"
That sounds more like a plastic bucket.
lol
My lid does have a dent in it as it hit the corner of a kerbstone on its way down so its no good for purpose.
Post by: Juvecu on September 04, 2014, 12:27:04
Post by: frez on September 04, 2014, 12:54:04
Yesterday in Wiltshire I saw a white unmarked Honda CRV that had pulled over a naughty car driver, I thought wtf, they now don't just go around in performance cars, but mummy cars too.
Post by: Juvecu on September 04, 2014, 15:49:59
Post by: bigpie on September 04, 2014, 18:00:25
Post by: tallpaul on September 06, 2014, 06:59:55
Post by: Mr Nick on September 06, 2014, 13:18:43
It resolved itself to be a twat on a pushbike with no lights, wearing black, riding no hands while texting on his phone. :crazy: :wtf: :violence-smack: :text-datsphatyo:
I can only hope that his inevitable demise happens before he can pass his stupid gene on...
Post by: Juvecu on September 07, 2014, 17:59:50
Quote from: "Michelle_B"
I’m all leathered up (shut up Holmsey) on two wheels...:text-worthless:
Post by: tallpaul on September 07, 2014, 19:50:07
Dressed like that you look like the anti-stig!
Post by: Juvecu on September 07, 2014, 20:32:45
Post by: gcram on September 07, 2014, 21:00:44
However, in Leicester I saw a lad on his scooter, helmet unfastened, riding along.....texting or adjusting his ipod. :wtf:
Wanted to have a word, but unable to get near him.
Post by: Juvecu on September 07, 2014, 21:08:46
Post by: Holmsey on September 07, 2014, 22:10:07
Quote from: "Michelle_B"
I’m all leathered up (shut up Holmsey)
I'm to tired and sore to comment right now ,,, maybe later :sleeping-yellow:
Post by: MartinW on September 07, 2014, 22:21:31
Post by: StromGeeza on September 10, 2014, 14:21:31
My complaint about a store turned into a complaint about customer services...
And a bit like how the police used to investigate themselves following a complaint, you can be sure of the outcome before you start!
Another 'we don't give a toss' business crossed off my patronage list. Their loss as my Mrs has expensive taste in tiles, and a new bathroom is going in next month!
Post by: Firestorm on September 10, 2014, 16:50:41
Post by: Descolada on September 10, 2014, 22:50:46
Quote from: "Mr Nick"
... cloudy & wet ..
Did you ever get that electrical problem sorted for good?
Post by: Jacko on September 11, 2014, 06:43:46
I don't like this. Maybe I should have asked for a refund of the difference.
Post by: Timmo on September 11, 2014, 18:36:43
Post by: 2112 on September 16, 2014, 20:55:43
Post by: MartinW on September 16, 2014, 20:58:55
Post by: Gassoon on September 16, 2014, 21:19:15
Post by: 2112 on September 16, 2014, 22:10:48
Mind you a dual cabbageway would be ideal to help all those economic migrants fleeing to the land of milk and honey from the soon to be bankrupt Independent Democratic Peoples Republic of Scotland. Crikey as a border County I may end up with hundreds of refuges on my lawn... I might have to dust off my running shoes and do the Great North Run for charity to help feed and clothe them :neen:
Post by: 2112 on September 20, 2014, 11:04:57
Post by: Jacko on September 20, 2014, 21:03:03
Post by: Sharpy on September 21, 2014, 21:53:27
Post by: Juvecu on September 21, 2014, 22:34:13
Post by: Sharpy on September 22, 2014, 06:51:29
Post by: Sharpy on September 22, 2014, 06:52:27
Post by: Jacko on September 22, 2014, 06:59:31
Post by: Firestorm on September 22, 2014, 20:30:40
Post by: 2112 on September 28, 2014, 09:43:29
We suspect it's a result of the building work going on in the hoose at the moment following a tsunami in the bathroom...
Post by: hookie on September 28, 2014, 11:50:06
Post by: Sharpy on September 28, 2014, 14:28:36
Post by: 2112 on October 06, 2014, 21:38:34
Post by: Bassplayer on October 08, 2014, 17:04:02
Today's issue is tailgating in the German Lane on the Motorway. I was pootling along at an indicated 75mph on my Guzzi Breva and had to use the lane restricted for German cars to overtake a white van who was snarking up the middle lane at 65 or so.
Within about 20 seconds I had two Mercedes , an Audi and a BMW all applying brakes from around 90/95 to match my speed and all within ten bloody feet of my rear wheel and each other.
I want to fit a rear firing crossbow to my topbox...
Post by: mr_diver on October 08, 2014, 21:16:06
(https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/60092801/Online%20Pics/Spring%202014/20140319_120504.jpg)
but in the last week I've had no other option other than spend some time on the motorway on the Super Sherpa. Sitting at HGV speed yet everyone decided to crawl up my arse and get pissed off that a bike is doing the same speed as trucks and not going much faster, even though they can see me from quite a way back.
Well sorry my Audi t*** I'd like to keep the valves on the inside of the engine!. :violence-smack:
Post by: Brucey on October 17, 2014, 22:08:46
Post by: hookie on October 18, 2014, 09:33:09
Post by: Brucey on October 19, 2014, 21:34:47
Just don't like people subtracting rather than adding. If someone's talking about the best route to avoid traffic problems in e.g. Newcastle, people who chip in about how good/bad it is in Miami get right on my wotsits.
What really upsets me though is when I clean my bike it always rains the next time I ride it. Still, on the bright side, Clarkson got done for speeding.
Post by: Juvecu on October 19, 2014, 21:39:04
Post by: Brucey on October 19, 2014, 22:29:30
Post by: 2112 on October 21, 2014, 18:28:02
Post by: Holmsey on October 30, 2014, 10:58:14
won't be riding Suzy for a bit as my knee is locked in position and unable to bend, I'm currently on boxes of Meds and sleeping downstairs with my leg over the back of the sofa as its the only comfortable position to sleep. Fortunately I have the twist and go to get me back and forth to the hospital.
I FECKING HATE GETTING OLD ###
Post by: Abercol on October 30, 2014, 15:08:09
Quote from: "Holmsey"
...I'm currently ....downstairs with my leg over
I'd not be complaining about getting my leg over....fnarr fnarr lol
Post by: Holmsey on October 30, 2014, 15:21:13
Misuse of the quote button can get me in trouble as the wife was out at the time lol
Post by: kissofdeath on October 30, 2014, 18:12:57
Quote from: "Holmsey"
I FECKING HATE GETTING OLD ###I know that problem m8, sry to hear about the knee hopefully it will recover quickly :old: :limp:
Post by: Holmsey on October 30, 2014, 18:23:25
Just back from the MRI and now have to wait for the results. .... as long as I can get back on the bike I don't care :auto-dirtbike:
Post by: Jacko on October 30, 2014, 19:29:53
Now we know what that means.
Post by: Holmsey on October 30, 2014, 19:35:02
Post by: Jacko on October 30, 2014, 22:25:34
You try to tell a 75 year old that 43 is too late to learn from something. ;)
Post by: Holmsey on October 30, 2014, 23:00:06
Post by: tomcat on October 31, 2014, 23:07:25
Quote from: "Holmsey"
Don't knock getting older. It's far better than the alternative…..
I FECKING HATE GETTING OLD ###
Post by: cpjs on November 07, 2014, 16:55:13
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on November 07, 2014, 18:37:53
Post by: Brockett on November 13, 2014, 06:12:52
What was the last junction number I passed?
Will my planned route take me off the road before Junction 12?
A useless massage unless I know the road by junction numbers
Or is it just me that thinks this is passing of "non information"?
Post by: SausagesDad on November 13, 2014, 06:34:21
The Oxford junction
What number is it?
No idea, it says Oxford
I won't know in advance
You look for Oxford, it's signed well in advance
Repeat until head hurts.
Post by: Holmsey on November 13, 2014, 08:14:35
Quote from: "Brockett"
A useless massage unless I know the road by junction numbers
No massage is ever useless :shrug:
Post by: tallpaul on November 13, 2014, 08:35:18
Post by: Holmsey on November 13, 2014, 08:38:15
Post by: Brockett on November 13, 2014, 08:58:23
Post by: SimonW on November 13, 2014, 10:19:33
Post by: Jacko on November 13, 2014, 12:07:18
However, speed camera signs without reminding you of the limit are a pain. 'Hello, speed cameras, beware now...' 'OK, what's the speed limit here again?', 'Oh no, that's a secret for now mate, good luck.'
Post by: Brockett on November 13, 2014, 15:30:44
Around hereabouts just after the Clacton split, the A120 northbound goes from dual to single carriageway. Many vehicles batting on at 70 hardly notice the road has gone to single lane as it was quite wide nevertheless their speed should be reduced to 60. The road then bends to the left and two thirds round there is a Junction on the right that allows traffic to cross the southbound A120 and then sit in a safe area before they join the A120 North. However when joining the road from the safe area there is insufficient sighting time. Thus the road looks clear and a car will join the now narrowed road and be at risk of being rammed by the over-speeding traffic. Although most traffic is content to flash their lights and treat the world to the sound of their horn.
( I have never seen a obstructing vehicle being propelled by beams of light or prolonged decibels, but it must work or they wouldn't keep doing it)
A big fat 60 sign would have helped but no.... that's too easy. The area was painted in such a manner as to narrow the road to a skinny single carriageway with lots of hatching in all the areas that previously provided an "area of escape" in " oh! sh*t I'm going to be rammed" situations.
There have been further serious injuries and deaths in the area so more drastic action is proposed. The area is to be reduced to 50 and the signs were put up. Hmmmm. The signs show the area is subject to "Average Speed Cameras" except that they have not yet been installed. So the knobs er sorry "powers that be" have over-painted the 50 signs. The dangerous road condition is now being left "as is" until the poles, cameras and wiring has been installed and the stuff commissioned. I'm thinking April/ May next year. That'll be eight months of a known dangerous situation allowed to continue for want of a few 50 signs. On the bright side the Speed limited area for the Average Speed Camera 'catchment' which continues way after the junction will no doubt be a rewarding cash cow for the public purse.
Post by: ProfG on November 19, 2014, 14:03:38
Why is this so difficult to understand?
Effing DPD. Called them and told them your delivery time does not suit me. I am at work. There is no one in the house. Please leave it with next door neighbour (as some other couriers do) as she has 2 small children and is in all day (and gorgeous to boot :grin: ). Dispatcher says, 'Yes, sure, will do'
I check on their site and what do I see? FUKKKKKKING 'carded'
This is not the first time DPD has done this. Them, Yodel and Hermes. They should all be lined up and the parcels shoved up their . . . . (well, where the sun don't shine). :old:
Effing Morons :text-datsphatyo:
Post by: 2112 on November 20, 2014, 18:15:20
Quote from: "ProfG"
This is not the first time DPD has done this. Them, Yodel and Hermes. They should all be lined up and the parcels shoved up their . . .
I find it very encouraging that people with severe learning difficulties can find employment at these companies. Sadly for those more 'impaired' souls that don't pass the entrance exam, well they only get to work at Kw1k Fit...
Post by: Brockett on December 13, 2014, 14:33:36
I had a few sheets of kitchen roll ( you never know when you need to wipe something :shock:) in my pocket and this had wrapped itself round the key so it could not be felt when pocket squeezing during the searches. :groan:
Bugger, bugger, bugger, bugger etc.
It's not the cash :liar: but the endless ( although now ended) searching every place no matter how unlikely. :crazy:
Post by: greywolf on December 13, 2014, 14:54:23
Post by: grumps on December 13, 2014, 15:07:53
Caution. Show Dogs in Transit :angry-tappingfoot: :angry-tappingfoot: :angry-tappingfoot: So they have some highly inbred mutts in their car??? So what. ( I realise that may offend anyone who breeds dogs so apols but it does annoy me as I drive as well as I can and don't really want to pay extra attention to some doggies)
I Slow Down for Horses :lala: :lala: Well so do I !!!! Don't want them kicking shiiite out of the car.
and..
Road Works Ahead When 9/10 of the high viz clad 'workers' are actuially doing nothing and usually watching someone in a digger moving some earth around. I've been in the traffic jam for an hour just to be able to watch them,. :angry-tappingfoot: :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: Jacko on December 13, 2014, 15:31:17
Post by: ProfG on December 13, 2014, 15:35:41
Quote from: "greywolf"
Did you ever notice you always find something in the last place you look?
Is that not obvious? Why would you keep on searching once you found the item? :haha: :haha:
Post by: MartinW on December 13, 2014, 15:45:06
Post by: ProfG on December 13, 2014, 15:55:07
Quote from: "MartinW"
Not a policy that you followed with Wives though Mr Greywolf.lol :thumb:
Post by: grumps on December 13, 2014, 17:10:33
Quote from: "ProfG"
Quote from: "greywolf"Did you ever notice you always find something in the last place you look?
Is that not obvious? Why would you keep on searching once you found the item? :haha: :haha:
But why do you always lose them in the last place you look? How come they are always there and nowhere else?
Post by: tallpaul on December 13, 2014, 17:12:44
Post by: TLPower on December 13, 2014, 17:26:10
Post by: grumps on December 13, 2014, 17:29:28
Post by: grumps on December 13, 2014, 17:30:35
Quote from: "TLPower"
I mean, what other conveyance known to man looks like a f*ckin' horse box?A Land Rover Discovery. Hard to tell apart
Post by: tallpaul on December 13, 2014, 17:36:21
Post by: Jacko on December 13, 2014, 17:49:16
Quote from: "ProfG"
Quote from: "greywolf"Did you ever notice you always find something in the last place you look?
Is that not obvious? Why would you keep on searching once you found the item? :haha: :haha:
Really?
Post by: Firestorm on December 13, 2014, 20:30:01
So, with a Horse its money in and sh*t out, with the Safety Camera partnership its sh*t in and money out!
Post by: Mick_P on December 13, 2014, 21:49:38
In the first case I highly doubt a HRH would be in a flippin Mondeo or the like and in the second I REALLY don't give a sh.. er, monkeys.
And they are usually driving like they own the road or so badly they shouldn't be on it in the first place.
Post by: SimonW on December 13, 2014, 21:56:47
Post by: Holmsey on December 13, 2014, 22:11:17
Post by: Jacko on December 13, 2014, 22:11:30
Post by: TLPower on December 14, 2014, 09:50:32
Post by: Holmsey on December 14, 2014, 10:13:49
Post by: TLPower on December 14, 2014, 12:31:32
Post by: Blade on December 14, 2014, 14:45:13
Post by: Jacko on December 14, 2014, 15:24:17
Post by: TLPower on December 14, 2014, 15:58:01
Post by: Brockett on December 14, 2014, 17:05:57
Post by: Fat Rat on December 14, 2014, 17:26:25
Quote from: "Holmsey"
I hope your not calling me slow
Holmsey, I'm going to change your useername to Mr.Slow unless you learn the difference between 'your' and 'you're' (it drives my OCD mad).
See my signature for the lesson :)
Post by: Holmsey on December 14, 2014, 17:28:52
I will never use JTs of Swansea :grin:
Post by: MartinW on December 14, 2014, 17:32:01
:)
Post by: TLPower on December 14, 2014, 17:33:54
Post by: tallpaul on December 14, 2014, 17:35:16
Post by: Fat Rat on December 14, 2014, 17:37:23
Quote from: "Holmsey"
OK ... lesson learnt ..
I will never use JTs of Swansea :grin:
There you go, you're on your way :thumb:
Post by: Fat Rat on December 14, 2014, 17:38:15
Quote from: "TLPower"
Your ded anall martin.
What about his ded anall (and what is it)?
Post by: TLPower on December 14, 2014, 17:44:05
Post by: gcram on December 17, 2014, 19:51:01
I actually wonder if the DRL are so bright that it gives as much light as dips. Driver oblivious to being unlit.
It's bugging me.
Post by: TLPower on December 17, 2014, 20:34:26
Post by: Firestorm on December 17, 2014, 20:40:28
Quote
who haven't switched there lights to dips and rear lights
Another one for Fat Rats OCD? :grin:
Post by: TLPower on December 17, 2014, 20:45:06
Post by: Blade on December 17, 2014, 20:47:21
Post by: Holmsey on December 17, 2014, 20:52:20
Quote from: "TLPower"
He's only just calmed down since Holmsey's slip up, please don't awaken the beast.
The previous time I had a slip up it went up her A**e lol :shock:
Post by: tallpaul on December 17, 2014, 21:02:50
Quote from: "gcram"
I actually wonder if the DRL are so bright that it gives as much light as dips. Driver oblivious to being unlit.
It's bugging me.
This bugs me too. I think it is because they are so bright. To be honest I can't think of a good reason why car manufacturers can't have the rear lights come on with the DRLs. They do with motorbikes.
Post by: Holmsey on December 17, 2014, 21:04:59
Post by: No_my_pie on December 18, 2014, 19:51:03
cars parked wholly or partly on the pavement :angry-tappingfoot:
Drivers in the outside lane at the lights who wait for a green light before signalling right :GRR:
Main beam in the mirrors :crazy:
Etc. etc
Post by: cpjs on December 18, 2014, 21:02:31
Dopey Doris stopping suddenly mid corner because answering her phone was more important than road safety.
Post by: Holmsey on December 19, 2014, 08:25:02
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on December 19, 2014, 19:24:04
Post by: gcram on December 20, 2014, 10:33:26
Quote from: "Firestorm"
Quotewho haven't switched there lights to dips and rear lights
Another one for Fat Rats OCD? :grin:
OOPS. Sorry. :old:
Post by: gcram on December 20, 2014, 10:35:35
Quote from: "Holmsey"
Quote from: "TLPower"He's only just calmed down since Holmsey's slip up, please don't awaken the beast.
The previous time I had a slip up it went up her A**e ::): :shock:
Shafted by the law!!
Post by: Holmsey on December 20, 2014, 10:51:15
Quote from: "gcram"
Shafted by the law!!
lol
Post by: Brockett on December 20, 2014, 14:12:01
The bell in hall has been taken down
I am expecting a parcel
Text message to my phone from DPD - my package will arrive 1228 to 1328.
Radio to off and I sit in front room looking for DPD man.
1229 text message from DPD to say ( I paraphrase) no one was available to sign for package details card put in letter box.
Go to letter box - no delivery note / card.
Go on line to check DPD website.
Package has gone back to Chelmsford and I can pick it up. (only forty miles away)
:GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR:
Post by: Jacko on December 20, 2014, 14:27:51
Post by: ProfG on December 20, 2014, 15:22:58
Quote from: "Brockett"
I am expecting a parcel
Text message to my phone from DPD - my package will arrive 1228 to 1328.
Radio to off and I sit in front room looking for DPD man.
1229 text message from DPD to say ( I paraphrase) no one was available to sign for package details card put in letter box.
Go to letter box - no delivery note / card.
Go on line to check DPD website.
Package has gone back to Chelmsford and I can pick it up. (only forty miles away)
:GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR: :GRR:
Aaaaah, A very familiar story. Happened to me thrice. No bell, no knocking on the door, no one arrived and no card even though the front porch door was left open and me sitting in the front room twiddling my thumbs and looking out the front window waiting for the driver to arrive.
Yodel, DPD and RM, ALL of them gave this story.
Post by: Holmsey on December 20, 2014, 15:27:48
Post by: ProfG on December 20, 2014, 15:32:13
Post by: Holmsey on December 20, 2014, 15:47:15
Post by: tallpaul on December 20, 2014, 17:47:37
Post by: Brockett on December 21, 2014, 14:18:03
I booked a time on line to pick up the package from the PDP depot in Chelmsford this morning and the lady who brought me the package was so nice I didn't, even once, consider stamping my feet and screaming until I was sick.
"What was in the package?" I hear you ask ( or did I just forget to take my medication again?)
It was a wheel spinner thingy with two rollers. £17.50 from M&P.
Very glad to have set out early as on the return trip North on the A12 the traffic was jammed southbound due to two separate accidents, one of these looked as though it involved 6 or 7 very dented cars. For goodness sake ! why do they all have to do 70mph + ? :crazy:
I left the bikes in the garage a and drove the "blue slug" setting the cruise control at 53 mph I had a nice journey.
Speed Warning - The A120 between the Clacton split and the Wix roundabout in both directions:- there is now a 50mph speed limit with Average Speed Cameras.
Post by: cpjs on December 24, 2014, 09:14:17
7.03 this morning standing outside the butchers in the drizzle for 45mins.
£48.00 later go home with a bit of dead pig in a carrier bag.
And if the m-in-law sits in MY chair again this year I'll f'ing nail her.
Post by: MartinW on December 24, 2014, 09:16:39
I've already got the Mother-In-Law bit out of the way.
:)
Post by: ProfG on December 24, 2014, 10:16:11
Quote from: "cpjs"
I'll f'ing nail her.
oooo aarrrr!!!!
She that good???
lol
Post by: Holmsey on December 24, 2014, 12:51:24
went in to the petrol station to fill Suzy up and as it 2 as very crowded I decided after filling up to walk Suzy out of the way so the person behind did not have to wait while I queued up...... I looked at the driver .... and not a hint of a thank you .... I paid for my fuel and walked back to the bike .... The driver just looked blankly at me ..... Feck you lot ... I'll not bother next time.
Post by: tallpaul on December 24, 2014, 16:39:33
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 24, 2014, 17:29:00
Today's a day off, so I'm sitting channel hopping at 06:15 this morning and we get trailers for a new series about Exodus and the plagues, which apparently included "hoards" of frogs. Who was hoarding them, and why?
Then the car fixing programmes came on under the collective heading, not of "scrappers eve", but "scrapers eve". Does nobody check anything before transmitting it?
Post by: Jacko on December 24, 2014, 19:29:43
Also, it wasn't until I started using the internet regularly, that I realised that so many people get bought and brought mixed up, how the hell do they do that?
Post by: ProfG on December 24, 2014, 19:41:02
Quote from: "Jacko"
We have a whole generation of young people educated by new labour, where emphasis was seemingly on 'right on' lessons with unfathomable abbreviations, and not on anything of any actual use. Couple this with not being marked down in anything other than English Language exams for using text speak and you have a whole load of people that cannot do basic stuff. We even have The Beast from TV program ?
Hmmmmm, I certainly get your point ol' boy :haha:
Post by: Fat Rat on December 24, 2014, 19:59:28
Quote from: "Jacko"
so many people get bought and brought mixed up, how the hell do they do that?
That tends to be a northern thing, not exclusively I'm sure but more often than not. 'I brought a V-Strom' :violence-smack:
Post by: Jacko on December 24, 2014, 20:02:30
Quote from: "ProfG"
Hmmmmm, I certainly get your point ol' boy :haha:
Programme looks French, I refuse to use it.
Post by: TLPower on December 25, 2014, 06:16:07
On a similar tv quiz show topic why does Mr Armstrong need to insert the word GOT when introducing the next set of questions. "Let's see what we have?" does not need "Let's see what we have got?" We already have whatever it is, we don't need a got.
I have been reliably informed that there is always another word for "got".
Post by: kissofdeath on December 25, 2014, 06:47:52
Quote from: "Jacko"
so many people get bought and brought mixed up, how the hell do they do that?
there is an estate agents in Hull that has a board outside saying that houses are brought for cash. its been there for years and they still haven't changed it :text-datsphatyo:
Post by: Jacko on December 25, 2014, 10:03:52
Bought - buy
Brought - bring.
No 'r', or both 'r's. It annoys the shit out of me. Especially when I hear grown adults who were educated properly doing it.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 25, 2014, 10:14:35
Do they still make them write compositions or wll a txt b OK 4 them people?
Post by: Brockett on December 25, 2014, 18:25:35
I recall a school teacher by the name of Fletcher who, on hearing the local 'cockney speak', would loudly declare : "Forty fousan fevvers on a frush's froat".
Be a Londoner and notice how it is that a Cornishman, a Yorkshireman etc. has an accent, whereas a Londoner just 'doesn't speak properly'.
Local pronunciation may give rise to hilarity whereas a poor vocabulary is puzzling and confusing.
I have a speech defect in that I have nothing much to say but continue to say it.
I usually explain my overly verbose manner as being due to having been, at an early age, 'vaccinated with a gramophone needle' but the digital age has somewhat scuppers that one.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on December 26, 2014, 16:13:54
Been watching Windows Startup Repair for ages and am sure it isn't going to help. I hate computers :violence-smack: Am almost tempted to ditch Windows 7 and try Windows 8 to see if that helps... of course I've got nothing better to do with my time :GRR:
Post by: Fat Rat on December 26, 2014, 16:54:14
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on December 26, 2014, 17:31:19
Post by: Blade on December 26, 2014, 23:03:04
Quote from: "Fat Rat"
That,s not a northern thing, it's an idiot thing.Quote from: "Jacko"so many people get bought and brought mixed up, how the hell do they do that?
That tends to be a northern thing, not exclusively I'm sure but more often than not. 'I brought a V-Strom' :violence-smack:
Post by: tallpaul on December 26, 2014, 23:08:39
Quote from: "Blade"
That's not a northern thing, it's an idiot thing.
Fixed that for you...
Post by: endintears on December 27, 2014, 17:16:53
Post by: Jacko on December 28, 2014, 10:36:48
Post by: grumps on December 28, 2014, 10:42:27
Post by: tallpaul on December 28, 2014, 11:36:05
Post by: Blade on December 28, 2014, 22:53:06
Post by: zimcruza on December 29, 2014, 09:06:13
Post by: grumps on December 29, 2014, 10:56:43
Quote from: "Blade"
Inserting the letter R into words. Bath becomes Barth, shaft becomes sharft. Even the traffic woman on radio 2 has started pronouncing Glasgow as Glarsgow. WTF is that all about.
surely it's....WTF is that all abart?!...
Post by: SnowStrom on December 29, 2014, 13:03:21
Post by: tallpaul on December 29, 2014, 13:55:06
Post by: TLPower on December 29, 2014, 14:26:46
Post by: MartinW on December 29, 2014, 14:28:21
Post by: tallpaul on December 29, 2014, 14:35:57
Post by: grumps on December 29, 2014, 14:53:15
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
I note you're from Droitwich Spar :)
Correct. In Worcestershar. lol
Post by: ProfG on December 29, 2014, 15:10:09
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Is that a corner shop?!
Chorrectered it's (or should that be 'eat'? - can never remeber) four you :lala:
Post by: tallpaul on December 29, 2014, 15:22:18
That's not a euphemism, by the way...
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on December 29, 2014, 16:19:03
Post by: MartinW on January 04, 2015, 11:45:53
If your dishwasher is broken, then wash the mugs up by hand you lazy gits. Don't put up a sign saying everything will be in paper cups (unless you are offering 25% off to go with it) then half fill a paper cup with the size of coffee that was requested.
How do you think other shops managed before dish washers?
Post by: tallpaul on January 04, 2015, 12:12:25
Post by: MartinW on January 04, 2015, 13:22:35
Post by: Brockett on January 06, 2015, 17:57:22
"Could have", as in "I could have bought a BMW"
this is shortened to
"Could've"
is then mispronounced
"Couldof"
And now I hear people say "I could of bought a BMW"
It makes the fillings in my teeth rattle.
Post by: Jacko on January 06, 2015, 21:00:49
30 years ago mate, it's not new. It is poor though, and spreading. Makes no sense either, they're talking nonsense.
Post by: Holmsey on January 08, 2015, 13:53:08
Post by: MartinW on January 08, 2015, 14:19:02
Post by: Holmsey on January 08, 2015, 17:06:57
Post by: Mick_P on January 09, 2015, 09:37:07
Post by: oldmanbiker on January 10, 2015, 15:08:20
Post by: ProfG on January 10, 2015, 15:48:09
Quote from: "oldmanbiker"
Kids are young goats. Children are children. I know I am on old git but it really gets my goat.
:shock:
Oy!!!
What's your problem with goats? :angry-tappingfoot:
(https://40.media.tumblr.com/f9576708b12480db87e96097a2900b17/tumblr_mzm5mga6AB1r6bcqho1_1280.jpg)
Post by: tallpaul on January 10, 2015, 17:20:41
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 10, 2015, 18:06:35
Quote from: "oldmanbiker"
Kids are young goats. Children are children. I know I am on old git but it really gets my goat.
So you'd have been about 16 when The Who released "The Children are alright"?
And it's been bothering you for how long?
Post by: kissofdeath on January 18, 2015, 18:14:31
Post by: TLPower on January 18, 2015, 20:45:58
We leave gaps in traffic to ensure that we can easily over take when somebody decides to pull and stop up for no apparent reason (it happens).
HTH. :)
Post by: kissofdeath on January 19, 2015, 17:33:31
Post by: Holmsey on January 19, 2015, 18:57:21
Post by: SnowStrom on January 19, 2015, 20:47:47
- submit my hospital paperwork (shows broken ribs, punctured lung, lacerated spleen, broken scapula, leg hanging off, toes sewn back on, skin graft on top of left foot and an arm that doesn't work anymore). Rejected as doesn't constitute proof of 'a serious ongoing physical or mental condition' likely to affect my studies.
- submit a medical report, they say. Go to my GP who refuses to touch it with the proverbial due to severity and because he doesn't have access to my x rays and scans.
- phone my surgeon's secretary who says my surgeon doesn't do medical reports, not even privately.
W T F people. ... why do you have to make everything so bloody hard?? :violence-smack:
Post by: MartinW on January 19, 2015, 20:54:20
Whatever you do, don't show them that picture of your working thumb.
Post by: SnowStrom on January 19, 2015, 22:32:28
Post by: Holmsey on January 20, 2015, 07:21:58
Post by: cpjs on January 20, 2015, 08:24:38
Post by: tallpaul on January 20, 2015, 08:39:36
Post by: FlyingPanMan on January 20, 2015, 09:41:41
So it's people who begin every sentence with "So".
Drivers who park on the wrong side of the road at night with dipped headlights dazzling me.
Advertisers that state, "It does what it says on the tin." and "Never missed a beat."
I'll be back with some more soon.
Post by: MartinW on January 20, 2015, 10:15:51
Quote from: "FlyingPanMan"
So it's people who begin every sentence with "So".I hope that was deliberate :)
Post by: tallpaul on January 20, 2015, 10:27:11
Taxi...! lol
Post by: TLPower on January 20, 2015, 16:40:03
So, so?
I'll split the fare. :)
Post by: cpjs on January 20, 2015, 18:27:29
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Are you doing six 4 hour days?
That was the idea but is has grown to fill the void, bloody customers will not leave me alone.
Post by: grumps on January 20, 2015, 18:37:07
So bloody what? Who else cares about your inbred hound? -and I certainly won't be driving any more carefully
Post by: tallpaul on January 20, 2015, 18:40:07
Post by: grumps on January 20, 2015, 18:44:32
Post by: grumps on January 20, 2015, 18:45:51
Not me, I speed up to get away from the bloody things
Post by: Abercol on January 21, 2015, 14:53:10
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Trying to claim disabled students allowance...
W T F people. ... why do you have to make everything so bloody hard?? :violence-smack:
Aye, with you on this one...Wife can't get disability nor a blue badge as her "consultant" won't fill in the paperwork as its (and I quote the nurse) "too boring and I don't get paid for that". The RNIB said that was pretty common and they had complained to the NHS about this particular individual for other patients to no avail.
Thanks mate, no signed "she's blind" paperwork = no disability, no blue badge. We don't want any allowances or cash, just a bloody blue badge so she can unload and saddle up the guide dog in a safe area without having to walk across a crowded and busy car park which is dangerously difficult when you are blind and the dog, trying its very bestest, takes you to the nearest kerb even if it means going in circles or in the opposite direction to the shop as, to him, anywhere where you are on the same level as a car is bloody unsafe.
The RNIB have been really brill though and the dog has transformed her life, letting her return to work and cope with simple everyday situations (like going shopping) that were frankly impossible for her a year ago.
Post by: SnowStrom on January 22, 2015, 12:22:24
At home in Banbury there's a woman who regularly parks her Chavmobile up, arranges blue badge, and merrily skips off to the shops. I know that not all disabilities are visible but I'd wager she's not overly troubled by any...
Post by: Firestorm on January 22, 2015, 16:21:29
My Wife takes 92 year old Mum in her wheel chair for a new Blue badge as she now lives in a different local Authority. Youth behind the counter says 'Have you brought her Birth Certificate?' No, we just want to renew the Blue Badge. 'What about Utility Bills to prove where she lives?' No - she's in a Nursing Home. 'Photo ID to prove she is who she says she is?' No, Only the old Blue badge - she doesn't have anything else. 'Without Birth certificate and Utility bill we can't issue one but you can go to your local Library and do it there'
So, off to the Library in our Home Town. They say 'You have to do it on line' So, on line we go and because she isn't receiving any of the benefits listed it says she can't have one. (She's self funding her care because she made the mistake of saving to buy a house) My wife won't let me go for some reason so we are in Limbo - and she had one until it ran out! Luckily, she's moving back to her old Council area so surely to God it must be easier there! Makes my blood boil - which is probably why I'm not allowed to go - and I might have mentioned dragging someone over the counter and choking the living sh*t out of them! :angry-tappingfoot: :violence-smack:
Post by: Mick_P on January 30, 2015, 11:22:57
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
At home in Banbury there's a woman who regularly parks her Chavmobile up, arranges blue badge, and merrily skips off to the shops. I know that not all disabilities are visible but I'd wager she's not overly troubled by any...
Oddly enough I've had the same said about me. I have a blue badge which I use when needed if I'm a passenger in the car. I don't look disabled which is a problem. The thing is that I have great difficulty getting out of cars as they are low down and to be frank I have trouble walking - again it just looks like a bit of a limp, nothing major. I have even been questioned about my 'lack' of disability by a member of the Plod. He was a little taken aback when I told him what my actual disabilities are and went away somewhat red faced.....
I know there are people who misuse the blue badge and those who don't even qualify for one. The best thing to do is report them. If it's genuine, no harm. If fake/misuse then they get what they deserve.
Post by: SnowStrom on February 07, 2015, 00:16:39
My miserable git thing today has to be filling in the paperwork to surrender my driving licence :( I was informed that I have to notify them about my BPI (brachial plexus injury) which is fine, but then there's all these forms where you have to write about the medication and then give permission for them to contact your doctor. .. who will say I'm not able to drive safely. .. then licence is revoked. Better to surrender it now as it's quicker to get it back when the time comes.
I know it's not forever, and I know it's not as if I'll be learning to drive for a while (or getting another bike), but it still got me in the feels, giving back something I worked so hard to get :bawl:
There, had to get it off my chest. Back to smiling now :grin:
Post by: Mick_P on February 07, 2015, 14:49:37
In any case, you'll get a driving licence back at some point. If a quadriplegic can still drive a car then you shouldn't have any problems.
Post by: MartinW on February 07, 2015, 18:34:57
Post by: Brockett on February 07, 2015, 21:44:27
Post by: SnowStrom on February 08, 2015, 23:39:28
Post by: kissofdeath on February 09, 2015, 06:14:18
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
At least on here I can whinge without feeling guilty :Dwhinge away, we'll try to make you feel a little better if we can :occasion-balloons:
Post by: hookie on February 09, 2015, 15:58:39
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TNKuesBVmYs
Post by: numptynut on February 26, 2015, 14:06:36
:)
Post by: numptynut on February 26, 2015, 15:29:20
So I've just seen FlyingPanMans post.
Sorry :clap:
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 26, 2015, 19:00:40
Why is that the instant reply on radio and television?
Absolutely anoying. :GRR:
Post by: MartinW on February 26, 2015, 19:56:22
Couldn't agree more.
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 26, 2015, 20:33:46
One Tony Blair had that habit and he probably still has. :sci-fi-beamup:
Post by: Fat Rat on February 27, 2015, 00:14:48
Post by: tallpaul on February 27, 2015, 23:10:05
Post by: user650 on February 28, 2015, 00:19:59
Post by: TLPower on February 28, 2015, 05:19:38
Until now. :)
Post by: tallpaul on February 28, 2015, 09:10:06
Post by: Frankenstrom on February 28, 2015, 11:22:38
Post by: TLPower on February 28, 2015, 11:38:45
I read the graffiti.
Post by: tallpaul on February 28, 2015, 11:42:00
Post by: MartinW on February 28, 2015, 12:00:04
Quote from: "tallpaul"
Anyhoo, you really shouldn't be on canal street listening to rumours...!Why not, Rumours is a great album.
:shrug:
Post by: SimonW on February 28, 2015, 15:19:39
Quote from: "Frankenstrom"
Bloody Post Office. Cars road tax due tomorrow...Do it online - really quick and easy. :thumb:
Post by: SnowStrom on February 28, 2015, 15:31:18
Post by: Frankenstrom on February 28, 2015, 15:34:36
Quote from: "SimonW"
Do it online - really quick and easy. :thumb:
Don't like using a debit card online (and they charge extra for using a cc). Thought I'd be fine at 9.30am. I was wrong, obviously.
Did I mention the (red) leather benching/seats? Christ, they'll be trying to flog you coffee or drinks in a jam jar next.
Post by: cpjs on February 28, 2015, 17:30:39
What could possibly go wrong?
Post by: Frankenstrom on February 28, 2015, 18:25:13
On debit cards money goes from your account. All them direct debits etc no longer covered, can't take out cash, etc. that's why I prefer cc's over the internet. If there's an alternative I'll take it. YMMV.
Post by: gcram on March 01, 2015, 20:18:23
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Bored in London. Can't wait to leave this shithole :D only 4 months to go :occasion-balloons:
Born and bred in London. Left 18 years ago. Have not missed it at all.
Misings Sou'fend on sea though
Post by: cpjs on March 03, 2015, 19:02:08
Quote from: "Frankenstrom"
If your card gets scammed then on a cc it's racked up & in dispute but you haven't paid it out your account.
On debit cards money goes from your account. All them direct debits etc no longer covered, can't take out cash, etc. that's why I prefer cc's over the internet. If there's an alternative I'll take it. YMMV.
Have a look at this,
http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/shoppi ... chargeback (http://www.moneysavingexpert.com/shopping/visa-mastercard-chargeback)
most people think they have no protection with purchases made on debit card, not true.
OK it's not the same as credit cards but worth knowing.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 03, 2015, 19:16:06
(Is it true the "C" at the beginning of the Canal Street sign keeps getting whitewashed over?)
Post by: tallpaul on March 03, 2015, 19:20:01
Post by: Frankenstrom on March 03, 2015, 19:58:37
Quote from: "Rusty Nuts"
You can renew ved anytime in the 2 weeks before expiry. Last day is asking for it.
How so, you have a fortnight to renew... It was the only day in that fortnight I could make the PO & I got receipt and everything. bloke at work left it 8 months! Now, that's asking for it...
Post by: Frankenstrom on March 03, 2015, 20:03:52
Quote from: "cpjs"
most people think they have no protection with purchases made on debit card, not true.
OK it's not the same as credit cards but worth knowing.
I was talking about card being scammed. Had it happen to me (admittedly after a US trip rather than over the net). Know a bloke who had his account cleared (all his savings, 5 figures), he was noticeably distressed until it was sorted out!
I just prefer to have a buffer.
Post by: SimonW on March 03, 2015, 21:34:23
Post by: Holmsey on March 04, 2015, 06:14:22
Post by: tallpaul on March 04, 2015, 06:21:24
Post by: grumps on March 04, 2015, 07:48:31
Watching their lycra-clad arses bobbing up and down is not a pleasant sight. :shock:
Post by: MartinW on March 04, 2015, 13:40:33
Post by: SnowStrom on March 05, 2015, 22:55:10
Post by: gcram on March 06, 2015, 19:57:30
Quote from: "SimonW"
I know someone who replied to one of those "Hi, this is the inland revenue, we owe you some tax so give us all your account details and we'll pay it into your bank" emails. They finished up with enough information to take out a mortgage in her name and she has to have some special extra-secure banking arrangement now, apparently.
Had a phone call the other day. Before I had even spoken, Goes as follows.....
Caller " Hello. We're ringing about advice for your private pension that you have"
Me, "What private pension?"
C. "The private pension you contacted us about"
M. "Haven't got a private pension"
C. "The one you contacted us about"
M. "Well remind me who it's with"
C. "can't do that I'm afraid, you'll breach the data protection act"
M. "I give you permission to tell me who it's with"
C. "Can't do that. It's against the law".
M. (In my best bored tone) "Oh"
:text-datsphatyo:
Post by: SausagesDad on March 07, 2015, 07:22:38
Through the year I get used to the bikes that share my morning commute. There's a crowd I go past and a few who go past me. The latter are mostly very new and shiny BMWs and a few sports bikes. It appears to me that there are far fewer bikers in my commute to and from Oxford on the A40 in these wintery months. I have to say that I enjoy the idea that I am causing consternation as I ride past the BMW and sports bike merchants as they sit in their cars. Those two types are noticeably absent. All I meet at the moment are a bloke on an old and very well used CB500 and, surprisingly, the group that seems unaffected by the weather are the little scooters (predominantly women who turn off into the hospital). Meanwhile I have not ever felt anything other than planted on the Strom despite frost rain wind and the one day of admittedly only light snow that we've managed in Oxfordshire. Best decision and purchase I made in a long while.
Post by: Holmsey on March 07, 2015, 07:52:13
Ouch is that a knee twinge again :shy:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 07, 2015, 08:04:16
Post by: Holmsey on March 07, 2015, 08:42:58
Post by: tallpaul on March 07, 2015, 09:13:04
Post by: TLPower on March 07, 2015, 09:27:03
Did you have to attend a crimped connector emergency or a fatal scotchlock connection?
Secured with used masking tape.
Tallpaul hell.
Post by: Holmsey on March 07, 2015, 20:46:41
But what you don't realise is that it has taken me 2 hours to actually eat it as I had to answer emergency calls before eating it. And after finally sitting down I open the wrapping to discover a congealed mush of Cod and Chips at the bottom of the bag....... No point in heating it up as I may get a call out whilst microwaving it.
Hence why I don't normally bother eating at work but it was a Saturday treat ........ Nothing like Cold fish and chips to set you up for a late shift...... Could have been worse .... I could have ordered mushy peas as well :-x
Post by: tallpaul on March 07, 2015, 21:15:22
Post by: Holmsey on March 07, 2015, 21:39:29
Quote from: "tallpaul"
...or gravy!
GRAVY !!!!!!!! What are you ... A Southerner lol
Post by: Brockett on March 07, 2015, 22:11:20
And when I answer the phone I say "hello"
and they say "I can I speak to Mr XXXXXXX" ?
and I say "which one"?
And they say "which one are you"?
and I say" can't tell you that due to data protection".
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 07, 2015, 23:26:42
Holmsey - that'll teach you to go to work when you clearly weren't well.
Probably covered already, but can anyone explain why loads of drivers feel the need to be in the outside lane as their exit approaches then think it's okay just to swerve across the traffic? Even more annoying is when they do this and cut you up when there's no one behind you :violence-smack:
Post by: MartinW on April 17, 2015, 22:20:35
I went out for a walk tonight, up a dual carriage way footpath, past some traffic lights. Six cages stopped at the red light.
- #1 - On his phone.
#2/#3 - Playing with a phone down by their knees thinking it couldn't be seen.
#4 - On his phone.
#5 - Phone down in lap again.
#6 - No phone, but packet of crisps on the go between her knees.
No wonder we have to keep making sure these muppets have seen us before we do anything. Always make sure you get that eye contact.
Post by: Witches70 on April 18, 2015, 00:39:56
Holmsey
I would just like to point out we from the south are not all gravy eaters on our chips
we are well into curry sauce here in Suffolk or mushy peas. :clap:
Or loads of cheese :thumb:
witches70 :stirpot:
Post by: JRS81 on April 18, 2015, 09:42:32
Post by: MartinW on May 02, 2015, 21:18:56
Post by: Mick_P on May 04, 2015, 09:49:20
I actually despise it. And hope it suffers the fate of those it dismisses as of no consequence.
Post by: MartinW on May 04, 2015, 09:52:36
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 04, 2015, 10:16:45
Post by: MartinW on May 04, 2015, 10:29:13
And make him do it while the cars are not slowing down either and are spraying him with grit.
It doesn't last either. Some roads around Swindon have been done more than once in the last few years.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 04, 2015, 10:33:01
/wrists
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 04, 2015, 10:41:43
Post by: tallpaul on May 04, 2015, 10:53:28
Post by: SnowStrom on May 04, 2015, 12:16:23
Post by: SnowStrom on May 05, 2015, 15:00:30
Post by: Jeff999 on May 05, 2015, 15:42:02
Post by: SnowStrom on May 05, 2015, 16:34:27
Total waste of time, £40 and 5 hours of travel back and forth from London to wait an hour for a 15 minute appointment to learn that:
A) Because I am 'high functioning' despite the pain and
B) I've 'only' been in pain for nearly a year, it's too early to consider the pain blocking spinal implant I want
You could have told me that over the bloody phone!
Post by: Mick_P on May 06, 2015, 20:42:24
Post by: SnowStrom on May 12, 2015, 04:37:50
Post by: tallpaul on May 12, 2015, 06:10:50
Post by: TLPower on May 12, 2015, 17:11:12
Post by: bigpie on May 13, 2015, 12:35:48
Having to go to the gym every day to limit the damage the American diet is having, as well as waking up at 5:30 every day feeling like it is mid day.
Post by: TLPower on May 13, 2015, 15:43:57
As we say in these parts, eight it or feight it.
Enjoy you fat basta*d. :)
Post by: bigpie on May 13, 2015, 16:58:25
Post by: tallpaul on May 13, 2015, 17:19:55
Post by: bigpie on May 13, 2015, 18:02:27
(http://images.tapatalk-cdn.com/15/05/13/a19fdf5c277682f3ea8ddb4ec1f6a877.jpg)
Shouldn't this be implicit? Very few people need a weapon at work.
Post by: tallpaul on May 13, 2015, 18:05:22
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 13, 2015, 20:34:31
Post by: bigpie on May 14, 2015, 02:26:34
Tough night, had to eat this after my Italian.
Desperate for a good cup of tea though.
Post by: SnowStrom on May 14, 2015, 04:35:52
Having a really bad night with my arm, finally drop off to sleep at 3am. 3.45am the fire alarm in halls goes off. 4.15am they let us all back in. 4.20am the alarm goes off again. Some ### is setting them off on purpose which is f****** annoying for me but some of these kids have exams tomorrow
Edit: 5am and we're all still sat out here awaiting the police who are going to interview us all ><
Post by: tallpaul on May 14, 2015, 06:09:15
Post by: boac on May 14, 2015, 06:29:32
Post by: Holmsey on May 14, 2015, 07:35:23
Quote from: "SnowStrom"
Edit: 5am and we're all still sat out here awaiting the police who are going to interview us all ><
won't be me ..... I have been in bed asleep :neen:
Post by: SnowStrom on May 14, 2015, 08:51:12
5.20am they let us back in, no point going to sleep for an hour so now I am running purely on fumes. Fumes and bitterness. Tired Hev is not a happy Hev.
Post by: Jeff999 on May 14, 2015, 10:43:22
Post by: Brockett on May 14, 2015, 10:57:29
Post by: SnowStrom on May 17, 2015, 15:21:01
Post by: Petstep on May 29, 2015, 20:34:49
Like, chuck a load of grit on the road, and leave the stuff on the edges and middle of the road where car tyres don't go, but bikes do. High friction? My arse!
Post by: NTBooth on June 07, 2015, 21:59:29
I am of course referring to the previous owner of the bike...a number of things have popped up because of whoever previously owned the bike. I have owned the bike about 7 months or so now so should stop blaming them soon...but still.
Just spent all night cleaning out the HCR on my scottoiler because the tit filled it with the scottoiler oil designed for "hot climates" averaging 20°- 40°C ....why would you use this...IN THE NORTH OF England?
:text-datsphatyo: :violence-smack: ###
I don't think it has ever been an "average" of 20°- 40° here...Infact, its considered hotter than the devils dick if it gets much above 15°...
I've never really had time to mess about with the scottoiler to be honest, it kept my chain well lubed as I usually just topped up the Remote reservoir when needed. but finally thought...its got a HCR on it why should I have to keep topping it up? when I discovered a nice thick pink sludge...like pink custard glooping around in the HCR.
:violence-stickwhack: :angry-tappingfoot:
also I am sick to death of reversing his lowering and shortening modifications...but this I have to admit is just part of the peril of buying a used bike. :old:
Rant over...haha
Post by: MartinW on June 07, 2015, 22:22:23
Yeah Right - Proceed around a safe course with massive run off areas. The pampered prick with the best car wins.
I've just watched the Superbike TT. Several leaders, highly dangerous course, riders taking real risks, crashes that break the rider, not just break the nosecone of his personal reinforced cage. More than 2 potential winners before the race and a couple of hundred miles an hour in a lane that has hedges and walls around it. You can get overtaken if you only do 190mph.
As the commentary said, it is the equivalent of London to Manchester, on B-Roads only, in 1 hour and 45 minutes.
I know which one I would rather watch.
:angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: MartinW on June 07, 2015, 22:23:24
Quote from: "NTBooth"
... Short Arsed Moron ...Wasn't me then.
Post by: NTBooth on June 08, 2015, 00:05:16
Quote from: "MartinW"
:haha: I gather its not the short arsed part, how about the moron part? lolQuote from: "NTBooth"... Short Arsed Moron ...Wasn't me then.
Post by: SnowStrom on June 08, 2015, 01:28:42
Post by: MartinW on June 08, 2015, 07:52:52
Quote from: "NTBooth"
:haha: I gather its not the short arsed part, how about the moron part? ::):Gangly Moron then? That's more like it.
Post by: MartinW on June 19, 2015, 12:36:48
I thought I was lucky when everyone else complained. It seems not.
:GRR:
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 19, 2015, 13:38:47
:sarc:
:GRR:
Post by: Jacko on June 19, 2015, 13:42:55
A couple of years ago there was a fatal crash on a local road over the A1, the very next DAY they were putting the 50 signs up in place of the nationals. The cause of the crash? Two lads racing at 90, head on with a car coming the other way. How is that a reason to drop the limit to 50?
It's BS and they know it, but once a road has changed that it, no going back.
Post by: MartinW on June 19, 2015, 13:44:36
Quote from: "Ptarmigan"
But just think how much safer they will be Martin.It cannot be safer as 100 mph is now double the speed limit and it only used to be 66% faster.
:neen:
Post by: Ptarmigan on June 19, 2015, 14:03:30
Can't fault your logic! :thumb:
Post by: ProfG on June 19, 2015, 15:29:31
(http://cpansearch.perl.org/src/MJD/txt2slides/Example-2/bullshit-lg.jpg)
Post by: grumps on June 19, 2015, 16:53:55
You can imagine the mess! F**g tar all over the side of a year--old car. Took ages to get off with petrol and a fresh coat of polish.
Muppets!!!!!!
Post by: Fat Rat on June 26, 2015, 10:30:54
Example; 'I will send that to yourself when finished'
'Any questions, please contact myself' :crazy:
:haha: :haha:
Post by: Mick_P on June 26, 2015, 10:38:28
Post by: NTBooth on June 26, 2015, 23:51:26
Stumbled across a video review of theirs with a v-strom, versys and BMW f650gs.
All they were arsed about was speed and power...one of their reasons for how the versys was the best was..."the suspension is much more sportier than the others" right...well that would be good...on a sports bike :GRR:
pretty sure most people don't buy a v-strom versys or 650gs for their straight line speed and "sporty" suspension... :text-datsphatyo: :violence-smack:
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 30, 2015, 20:17:35
It may be earlier models (?) Just to make you feel a bit better. :grin:
Post by: NTBooth on July 01, 2015, 19:18:45
I havnt seen that video before I will have a little watch later on :D that one isn't MCN thank god, or they would be saying how shit the Wee is because it doesn't have 9 gears and its top speed isn't 300mph.
Post by: ProfG on August 12, 2015, 18:39:00
Now don't get me wrong, even at the extra fiver it was good value since it was like new and hardly used but not to accept the advertised price and not to let me know before I went there even though I had sent one email and three phone calls to make sure she was in and to get the directions.
Toffee nosed bitch chancing her arm, anyway I gave herthe extra fiver since I had driven all the way there. The other option was to go to Coventry but at a new price of £200, I think it was worth paying her the fiver and cursing the :text-datsphatyo: bitch.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on August 12, 2015, 18:42:52
Post by: ProfG on August 12, 2015, 22:48:41
Post by: Joe Rocket on August 16, 2015, 11:09:33
http://www.walesoncraic.com/coffee-shop ... ng-people/ (http://www.walesoncraic.com/coffee-shop-opens-in-cardiff-for-non-morning-people/)
:GRR:
Post by: MartinW on August 16, 2015, 11:42:03
Post by: joderest on August 16, 2015, 15:05:00
I AM A MOANING OLD GIT
There, said it, feel so much better
Post by: No_my_pie on August 18, 2015, 13:43:36
Post by: tallpaul on August 18, 2015, 17:55:25
Post by: Joe Rocket on August 30, 2015, 19:33:14
Post by: tallpaul on August 30, 2015, 19:48:46
Post by: Fat Rat on September 04, 2015, 14:39:19
Post by: Andy M on September 06, 2015, 12:21:29
Now glasses are a rip off. I can see with every pair I've owned since I was about 25. The frames however are utterly trashed after 18 months. Metal, plastic, sports type whatever, they just bend so they won't stay on your face or drop to bits so they are cutting into your face. £100 or £300 they are all equally poor.
I'd go the laser route if I could face the fish hooks and week off work. Probably only last 10 years given my age though.
Andy
Post by: gcram on September 07, 2015, 21:15:38
Quote from: "Andy M"
Probably only last 10 years given my age though.
Andy
The glasses or you? :shock:
Post by: mr_diver on September 08, 2015, 07:16:20
I was having problems with contact as I needed them in almost everyday for work. As I was in swimming pools and reservoirs on a daily basis I was getting eye infections, made worse by contacts and then needed a month without the contacts and out of the water.
This seriously hampered my work as a dive instructor :bawl:
I came out with 20/10 in the left eye and 20/16 in the other after having the Wavefront Laser thing. :shrug:
My vision hasn't deteriorated since, but I do work in a very dry and dusty environment so my eyes are very dry and gets a bit blurry, but a day or so away from work and my vision is perfect. But everyone in work gets blurry eyes with all the tile adhesive soaking up any moisture in the air.
It was well worth doing. I totaled up all the money I'd spend in 10 years of contacts and a new pair of glasses every 3 years and I'd have paid for the laser surgery. And that was @ prices 10 years ago.
Post by: Fat Rat on October 01, 2015, 21:56:29
Both times I order the same thing (Chicken Salad Wrap), the first encounter went something like this.
Me - "Can I have a Chicken Salad Wrap please but without any Mayonnaise"
Spotty Yoof - "Wivout any wot"?
Me - "Mayonnaise"
He looks at me like I'm speaking in a foreign tongue and then with a smug look corrects me, "You mean Mayo".
Rather than trouble this valuable section of this site with a rant I just mutter something about Americans, idiot kids and Americans.
Anyway, it only happened again today :shock: Different McD's and a reasonably intelligent young girl. The word Mayonnaise is clearly alien to them and that white shit they put in to give their food some taste is only to be known as Mayo :violence-smack:
Post by: MartinW on October 01, 2015, 21:58:12
Post by: ProfG on October 01, 2015, 22:07:15
Quote from: "MartinW"
McDonalds should be shut down in terms of selling anything other than Milkshakes :)
And coffee. Excellent coffee to compliment their dogfood
Post by: grumps on October 02, 2015, 09:37:44
Post by: Sea-Strom on October 02, 2015, 10:03:48
Post by: Apocalypse Ali on October 02, 2015, 18:58:43
Post by: Andy M on October 02, 2015, 20:48:45
Eggs Mayonnaise BTW was invented to celebrate the battle of Mayon in 17-something. Froggies lost by 8 battleships to nil and said Frigate*. Could have been far more interesting. Imagine McHorseburger and chips with rum , salted cabbage and a touch of weevil.
*this was before the navy realised rum, sodomy and the lash didn't help recruit the right sort of chap. They soon replaced the rum with pink gin.
Andy
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 04, 2015, 17:02:33
Post by: S2Rgar on October 04, 2015, 17:40:11
Slow down to what FFS !! 25.... 20mph. :angry-tappingfoot:
Post by: SnowStrom on October 13, 2015, 04:46:15
Post by: tallpaul on October 13, 2015, 04:58:29
Post by: TLPower on October 13, 2015, 05:46:08
Post by: medic5 on October 18, 2015, 14:50:07
Just not English!!! :grin:
Post by: joderest on October 18, 2015, 15:37:59
I do like Mcdonald ice creams
Post by: Ambergnat on October 19, 2015, 21:54:07
Something which continually annoys me is the blatant piss-taking these cosmetics/ toiletries companies carry on with 'clinically proven' and 80% 'approved' adverts for all manner of shit designed to pretty up, scrape off, cover up or de-flock some crevice or other, who are now required to show their respective polling results.
These companies will have spent millions of pounds on researching how best to sell this shit to us (not to mention the costs of advertising space) but only ask 68 people whether they think it's any bloody good or not. I mean wtf kind of market research is that? I can't be sure but I think that one of them was in the high twenties (like 78% of 28 people! ###)
Personally, I think that the amount of people they should be required to ask reflects the true the amount of money spent on advertising the damn thing, as they wouldn't spend that kind of dosh unless they were pretty sure they could make it back.
That's it for now - there's plenty more but I'm saving it for later :)
Post by: MartinW on October 19, 2015, 21:58:48
Only joking, I agree with you (so that's 2 members now) :)
95% Fat Free they say in some adverts, so that will be 5% pure lard then?
Post by: Andy M on October 21, 2015, 19:33:13
WILL NO ONE THINK OF SCOTTISH CHILDREN. They cry.
Are these the ones the drivers blinded my the sun or busy looking for idiots with no lights might hit?
:dl_soapbox:
Andy
Post by: Fat Rat on October 21, 2015, 22:00:26
Post by: sharealike on October 25, 2015, 08:27:18
Post by: sharealike on October 25, 2015, 09:55:46
The acceptable nitrous oxide levels for a diesel in the USA are one quarter those here in Europe which is probably not actually achievable in the real world.
Post by: The Menace on October 31, 2015, 19:44:29
Post by: ProfG on November 05, 2015, 11:51:37
barstewards :violence-smack:
Post by: user650 on November 15, 2015, 23:58:58
Post by: Ridaz on November 16, 2015, 21:40:11
Post by: Lifebiker on November 16, 2015, 23:32:11
Also I hate being called pal!!!
Post by: Joe Rocket on December 09, 2015, 18:35:06
How about a geo-location signal in your glasses so you can find where you left them using an app on your smart phone?
OK, who's the smart one here, you (look in the next room) or the app provider/optician (come fill my coffers please you with too much money to care)) ?
FFS get a life............. :crazy:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 09, 2015, 18:47:29
Post by: MartinW on December 09, 2015, 19:25:17
Post by: Andy M on December 11, 2015, 12:16:03
I have a cunning plan. I've recorded the dogs squeaky ball and use it as a ring tone. Why find the phone yourself when mans best friend can do it :lala:
Andy
Post by: Joe Rocket on December 12, 2015, 18:38:16
:humbug:
Post by: Fat Rat on December 21, 2015, 15:27:38
I received a message today from somebody telling me they were 'out of store'.
It's all fecking gibberish :angry-banghead:
Post by: Twiggy on December 21, 2015, 16:21:05
Post by: MartinW on December 21, 2015, 17:30:50
Post by: tallpaul on December 21, 2015, 20:02:53
Post by: MartinW on December 21, 2015, 20:11:08
Post by: Brockett on December 21, 2015, 20:20:18
According to them my nearest store is 3 miles away in Felixstowe. ###
However they omitted to include the information needed to cross the Stour Estuary :shrug: (it's 36 miles by road)
Despite there being an ARGOS store about a kilometre away which ARGOS insisted does not exist and so refused to "check for stock". :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on December 21, 2015, 20:30:42
They're all repeats...first shown back in September when you DID have time!!
Must be like Bullseye, "this is what you could've done...' What's the point of showing a repeat of something you had to have done in September :dl_smiley_banghead:
Brockett, why kilometre and not half a mile :shrug: (sounds like useless software which no doubt someone got paid lots of money to develop).
Post by: MartinW on January 02, 2016, 20:20:52
However, less than 33 minutes long??? Means the CD is less than half full. I see there is already a deluxe version with extra tracks.
Post by: TLPower on January 02, 2016, 22:17:11
I do enjoy his solo offering from the other year, Long Road or summat. That's quite brief as well....
Post by: Ambergnat on January 03, 2016, 00:05:42
I just listened to the new ELO album - I quite like it.
However, less than 33 minutes long??? Means the CD is less than half full. I see there is already a deluxe version with extra tracks.
Being a lifelong ELO fan I paid the extra for the 'deluxe version' of Alone in the Universe - 2 extra tracks...Grand total - 37 minutes 17 seconds...
I mean, I like it and I know he tends to write short pop songs - but come on Jeff, you can do better than that mate!
...still, it's better than nowt - and if he's recording again there may be more to come...(hopefully)
Post by: Brucey on January 03, 2016, 14:44:12
Post by: Andy M on January 03, 2016, 17:46:19
Andy
Post by: tallpaul on January 03, 2016, 17:58:56
I jest, naturally...
Post by: Andy M on January 03, 2016, 18:06:32
Andy
Post by: Fat Rat on January 18, 2016, 19:03:48
Post by: grumps on January 18, 2016, 19:14:07
Post by: MartinW on January 18, 2016, 19:56:48
Post by: Mr Nick on February 02, 2016, 18:44:45
My dad passed away in early October: I got a letter on Friday from DWP saying they'll be paying his winter fuel payment to me over the next few days. I was concerned that it was meant for him & I'd end up paying it back, but it was sent to me and they went into the reason why: entitlement was ascertained as at 21-27 Sept so comes to me as next of kin.
I am fine with them paying his pension upto the date of death and other allowances to cover living expenses incurred, but he's not going to spend anything keeping warm to justify this payment. It would be even more ironic if I'd had him cremated... :shock:
Just how much more money is being wasted in this way every day? :icon_exclaim:
I'm going to use the cash to do some good: not sure how yet, but I'm not comfortable keeping it when there are legitimately needy people & animals out there. :dl_soapbox:
No begging letters by the way... :icon_batterup:
Post by: ProfG on February 02, 2016, 20:17:19
No begging letters by the way... :icon_batterup:
Not a begging letter. It's a demand letter. Payup or else :icon_batterup:
Post by: StromGeeza on February 02, 2016, 21:55:34
Just how much more money is being wasted in this way every day? :icon_exclaim:
Probably not as much being wasted on royal family hangers on or being given away letting multinationals escape paying a fair share of tax.
I'm sure you will feed the money back into your local economy, :obscene-drinkingchug: rather than moving it offshore via a 'Dutch sandwich'.
Post by: Bigblue on February 04, 2016, 22:26:13
Anyway ... Time I "brought"(!) .... oops sorry "bought" my new centre stand!!!
Some great comments above!
Bigblue Paul
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 13, 2016, 19:06:58
This is a big money earner for some but a huge environmental problem for everyone. Coffee capsules!
If people are silly enough to buy expensive machines and coffee in this form then think on the disposal of the plastic pots left behind. 3,000,000 are used each day in Australia alone. That's one billion, ninety-five million a year in just one country! Of these billions of coffee pods, only 5% are made from recyclable materials.
The new plastic bag syndrome. :angry-banghead:
Post by: SimonW on February 24, 2016, 12:13:56
It's right up there with "reach out". Is the person drowning? No, so there's no need to bloody reach out to them, is there? Tit.
Post by: Gassoon on February 24, 2016, 21:15:32
Have you noticed an increasing tendency for some to pronounce the sibilant as 'sh', also? There's a black lass sports presenter on BBC mornings who does this very frequently..."shtriker" for striker, for example. The REALLY annoying thing, though, is she isn't consistent about it...argghhhh! lol :old:
Post by: MartinW on February 24, 2016, 21:28:47
Post by: tallpaul on February 24, 2016, 22:13:08
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 25, 2016, 18:30:39
Here's an ally:
http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-3132195/SO-wrong-John-Humphrys-rage-little-word-invades-everyday-speech.html
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 25, 2016, 18:46:06
A) Leap in immediately with "So what?"
or
B) Burst into song with "...a needle pulling thread" à la Julie Andrews.
Post by: SimonW on February 25, 2016, 20:34:10
...http://www.dailymail...Ooh, an opportunity to have two moans on the same page. Thanks Roadrocket, but I wouldn't wipe my arse on a Daily Mail, much less read it. Despicable publication. (I have detailed knowledge of a very sad story they "reported" on a few years ago. The report was about a million miles away from the truth and was very upsetting and damaging for all involved. And people believe the shit they write..)
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 25, 2016, 21:22:17
Like you I don't read the Daily Mail nor any other news paper and haven't done for maybe three decades or more. :topic_closed:
If you listen to Today in the mornings you'll find Mr Humphries in fine form. So......... :grin:
It's Joe not Road btw. :)
Post by: SimonW on February 25, 2016, 21:43:16
All publications are businesses and are in the business, obviously, of making money. Headlines and copy is therefore always geared towards this and may or may not be a representation of the truth. It's a crying shame that people are so influenced by it all.
I saw Mr Humphries compere a conference a few years ago and he was excellent!
And finally, ahem, sorry about the name thing :shy:
Post by: Hugo Magnus on February 26, 2016, 09:46:49
Post by: BaggyB on February 26, 2016, 10:47:30
Post by: grumps on February 26, 2016, 12:28:01
So....other newspapers don't print incorrect or badly researched articles?
I brought the Daily Mail today as I normally do.
Post by: tallpaul on February 26, 2016, 13:35:10
Post by: StromGeeza on February 26, 2016, 16:15:04
Other brands of scientific illiteracy are available but the Daily Fail sweep the medals board with stupidity. If they could have squeezed in a Diana angle they would have done.
Post by: SimonW on February 26, 2016, 18:48:22
SimonW,Re-read my post: "All publications are businesses and are in the business, obviously, of making money. Headlines and copy is therefore always geared towards this and may or may not be a representation of the truth."
So....other newspapers don't print incorrect or badly researched articles?
I brought the Daily Mail today as I normally do.
Post by: grumps on February 27, 2016, 14:46:08
Ooh, an opportunity to have two moans on the same page. Thanks Roadrocket, but I wouldn't wipe my arse on a Daily Mail, much less read it. Despicable publication. (I have detailed knowledge of a very sad story they "reported" on a few years ago. The report was about a million miles away from the truth and was very upsetting and damaging for all involved. And people believe the shit they write..)
Post by: Gassoon on February 28, 2016, 11:45:33
A salutary lesson for me, perhaps? See what I missed because I filtered out the Daily Mail years ago? Maybe I should peruse it more? I'll have a look...
*******************************************************
Later. JEEZ! No way, never again! :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: roganjoshing on February 29, 2016, 21:06:43
Post by: Fat Rat on February 29, 2016, 21:13:51
Post by: Hugo Magnus on March 01, 2016, 07:10:25
Post by: krisv on March 14, 2016, 12:04:07
Post by: Fat Rat on March 26, 2016, 21:08:27
I did ask why the item was being shipped in from elsewhere when they already had them in stock :shrug: Anyhoo, no big deal, give me my stuff!
I was told it wasn't that simple, I'd have to call Customer Services to cancel my order first. The look on my face clearly communicated to the the woman that she should make the call, which she did. She then tells me that my payment would be refunded within five days and that if I wanted to take one from stock I'd have to pay again.
It's nonsensical situations like this that is the true definition of stress for me, it's when something that should be sooo simple and should result in a satisfied customer turns into a complete feck up and makes me want to punch someone :dl_soapbox:
Needless to say, Tesco still have the same amount of stock of that item, I doubt the 16 year old Manager took my advice on where he should stick it though.
Post by: grumps on March 27, 2016, 11:00:00
A Muslim shopkeeper in Glasgow gets murdered for wishing Christians a Happy Easter :icon_exclaim:
I have Muslim colleagues and friends and wish them the best for their ceremonies. Am I to fear for my life now?
Whu can't the world just get on and live life. Maybe it should be the law that everyone rides bikes and joins this forum.
Post by: OldGeezer on March 27, 2016, 16:18:44
I ordered some electronicary from Tesco Direct
Stop whinging organising systems like this is keeping the idiots of the streets and off benefits. What else could we do with all those surplus, useless, graduates :icon_wink: :old:
Post by: AndyJOxford on March 29, 2016, 21:49:44
M25. Drove 26 miles on the dreaded M25 yesterday. Traffic was surprisingly light. But why oh why do they have to reduce the speed limits to 60, 50 and 40 mph when clearly could see that the roads were absolutely clear.I believe that when the bank balance is running low the speed limits are adjusted to bring the speed cameras on line (am I being a bit cynical?)
Did it at 3 in the morning recently, not a sole on the road but the limits were all over the place!!!
Post by: The Menace on April 09, 2016, 00:29:44
Had considered getting a helmet camera. Currently not in the mood for any more instruction manuals, software, USB leads and chargers.
Post by: tallpaul on April 09, 2016, 07:41:31
LG G4...yeah!
Post by: MartinW on April 09, 2016, 08:28:25
... Trying to create a route through Europe using the Garmin Basecamp GPS software, not intuitive at all ...True. But stick with it as once you have it sorted in your head on how it works, it is a great program :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on April 09, 2016, 15:42:07
Twat.
See, it makes me seeth just thinking about it.
Post by: boac on April 18, 2016, 10:27:48
Was the highest bidder on a screen for my Wee, still 5 days left to run on the auction so fully expecting the price to go up. Yesterday a new bidder bids £1 more than my maximum bid (that I would have increased) and two minutes later the seller ends the auction and sells to the new bidder :GRR: :GRR: The thing is, the final price was still way under value and could have at least doubled if they had let the auction run its course. What's that all about?? :icon_exclaim:
I'm no ebay expert but it seems to me that the new bidder must have contacted the seller and done a deal, apparently not against ebay rules so long as they still sell through the site but I still think it stinks.
At the end of the day the seller could have made more money so more fool them I guess, its just annoying when you enter into the bidding process in good faith, with all ebay's warnings that you are entering into a contract etc and then sly deals can still be done and you lose out.
Post by: boatmad on April 19, 2016, 22:43:44
Gave up looking before I punched the screen in temper. ### ###
Post by: joderest on April 25, 2016, 14:26:43
Why do Highways insist on putting drain hole covers on corners right on the line a biker takes ?, always in the middle. I suspect its because car wheels go either side.
I am sure there will be loads of these types posts.
And as a foot note, when the Queens reaches 100 years old, who sends the birthday card ?
Post by: boac on April 29, 2016, 15:06:03
Shan't be bidding this time :icon_no:
Post by: MartinW on April 29, 2016, 19:52:05
And as a foot note, when the Queens reaches 100 years old, who sends the birthday card ?
She will be talking to herself by then anyway.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 29, 2016, 21:42:42
And as a foot note, when the Queens reaches 100 years old, who sends the birthday card ?
That'll be the reigning monarch, King William.
Post by: joderest on April 30, 2016, 22:09:07
Post by: joderest on April 30, 2016, 22:16:36
1) adverts are dodgy, no item for sale, hence person posting the add has no idea what he is talking about
2) We have so many foreign nationals living here now that do not understand english, hence they make large mistakes when selling something on line, or, refer back to one for a dodgy deal.
I know of one deal where a buyer agreed to view a 15 foot speedboat, he met the seller at the boat compound, viewed the boat, briefly run the 50HP merc, agreed a price and handed over his cash, happy with his deal.
He went back following weekend to find the "owner" using his boat. the phone number on the advert was not available, no address details changed hands.
Its never so true as buyer beware.
Post by: ProfG on April 30, 2016, 22:24:43
It may be irritating but basically there is nothing wrong with the practice. I've lost out on some items before but it's legal.
Post by: Andy M on May 01, 2016, 07:32:16
Can anyone guess the top 4 questions I get asked? :GRR:
Andy
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 01, 2016, 10:43:43
no, if the queen reaches 100, she will still be the queen !!!!!!!!!!!!
She'll have abdicated by then, Charles will have said "bollocks to that for a job" and King Billy will be signing the cards. She'll still be a queen, just not the queen.
.....Unless the revolution's happened by then...........
Post by: boac on May 01, 2016, 16:23:29
And in this case the buyer who absolutely had to have it has now changed his mind and wants to make a quick profit. I'm out.
Post by: Bratton on May 23, 2016, 22:01:58
I hope it sleets and snows all week now :GRR:
Post by: Fat Rat on May 23, 2016, 22:24:08
Post by: Andy M on May 24, 2016, 17:42:01
Andy
Post by: Fat Rat on May 24, 2016, 20:19:39
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on May 24, 2016, 23:22:08
What is it with lorries overtaking each other at the point there the A1 goes from 3 lanes to 2, or at the start of a very long hill... or cars that just sit in the outside lane regardless of how slow they're going :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: wilkstrom on May 25, 2016, 01:07:46
I just wish that everyone exiting a roundabout with their right turn indicator still on could be struck down with acute diarrhoea for a month. Now that's the male menopause in full flight.
Post by: Fat Rat on May 25, 2016, 15:42:20
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 25, 2016, 17:02:54
Post by: ProfG on May 25, 2016, 17:20:03
Post by: user650 on May 25, 2016, 17:21:01
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 25, 2016, 17:32:12
Here y'go, prof.
http://i863.photobucket.com/albums/ab192/justsomepix/images_1.jpg
Be warned, this picture is not at all suitable for a public forum. Or a private one. Anyway, it's art.
It was only here due to its relevance to FR's graphic beak simile.
Post by: ProfG on May 25, 2016, 17:34:28
Post by: ProfG on May 25, 2016, 17:36:26
Post by: Andy M on May 25, 2016, 17:57:12
...people referring to Power Sockets as Plugs? :)
You mean plugholes?
Andy
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on May 25, 2016, 18:35:51
power outlets
:stirpot:
Post by: mr_diver on May 25, 2016, 20:22:25
Todays bollocks relates to a nice chap who has an adventure bike and now a GSX1400 who asking quite seriously for recommendations for luggage and tweaks to get the bike set up for touring.
Asking for best luggage available and any other bits that increase levels of comfort on an already fairly comfy bike.
Everyone responds along the line of:
"I've done 1,000,000miles in a day across some of the least interesting of Europe's straight highways and did it fine with no back problems 'cos I'm 'ard see."
Then adding pictures of their bikes loaded up in petrol stations with no related information to the questions asked.
that's why I hate Facebook! Its full of ar$€#0l€$
Post by: Andy M on May 25, 2016, 20:48:41
lol :crazy: :shock: lol lol lol
Andy
Post by: tallpaul on May 25, 2016, 20:54:08
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 25, 2016, 22:18:11
"I would enter the nun for the cock-measuring contest. "
Post by: mr_diver on May 25, 2016, 22:41:04
Post by: ProfG on May 25, 2016, 23:07:56
Post by: Brewers Whoop on June 05, 2016, 08:43:27
That's better. Lovely.
Post by: Hugo Magnus on June 05, 2016, 09:28:31
True. But stick with it as once you have it sorted in your head on how it works, it is a great program :thumb:
Martin, once you've mastered Basecamp, and started following your route - and then want/need to skip a bit out; how do you stop the Garmin (590) from tying to take you back to the bit that you skipped?
Post by: Andy M on June 05, 2016, 11:44:38
Renual from Bikesure 240 quid.
Small print : "We'll take it off your credit card, ring us if you don't like it, only 33p a minute while you are on hold :bawl: "
So:
Email their general enquiry people to stop renual :dance:
Go compare to find they quote £190. :groan:
Accept and fill in form telling them to go talk to themselves :dl_smiley_banghead:
You just know they are going to query their own internal communication :icon_batterup:
If only we had REGO instead of this state sponsored mugging.
Andy
Post by: V-Strom3 on June 06, 2016, 00:30:07
You can enter either the company name or enter a phone number, even works with 09 numbers.
It gives you possible alternative phone numbers.
Post by: MartinW on June 06, 2016, 17:08:52
Martin, once you've mastered Basecamp, and started following your route - and then want/need to skip a bit out; how do you stop the Garmin (590) from tying to take you back to the bit that you skipped?Andy - I'm assuming you mean you have put a route in Basecamp and loaded it through Trip Planner and are actually on the ride?
If so, try the back arrow, Apps, Trip Planner.
You should see "Active Trip" at the top of the list, so choose that.
All the way points come up, click the one you want to bypass.
Click "Remove Location" and "Yes"
Click "Go"
Click your next destination.
There might be an easier way :shrug:
Post by: Andy M on June 06, 2016, 19:02:52
.
There might be an easier way :shrug:
I never found it. I swear the day I finally flip and end up eating all my meals through a straw while studying the padded wall paper will begin with that dozy yankee tart banging on about "Off rout, make a ewe turn". I think its a secret CIA project.
My 14 quid phone app doesn't do this :stirpot:
Andy
Post by: Hugo Magnus on June 06, 2016, 20:08:57
Andy - I'm assuming you mean you have put a route in Basecamp and loaded it through Trip Planner and are actually on the ride? Yes!I very much appreciate your trying to help, thank you.
If so, try the back arrow, Apps, Trip Planner.
You should see "Active Trip" at the top of the list, so choose that.
All the way points come up, click the one you want to bypass.
Click "Remove Location" and "Yes"
Click "Go"
Click your next destination.
How do you know which is your next way point when they are just dots on a road?
There might be an easier way :shrug:
I would like to take Mr Garmin on one of my trips and then he would know how to make his device idiot proof :grin:
Post by: MartinW on June 06, 2016, 20:18:48
Maybe your 590 works differently to my 340LM?
Post by: Hugo Magnus on June 06, 2016, 20:30:03
Post by: Andy M on June 08, 2016, 12:50:49
Andy
Post by: TLPower on June 10, 2016, 14:59:36
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on June 23, 2016, 09:34:07
Post by: user650 on June 23, 2016, 18:07:26
Post by: TLPower on June 23, 2016, 18:55:28
Post by: Brockett on July 10, 2016, 12:15:48
So I'm watching it on my PC via Eurosport Player. It's the same picture that I'd get on TV but I won't have sky due to their abysmal customer care with is more like " nothing is our fault so switch it off and then on again". W**kers.
BSB TV then why oh! why oh! why do they play sounds ( I hate to call it music) when they are giving the race results? Surely what the announcer ( Barnacle Bill) is saying is worth listening to or it isn't in which case tell him to shut up.
And then when the action is hotting up the camera cuts away to look at the crowd or the pit crew so we miss what is going on, on the track.
Post by: Brockett on July 10, 2016, 12:35:28
So there's a form asking me about bike modifications.
Is the engine modified? there is no "yes" or "No" to click on but a "cross" or a "tick".
Does cross mean yes it's modified or no it hasn't been?
Ha Ha Ha.
It doesn't matter as whatever I click on takes me to the same page asking questions about the engine modifications and you can't leave the boxes blank.
Same for Air intake and exhausts and wheels and suspension and frame etc and et bloody cetera.
I ring them
The girl says it must be MY COMPUTER as there have been no IT issues reported to them.
YES I AM REPORTING AN I.T. ISSUE.
Then girl says " if you can't manage the on-line forms we can send paper ones"
I try to keep calm and explain I use internet banking and internet shopping and internet car and house insurance so I am not incapable of using a PC.
"So I send you the forms in the post then shall I?"
"Are you going to report my complaint to your I.T. desk?"
"There have been no reports of I.T. problems"
I hung up before before I said something criminal
But then four days later I tried again only to find the same problem with their on-line forms and again I phoned and spoke a different person ( girl) but sadly the conversation was almost identical.
Customer care is obviously an illusion here.
----------------------------------------------------------------------
I dread to think how I'll be treated should I need to claim.
Post by: TLPower on July 10, 2016, 16:15:05
BSB is on Quest Brockett.
Post by: Brockett on July 10, 2016, 19:14:10
Post by: MartinW on July 10, 2016, 20:00:11
- James Nesbitt's Ireland
Cornwall with Caroline Quentin
Paul O'Grady's Animal Orphans
Man & Beast with Martin Clunes
Masterpiece with Alan Titchmarsh
Tales from Northumberland with Robson Green
Backshall's Deadly Adventures
If the program is that crap that you need to try and attract some viewers by throwing a Celeb's name into the program title, then it probably isn't worth watching in the first place.
Having said that, I have watched two of them :shy: :)
Post by: mr_diver on July 10, 2016, 21:39:48
Martin, I am in complete agreement with you.
Post by: StromGeeza on July 11, 2016, 09:23:26
For some reason I read that as 'extreme fisting' with Robson Green.
Still not sure I'd watch that though....
I have just made my 1,000th post! :ty:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 11, 2016, 15:09:42
Post by: tallpaul on July 11, 2016, 17:24:51
Post by: Andy M on July 11, 2016, 18:48:52
Andy
Post by: MartinW on July 11, 2016, 19:38:32
Post by: Relevant11 on July 11, 2016, 20:03:15
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 11, 2016, 20:39:39
Lights out then! lol
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on July 15, 2016, 22:51:55
Post by: S2Rgar on July 16, 2016, 12:27:15
Anyone know why car drivers feel the need to swerve from the outside lane to take exit slips at the last minute?
This annoys me more than anything else on the road too... I'm on the Edinburgh City Bypass most days of the week and the ar$eholes that do just that right in front of me is getting out of hand :icon_batterup: At all the upcoming exits I've now taken to closing up to within inches of the arse of the vehicle in front of me to stop it happening and if I can time it right it makes Mr Impatient miss his exit which always makes me feel a whole lot better :grin:
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 20, 2016, 17:43:24
Post by: In me shed on August 12, 2016, 19:14:25
Post by: In me shed on August 19, 2016, 17:33:32
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on November 10, 2016, 21:23:57
Pull up directly opposite kiosk bit of the shop. Side-stand down, engine off. Helmet flipped up (Shoei Neotec), unplug heated jacket, key out, off bike, bike on centre stand, petrol cap open, nozzle in. Attendant over speakers:
"Pump number one, take your helmet off"
Me looking directly at him "I'm not taking it off"
"You have to take your helmet off"
Me "I'm not taking it off".
Nozzle out, petrol cap close. Bike off centre stand, climb on bike, heated jacket plugged in & turned on. Ignition on, side-step up. Off I go.
Two things annoy me about this. 1. He could clearly see my face,as could the camera directly above the kiosk. Had I been wearing a full face helmet, I could understand him wanting me to take it off.. 2. If I did take it off, the only place to put it is on a wet floor covered in diesel/petrol. That's not going to happen. Now I use this petrol station fairly regularly without issue but this just boils my p$$$ :dl_smiley_banghead: The last time this happened to me was at a Tesco petrol station in the middle of the day - never been back since.
Anyway the lady at the BP garage had no qualms about me filling up as above.
Incidentally, whilst I was at the BP garage a chap wearing a hat walks up to the pump with a petrol can and fills up. I wondered if he'd gone into the Shell garage whether he'd have been told to remove his hat before filling up?
Post by: Brockett on November 10, 2016, 21:38:27
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on November 10, 2016, 22:26:43
Post by: Fat Rat on November 10, 2016, 22:43:34
Post by: TLPower on November 11, 2016, 05:36:21
Post by: bigpie on November 11, 2016, 07:04:36
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Post by: Brockett on November 11, 2016, 08:30:10
Post by: V-Strom3 on November 11, 2016, 08:47:21
If they want you to remove your helmet the should also provide an area that is safe and regularly cleaned for storage whilst fueling.
Post by: bigpie on November 11, 2016, 09:48:11
If only there was a cheap enough electric bike that could get me to work with my heated gear on, and have a battery I could take up to the office and charge while I work, then I'd never have to wait to fill up.
Post by: ProfG on November 11, 2016, 09:56:31
while some bloody woman does some unnecessary shopping (they can't resist it - poor things.
oooooooooooooooooo <and drawing in a sharp breath>
Sexist
Discriminatory
Chauvinistic
and Dinasauristic (if that is a word - I'm sure it is in what is now known as Trumplandia)
In Other words you TRUMPed it lol lol
Post by: Fat Rat on November 11, 2016, 11:04:19
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on November 11, 2016, 13:17:31
I use pay at pump, I don't even have to turn heated vest off.
I would have done, but in their recent 'improvements' to the Shell garage they removed all the pay-at-the pump options. On the way home I tried to go for petrol at Asda to use pay at pump but they had closed the petrol station with no signage from main road :dl_smiley_banghead: The BP garage didn't do Pay at Pump either :bawl:
FR, better a bag than the often wide rear that people have that does the same :-x
Post by: ProfG on November 11, 2016, 13:34:15
FR, better a bag than the often wide rear that people have that does the same :-x
Don't knock it. Freddy Mercury loved them - of the female variety that it :grin:
Post by: bigpie on November 11, 2016, 13:35:17
Why ride in a tin can on a track full of the general public when you can get there any other way? Even if it's minus -20 and raining, it's still more pleasant to ride than endure having smelly stranger sat on your lap and three more crammed in your personal space. All this while you all listen to gangster rap on some shi**y speakers a yoof has brought on and are stuck on the track going nowhere because it's the wrong sort of rain or a leaf landed on the track somewhere and you have been charged a small fortune for the experience.
Post by: Fat Rat on November 11, 2016, 13:56:38
Post by: bigpie on November 11, 2016, 14:31:24
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Post by: Fat Rat on November 11, 2016, 14:43:27
Post by: Brockett on November 11, 2016, 20:51:14
Post by: ProfG on November 20, 2016, 17:37:28
D!ckhead messages me whether it is unlocked and can it be used to make calls :shock:
Aaaaaaarrrrrrrgggggggggggghhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 20, 2016, 17:54:29
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 20, 2016, 18:24:59
Has this come up before?
:dl_soapbox:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 20, 2016, 18:33:50
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 20, 2016, 19:40:46
Post by: MartinW on November 20, 2016, 19:47:23
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 20, 2016, 21:16:35
Post by: ProfG on November 20, 2016, 21:40:20
3 weeks ago a fellow bid for an item and won it. He did not have the money and wanted me to wait until he got the money sorted out 10 days later. I agreed if he would send me a deposit. He said he would and that he would ask his girlfriend to make the full payment. 2 weeks later nothing, so I contacted him and he did not have the money and wanted to wait until he got paid at the end of the month. To be honest I felt sorry for him and told him I would relist the item but if he came up with the money I would pull the sale off eBay and send him it. He agreed. I know I should've reported him for messing me about and declared him a non-payer but I honestly felt sorry for him as he kept on promising to 100% pay for it as he put it.
Anyway, I put the item for sale again and today it sold. After it had sold this fellow contacted me saying he wants it. :violence-smack:
Reported him to eBay. Unfortunately seller cannot leave negative feedback or I would've done so :violence-smack:
Post by: Andy M on November 22, 2016, 12:04:26
I give short shrift to most of the guff on the basis that as soon ss you say yes they'll ask for more.
Can I collect from your house ; no I don't want to wait in for you and have you come back with buyers guilt three weeks later.
Will you ship to Nigeria; No, the last bloke claimed it never landed and EBAY took my money. Use Gadaffis gold or the money resting in your account and buy from the dealer.
Will you end the auction if I offer cash: No I do not wish you and your brother to try and knock the price down. I will not be paying your uncle a sellers comission for coming to see it.
Will it fit a 1994 CBR750 RS? No, absolutely not. The fact you asked if a Moto Guzzi part will fit a Honda suggests you are clueless and are going to be hard work. You probably sell chain lube for Guzzis don't you?
Is it in perfect condition? No. Nothing is perfect and I bet our ideas differ. Used means I took it out of the box and used it.
I can see a bike lift in the back of the picture, is that included? No, and neither is the garage, my thumb or next doors cat.
Remember the old sales addage that the customer is always right includes the word customer; someone who buys something. Idiots wanting free stuff aren't buying.
Andy
Post by: grumps on November 26, 2016, 10:04:58
Another consumer con of course.
Like pre-diluted screenwash.
Post by: tallpaul on November 26, 2016, 10:06:19
Sent using carrier pigeon...
Post by: grumps on November 26, 2016, 10:07:52
Post by: tallpaul on November 26, 2016, 10:10:26
Sent using carrier pigeon...
Post by: RustyCavalier on December 02, 2016, 21:07:19
Not that I care about putting my foot down and stopping, but I really didn't need to because the dead sailor floating round the roundabout just turned off before me.
High plains drifters who sit in lane 3 of the motorway for no apparent reason. In order to pass them I need to move from lane one all the way out to lane 4 and then back again.
Oh, one more. Sorry we missed you leaflets from Royal Mail.
Well I'm sorry too. I work all the same hours your collection office is open and I'm sorry my kids rabbit didn't sign for it. Now we can play parcel drop tennis for the next week.
There are others but this will do for now.
Post by: tallpaul on December 02, 2016, 21:15:15
Sent using carrier pigeon...
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 02, 2016, 21:19:50
Post by: Stonec0ld on December 02, 2016, 21:38:58
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Post by: joderest on December 02, 2016, 22:29:22
I bid and won a 2nd hand suspension pump for my Discovery for 0.99p, which I could not believe, I had already asked the seller before I bid if he would post it, and he said yes. After the auction, I asked him to add posting costs, and he replied, collection only. When I reminded him he had agreed to post, he said it would be £23.00, so I said, OK (£24.00 for a pump was still good).
He then replied he dropped it in the garage, and it was no good now and cancelled the sale !!!!!!
I suspect he wanted a bit more than 0.99p !!!!!!
Post by: TLPower on December 03, 2016, 06:43:58
Another annual moan at tossers who don't turn on their lights or believe that sidelights are sufficient. We've moved on from 6v electrics and dynamos you dim (literally) tw*ts.
Post by: tallpaul on December 03, 2016, 09:15:20
Sent using carrier pigeon...
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 03, 2016, 09:28:16
Post by: Andy M on December 03, 2016, 13:37:51
...the drl thing - why did they only make it mandatory for the front??? :icon_exclaim:
Political compromise. The Southern countries note DRL's camoflage brake and other signal lights against a sea of now single level illumination at dusk. The Northern countries note anything is better in fog than a white car with only the drivers phone screen to mark it out. They split the difference and while **** for everyone avoided another three years delay and taxpayer funded trips frogside.
If the Landrover suspension pump is a WABCO electric compressor, accept you bought a 40-grand car and take it the dealers. Its thermal protection is in the controller in the dashboard. Run it for 45 seconds because the problem is the control side and it'll burn out. When the dealers do this they hide the evidence and quietly order another one.
Andy
Post by: Brockett on December 09, 2016, 20:42:47
Such as :- "blah blah blah and I would of gone to the manager and complained....." and
"we should of seen a different doctor .... "
Post by: Fat Rat on December 10, 2016, 21:05:50
Gibberish :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: grumps on December 11, 2016, 10:32:15
Reminds me of when the kids were young and we were in Courtmacsherry in Co Cork and the local kids were having a disco - hundreds of them -singing to "Living Next Door to Alice" but changing the words to ""next door to Alice, who the f**k is Alice?" :lala: The locals seemed to think it quite normal lol
Post by: Andy M on December 11, 2016, 14:01:44
Andy
Post by: Andy M on December 18, 2016, 09:52:22
The installer isn't a real Gas fitter, so once he's stuffed up your heating they just say Ooops, jump in their nice warm van and **** off. I lost all day yesterday waiting for a lovely man from British Gas to fix a blown boiler circuit board. Imagine the fun if you'd had half a day off work and didn't have the insurance :bawl:
If gets better. The smart meter shows the ripping barstewards have quietly popped us on their highest tarriff. If I switch suppliers there is a good chance the ***ing meter will go dumb and we can start all over again!
Advice then, ditch NoPower, get yourself on a decent tarriff, let the new supplier install their meter and have the seventh emergency service on speed dial!
Andy
Post by: wilkstrom on December 18, 2016, 11:12:35
Post by: NTBooth on January 09, 2017, 03:20:46
Its been to the garage three times already!!
First time
They cut some new keys for me with new chips in - didn't fix it so went back again.(also couldn't get the steering lock to work and this is when I found out its because of an aftermarket lock barrel that wasn't long enough to allow the steering lock to work!)
Second time
Chip reader was changed and that should have been the end of it, still having the odd bit of trouble so took it back again just to have a quick chat about it etc....couldn't get the bugger started when I came out so ended up leaving it there leading to the third time.
Third time
New lock barrel - new keys - new ignition switch. I was hoping this would be the end of it!!
Came out of work tonight, had to spend an hour and a half trying to start the bugger.... :rain: finally it started after the Mrs had to come to the rescue with jump leads (because at this point I'd worn the battery out). got 50 yards up the road AND THE :dl_soapbox: COMPLETELY CUT OUT ON ME :dl_hyperhysteria: so, charged it up again - back to the original problem - HISS won't turn off....another hour later I just packed up, admitted defeat, secured the bike and came home.
Ever since I started driving I said I wanted to stay away from anything with any kind of electrical devices on that could go wrong, then decided I was being a mad arse and should just move on with the times and when I do...I get a big kick in the groin for all my efforts. :icon_batterup:
Thinking I might ask for my Strom back :bawl:
Post by: Brockett on January 21, 2017, 14:01:22
As some may know I recently bought a Wee ....
The DVLA sent the logbook but when I looked at it I found they have mangled the name of my bungalow and turned a one word title into two words.
For example "OAKDENE" became "OAK DENE".
I don't believe it .....
While I don't care about this little error I am sure others such as my insurance company will. So I amended the recently received registration certificate by highlighting the incorrect wording and completing section 6 and signing section 8 as per their instructions, in section 5.
Today I received two envelopes from the DVLA. First one I opened was a replacement Registration document with my address shown correctly.
The second letter contained a cheque for £68.33 for outstanding balance of road tax and a note acknowledging that I was no longer the registered keeper.
I don't believe it ...
Fortunately I am still fiddling with it and am not yet ready to ride it. That is good because I could well have been out on it today and could have been "pinged" by ANPR and bounced by a patrol car.
How lucky that I don't ride my bike to work .... as this is going to take quite some while to sort out.
I wonder if they have a phone number .....
Post by: Brockett on January 21, 2017, 14:47:39
I checked the DVLA web site and can see the bike has had no road tax since 16 Jan 2017.
Also the number of previous owners has gone up by one ( assume the transaction was from me to me).
I found a phone number that seem to charge 12p per minute (So that'll be a few quid before I can get through to the right person and another sqillion quid while I wait for them to admit it is their fault and agree to put it right.
Meanwhile as it's not taxed or on a sorn I am in fear of being consigned to the naughty step.
Grrrrrrrrrrrrr.
Post by: grumps on January 21, 2017, 15:18:05
Post by: SimonW on January 21, 2017, 15:31:25
...I found a phone number that seem to charge 12p per minute (So that'll be a few quid before I can get through to the right person and another sqillion quid while I wait for them to admit it is their fault and agree to put it right...This might help: https://www.saynoto0870.com/companysearch.php
Post by: Brockett on January 21, 2017, 19:52:02
Simon - my pc cannot resolve that link.
Post by: MartinW on January 21, 2017, 20:06:32
Post by: hotbulb on January 21, 2017, 20:09:51
Simon - my pc cannot resolve that link.Try deleting the ..."/search.php" part of the link.
Post by: Brockett on January 23, 2017, 12:02:50
As it turned out they responded PDQ (this morning).
Thank you for your email received on 21/1/17. Your email reference number is 4074006.
I have passed your details on to the relevant department with 2 requests.
I have instructed the department to issue a replacement V5C Registration Certificate displaying the correct amount of registered keepers.
I have also requested that the vehicle tax be re-instated on to the vehicle record. Please destroy the cheque, you are not required to return it to the DVLA. Please do not cash the cheque.
Please allow up to 4 weeks for delivery of the replacement V5C and if not received within this time please contact us.
You are fully covered to use the vehicle now that this matter has been reported.
I'll keep you all posted ......
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 23, 2017, 13:40:47
Post by: Fat Rat on January 24, 2017, 19:14:29
Post by: MartinW on January 24, 2017, 20:00:04
Post by: Fat Rat on January 24, 2017, 20:18:10
You moaning old bastards :old: :smirk:
Post by: Graham62 on January 24, 2017, 20:20:25
Post by: tallpaul on January 24, 2017, 21:50:42
Sent using carrier pigeon...
Post by: Fat Rat on January 24, 2017, 22:47:49
Post by: Brockett on January 25, 2017, 09:52:55
evryfink or nuffink or sumpfink
I have notice, the prefix "iearrrmmm" frequently used by Liverpool and Manchester youth when responding to a question. BBC vox pop etc.
Post by: stevecro on January 28, 2017, 04:33:55
Being aged early 60s and schooled in the 60s when mental arithmetic, English grammar, sentence construction really mattered I sometimes amuse myself by responding to someone's heartfelt comment in the paper by saying "I think you meant to use the word ....", thereby peeing them off by trivialising their whole rant.
Here's one for starters:
"There were less than 400 people at that rally against domestic violence in Sydney today"
Me: "I think you meant 'fewer than', didn't you"
Post by: stevecro on January 28, 2017, 04:41:06
And don't get me started on journalists (often pompous and elated by their clever word-smithing) presenting and purporting to understand graphs and percentages.
The joy I've had correcting them in the comments section of their articles or by email to tell them to stick to the things they understand or contact me in future if they want things explained.
Post by: stevecro on January 28, 2017, 04:47:29
And those bastards who ask them for their opinions.
Post by: TLPower on January 28, 2017, 05:25:49
Post by: Brockett on January 28, 2017, 12:10:30
Oh! yes Rusty "what could possibly go wrong" - 23 Jan-
Today I received a letter from the DVLA demanding the return (in the enclosed envelope) of the cheque, sent in error, that they previously told me to destroy, there was, however, no return envelope.
They also instructed me to destroy the incorrect V5C form.
I have written to DVLA pointing out their contradictory instructions regarding the cheque and my raising my concern that they will now demand return of the V5C after it has been destroyed just as they have, the cheque.
I am now formerly instructing the DVLA to sit on the naughty step until they come to their senses.
Post by: Fat Rat on January 28, 2017, 12:13:00
Post by: Fat Rat on January 28, 2017, 12:13:09
Post by: Brockett on January 28, 2017, 12:15:40
Post by: Fat Rat on January 28, 2017, 14:25:36
Post by: stevecro on January 29, 2017, 02:28:09
Do you feel better now Steve? :)
yep. Pierced the boil
Post by: earthcore on February 01, 2017, 10:20:19
:grin:
after a year of nasty stabby pains 2 weeks after the op my shoulder is working again
so you'll have to put up with my piss taking n general stupidity again this year
they wouldn't give me the metalwork they took out :-(
but I'm moving n constantly doing physio to build the strength up
so won't be long before I'm riding again
feels like forever
picked up an old DR600 that I've revived so I've not got to deal with the weight of the strom straight away, so ill be off to find some mud as soon as I can ride
be good to catch up with everone again
hope alls well in your respective worlds
ride hard ride free
n enjoy every minute :thumb:
Post by: MartinW on February 01, 2017, 10:24:40
Post by: Brockett on February 01, 2017, 11:29:35
I would advise taking it easy and slowly working your way back to riding.
But what would be the point? :roll:
Post by: user650 on February 01, 2017, 15:58:02
Post by: TLPower on February 01, 2017, 19:51:18
I take it you've gone for the DR in a bid to escape the scenery when you've left the road by accident lol lol lol Does it have airbags?
As Brockett said take it easy(ish) and start plotting a route for North Leics.
Post by: Ridaz on February 02, 2017, 07:23:05
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Post by: wurzel on February 02, 2017, 07:42:38
Post by: Graham62 on February 02, 2017, 08:52:52
Post by: earthcore on February 02, 2017, 09:55:05
the DR is just lighter
will mean I can get back on 2 wheels quicker
not got any airbags but there has been talk of a michelin man suit
lol lol lol
be great to catch up with you all again
and plan back to the adventure rider centre in sept too
enjoy the ride, see you soon
Post by: JonJo on February 07, 2017, 20:23:18
Heard 'analogue-y' the other day. FFS! ### ### ###
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 07, 2017, 20:37:06
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 24, 2017, 18:54:50
His last advice is....."Don't take any sh*t from anybody".
Trouble is I/we do............ :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: earthcore on March 04, 2017, 12:59:06
the shadow makes it easy though :grin:
so drop me a line if you fancy meeting up
thinking a route round ashby mallory donnington way
and the services near donnington an easy meet up
will put a note in the ride out section
and cheers again for all the good wishes
see y'all soon :lala: :lala: :lala:
Post by: MartinW on March 04, 2017, 14:17:41
Post by: Brockett on March 05, 2017, 16:43:44
Been using it for eight years and always hated the mic on its coiled wire mount. I have read others hate it too, but the advice to them was that it can't be cut off without the whole unit failing.
Well. I can now say it can be cut off as long as the mini co-axial wiring is fixed/ taped to ensure they do not short out. I taped it and shrink wrapped it.
I was concerned that the mic wiring might have also provided an aerial. It doesn't.
It works fine.
This may mean nothing to you, but for me it is a significant victory for Brockett bodgery vs. sound technical advice.
Post by: MartinW on June 15, 2017, 11:21:47
Post by: TLPower on June 15, 2017, 16:02:12
Post by: Andy M on June 18, 2017, 15:55:25
Current moan would have to be that it's too *****y hot. Gets the masses decamping from shopping centres onto the roads. Bring back April!
Andy
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 08, 2017, 20:31:10
http://www.bbc.com/culture/story/20170707-the-gorilla-that-loves-to-look-at-smartphones
Why? :angry-banghead:
Post by: Loz on July 11, 2017, 10:05:15
buyer - I'll have that, send me your paypal addy
Me - message sent
:whistle: :whistle: :whistle: :whistle:
3 days later, and nothing :shrug:
what is up with some people :crazy:
Post by: Miggs on July 11, 2017, 10:32:50
He borrowed it for a weekend. A week later I popped round to do a couple of things.
Discovered a sink full of filthy dishes, baked bean encrusted saucepan, fat splattered everywhere from bacon sarnies, and top it all, toilet cassette still full and brimming!
I said WTF!!??
He said.....what's the problem?
Is it me???
Post by: TLPower on July 11, 2017, 16:01:26
Post by: Miggs on July 11, 2017, 16:14:03
I blame the parents.... :)
Oh, so it IS me :icon_no:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on July 11, 2017, 17:19:15
I was leaving a petrol station yesterday when I saw a chap coming out of McDonald's with his daughter (c.10yr old) getting on his sportsbike. Dad in full leathers, daughter in leggings and t-shirt. May just be me, but if you feel the need to be in full leathers surely your child should have as equally protective clothing :shrug:
Post by: MartinW on July 11, 2017, 19:21:45
TLP - I blame your Parents.
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 11, 2017, 19:33:30
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 11, 2017, 19:50:07
Post by: TLPower on July 11, 2017, 20:00:14
Post by: Fat Rat on July 24, 2017, 17:13:05
Post by: grumps on July 24, 2017, 17:17:50
" Slow Down - Show Dogs in Transit"
So bloody what? Will I be driving any more carefully just because you've got some over-bred mutts in the car?
Post by: Fat Rat on July 24, 2017, 17:27:30
Post by: Brockett on July 24, 2017, 17:34:25
Post by: Brockett on July 24, 2017, 17:35:12
Post by: grumps on July 24, 2017, 17:41:40
So do I cos I don't want the things kicking shi*e out of my car or bike.
Post by: Fat Rat on July 24, 2017, 17:48:33
Oh, there are still people on this very site who insist on writing that gibberish here :icon_batterup:
Post by: grumps on July 24, 2017, 18:02:14
Post by: TLPower on July 25, 2017, 07:43:17
People who refer to a vehicles instruments as "clocks".
Clocks tell me the time, nowt else.
The collection of various gauges, meters for speed, revolutions per minute, temperature of the coolant and fuel level (if fitted) are not clocks, they are INSTRUMENTS formed in a cluster.
Please do not get me started on people calling gears "cogs"...... ###
Post by: King Orry on July 25, 2017, 13:24:23
Speedo and rev counters were originally made by clock makers like Smiths, so clocks they were.. and clocks they always will be. :icon_batterup:
Instruments, just noooo.. :icon_no: save that for the orchestra ????
going to 'cog' it down a gear or two now and disappear.. :grin:
Post by: TLPower on July 25, 2017, 13:48:51
Not CLOCKS. :stirpot:
Post by: AlanT on July 25, 2017, 16:13:48
From the horses mouth....
"History of SMITHS Instruments
Samuel Smith & Son
Samuel Smith Junior began selling clocks and watches in the Strand, London in 1871. By the turn of the twentieth century they were the premier clock and watch supplier in London and at the same time taking their first steps into manufacture of automotive speedometers. Through the twentieth century the product portfolio grew and the name Smiths became synonymous with automotive components. One of the factories producing instrumentation was in Ystradgynlais, South Wales, formerly the Celtic Clock and Watch factory known locally, even today, as ‘Tick-Tock.’"
Also....
"Smiths became the dominant supplier of instruments to British motorcar and motorcycle firms"
Post by: TLPower on July 25, 2017, 18:58:40
You see King Orry what an education can do for you. NOT CLOCKS.
Post by: Ridaz on July 25, 2017, 19:10:58
Getgeared!!!!! Getfecked!
Post by: TLPower on July 25, 2017, 19:20:22
Sportsbike shop are ace. :thumb:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 25, 2017, 19:41:31
Post by: TLPower on July 25, 2017, 19:56:27
Post by: Ridaz on July 25, 2017, 20:28:37
Post by: Fat Rat on July 25, 2017, 20:34:49
Post by: Ridaz on July 25, 2017, 21:31:06
Post by: King Orry on July 25, 2017, 22:15:46
Quote.. "formerly the Celtic Clock and Watch factory known locally, even today, as ‘Tick-Tock'.’"
So they made Clocks.. Tick-Tocks.. and it was waaaay before any mention of ins..inst..instr.. gawd, I can't even say the word..
Thanks for proving me 100% correct and clearing that up once and for all Alan ????
Clocks they are then. :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on July 26, 2017, 06:35:16
(http://www.tobiasbirch.com/images/productimages/large/dentcarriage.jpg)
So easy to confuse I suppose.....
Tick,,,,,,,,,,tock.......
Post by: AlanT on July 26, 2017, 08:09:38
Hang on.....smiths-instruments......?
Post by: earthcore on July 26, 2017, 08:12:32
so
a friends mate was mugged this weekend
3 young lads, on crossers, masked up, no lids
and almost certainly no licences, tax etc
possibly underage
and this isn't in london, in nottingham
earlier in the year a gang of " marauding" youths on quads and crossers riding through the city centre down pavements diagonally across road junctions and across pelican crossings was plastered all over the local news
in certain areas I've had them ride around me ( round both sides, as I'm riding across town, )
again no helmets etc and no idea of safe road use
2 things
where is this trend coming from?
and what as bikers can we do to minimise the effect it has on everyday non bikers?
because after years of improving the "image" of bikers
this is having the effect of making people wary of people on bikes again
anyone that knows me knows I am not a stickler for law and order lol
but I hate it when things like this draw unwanted attention
and they make every biker in the country look crap
what can we do?
answers on a postcard please lol
Post by: Relevant11 on July 26, 2017, 08:54:01
Growing up in the Peak District we where no angels on our Xl 125 s
Going places we had no right to, one particular Farmer pursued me off his favourite bit of snowy moorland until I went tits up on the first bit of ice covered tarmac we came to. After a slide that seemed to go on forever the farmers howls of laughter ensured I never troubled him again !
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 26, 2017, 12:12:29
Yeah! Most of us did a few wrong/foolish things when we were younger (probably still do) but if we were caught we were disciplined accordingly. Today that poor overworked copper catches someone, spends hours doing the paperwork, gets the offender in court and the magistrate/judge slaps them on the wrist (not too hard though, it's against their human rights)!! :dl_soapbox:
Post by: Brockett on July 26, 2017, 17:05:20
Post by: Ridaz on July 26, 2017, 18:31:47
Bashtard mail order companies that allow you to place an order before telling you the item is out of stock... ### ### ###
Getgeared!!!!! Getfecked!
Sorry for the quote but nobody will know what I'm on about....
Bashtard mail order companies that allow you to place an order before telling you the item is out of stock... ### ### ###
Getgeared!!!!! Getfecked! Gets an email from them today to say the item is dispatched!!! Why feck me about like that!
Post by: TLPower on July 26, 2017, 18:32:53
Post by: Brockett on July 26, 2017, 19:48:24
"How many miles on the "clock?"
"Really! .... has it been clocked?"
Post by: In me shed on July 26, 2017, 20:01:47
Post by: TLPower on July 26, 2017, 21:30:00
Clock up definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary
https://www.collinsdictionary.com/dictionary/english/clock-up
Post by: King Orry on July 28, 2017, 00:36:21
All the bikes I started riding on in the 70's and 80's had big, often chrome, Clocks.
They were never called instruments.. that term was never heard of, or even mentioned in any write-ups, by anyone, ever. (Not even in the wonderously alien Cycle World!).
I remember being fabulously impressed by r-kids K6 CB750 back in 1976.. it had an oil warning, and high beam idiot light, but only one for both the indicators.. (seem to think the '77 version had two). And when my other brother bought a Z650 in 1979 and we discovered it had Hazard warning lights fitted, Wow.. we thought the whole world had gone mad, and hoped it'd break down just so we could use em. :grin:
I can see these days they look more like something from a sci-fi film than a speedo, but to me, and many-many more, they are, and always will be.. whatever their form.. Clocks.
(even if they become a head-up display in my visor). :thumb:
Post by: In me shed on July 28, 2017, 13:04:30
Post by: TLPower on July 28, 2017, 15:07:12
Post by: Ridaz on July 28, 2017, 15:50:42
Post by: SuzukiSte on July 28, 2017, 15:57:29
Post by: MartinW on July 28, 2017, 16:06:24
Anyway, 100 pages of moaning CLOCKed up. Great work team :thumb:
Post by: In me shed on July 28, 2017, 16:18:05
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/news/uknews/road-and-rail-transport/10859140/Driver-clocked-at-149mph-on-M25.html
Post by: AlanT on July 28, 2017, 16:30:36
For all the 1950's and 60's blokes and gals its clocks :stirpot: lol
Is it b*ll*cks. I've been riding on and off since 1974 and it was never 'clocks' Back in the day I had a 'speedo' or maybe a 'speedo and rev counter'.
My RD200 didn't have a clock, nor did my GT250X7, CX500s, or GT550. My Glee has a clock, but that sits below the speedo and I use it to tell me the time.
Post by: SuzukiSte on July 28, 2017, 19:02:50
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 28, 2017, 21:00:00
Quote from: AlanT
Is it b*ll*cks. I've been riding on and off since 1974 and it was never 'clocks' Back in the day I had a 'speedo' or maybe a 'speedo and rev counter'
I got my first bike in 1970, that had a 'speedo' above the handlebars! Then, a few years later I got one of them new Japanese things (they had been around a while but it was new to me) and that had a 'rev counter'! But collectively they were clocks! :stirpot:
Post by: Fat Rat on July 28, 2017, 21:12:58
Anyway, 100 pages of moaning CLOCKed up. Great work team :thumb:
Yes, especially as the first ever response to this thread was;
if that's all that bothers you . you need help life is too short get out on that bike buy a cigar stop at a lake sit down and relax with some peace and quiet oh and don't forget the flask of coffee enjoy :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on July 28, 2017, 21:59:23
Then I looked for motorbike/motorcycle instruments.
http://begin-motorcycling.co.uk/the-5-elements-of-cbt/element-b/the-instrument-panel/
Just to be certain, I tried calling our dog Norman. Guess what he ignored me because Norman isn't his name. His name is Charlie Bucket. Tomorrow I'll call him washing machine, wait a minute that's not his name either.... :thumb:
Post by: King Orry on July 29, 2017, 01:06:25
Sorry for causing such sh!t, but great.. a century of moan pages.
Thanks for the entertainment folks. :grin:
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 29, 2017, 08:15:21
I got my first bike in 1970, that had a 'speedo' above the handlebars! Then, a few years later I got one of them new Japanese things (they had been around a while but it was new to me) and that had a 'rev counter'! But collectively they were clocks! :stirpot:
How did swimming trunks and a few parsons get into this BM? lol
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 29, 2017, 09:57:26
Post by: Stonec0ld on August 04, 2017, 18:24:03
Went to a shop to buy a present for my wife's birthday and they didn't have it in, so I tried online. In stock, free delivery, job done at 8.15 this morning, I'm all smug because I've got her birthday all sorted 3 weeks early. Get an email at 3 this afternoon saying it's out of stock and they'll inform me when they have it back in stock.
No timescales, no offer to refund. When is it coming? Do I wait or try and find it in another store? Looks like I'll now have to go to meadowhall on a weekend to pick one up, but I won't have the time until the weekend before her birthday, and if they don't have it then I'm out of time. Urgh.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 04, 2017, 18:31:20
MeadowHell, on a weekend.Noooo,
Post by: Andy M on August 04, 2017, 18:35:12
Andy
Post by: Fat Rat on August 11, 2017, 08:33:45
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on August 11, 2017, 08:42:58
Post by: MartinW on August 11, 2017, 11:12:55
Post by: Fat Rat on August 11, 2017, 11:49:50
Post by: In me shed on August 11, 2017, 12:51:58
Post by: Fat Rat on August 11, 2017, 12:57:21
Post by: In me shed on August 11, 2017, 19:09:38
Post by: MartinW on August 11, 2017, 19:38:08
..... Why can't people see that 'your' and 'you're' are two very different words .....
Absolutely :)
Post by: Brockett on August 11, 2017, 19:43:26
Post by: Brockett on August 11, 2017, 19:45:41
As in I should 'of' ( done this or that etc). :icon_batterup:
Post by: Joe Rocket on August 11, 2017, 21:13:14
And what's this with 'become' (got)........... :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: TLPower on August 12, 2017, 06:00:24
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 12, 2017, 08:26:05
Post by: TLPower on August 12, 2017, 13:07:03
There, I've said it, I'm lazy. :violence-smack:
Post by: MartinW on August 12, 2017, 14:35:22
Post by: TLPower on August 12, 2017, 15:42:46
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=itAOGRiYRLI
It was approved. :violence-smack:
Post by: jmee54 on August 31, 2017, 11:31:13
After the onsaught of the word "like" which drives me insane. All of a sudden everyone started answering a question with "so" as a prefix. This is not just the proles, this seems to be universal - even presenters and educated people on Radio 4 - even professors!! (SHOCK HORROR) Bloody Americans! Bloody stupid British, having to copy every sodding thing they do.
Post by: Brockett on August 31, 2017, 13:05:08
Post by: TLPower on August 31, 2017, 16:41:59
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 31, 2017, 17:08:52
Post by: Brockett on August 31, 2017, 19:57:55
Imagine every time you got into a conversation, you and whoever you are talking to have to whip out a music player and turn it on and up so your words are only just audible. Would that be annoying? It is for me!
That is what it's like now with every product demonstration video that I have looked at recently. So what's so wrong with silence that between the bits of essential speech we must be subjected to banging bass and drums. :old:
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 09, 2017, 19:02:03
All of a sudden everyone started answering a question with "so" as a prefix. This is not just the proles, this seems to be universal - even presenters and educated people on Radio 4 - even professors!.
John Humphries hates it!
If you take 'so' off the beginning of the sentence it all makes sense so (correct use of so) why waste effort to use it in the first place? :shrug:
Post by: jmee54 on September 09, 2017, 21:28:54
Post by: TLPower on September 10, 2017, 05:42:39
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 10, 2017, 06:50:49
No. It's a quad, not a bike, which by definition has two wheels.
Post by: Tusker on September 10, 2017, 09:24:10
Post by: MartinW on September 10, 2017, 09:39:06
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 10, 2017, 09:40:47
MartinW, if you want, go for it, but don't call it an eighteen wheel bike. :grin:
Post by: Tusker on September 10, 2017, 18:49:20
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 10, 2017, 19:20:06
Post by: Tusker on September 10, 2017, 19:48:32
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 10, 2017, 22:01:37
Post by: Brockett on September 18, 2017, 19:21:52
Worst thing, the day after he's gone, is the realisation that is all the bugs that he and his school mates have been incubating and sharing are now invading me. ###
Post by: StromGeeza on September 19, 2017, 16:43:19
Quad, quadricycle, quadcycle? never seen that one, whatever, I don't mind abbreviations. Bicyle > bike, tricycle > trike, but not quad bike. It's the numerical mismatch, not the truncating of the word that grates.Quad bike> quike
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 19, 2017, 16:45:52
Post by: Hugh Mungus on September 20, 2017, 22:12:29
maybe as you say Bars ,, and hand throttle instead of foot throttle,,, hand clutch instead of foot clutch etc etc who knows,,, who cares :grin:
Some older motorbikes have hand gear change and foot operated clutch.
Post by: Loz on September 21, 2017, 11:16:19
enough to make you put underpants on top of your head and stick pencils up your nose and start saying wibble
Post by: grumps on September 21, 2017, 11:21:51
Last time we moved was 25 years ago and that is still too soon to move again :GRR:
Post by: tallpaul on September 21, 2017, 22:24:59
Post by: Hugh Mungus on September 22, 2017, 18:53:54
We moved home 2 years ago. The aggravation of the whole process from indecisive buyers to snotty/inept solicitors (theirs and ours) is enough to send you potty.
Post by: Andy M on September 22, 2017, 19:14:07
My next house move will involve me being in the box.
Andy
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 22, 2017, 19:40:47
Post by: Andy M on September 22, 2017, 20:08:58
Andy
Post by: In me shed on September 23, 2017, 18:20:22
Post by: Graham62 on September 23, 2017, 19:01:12
Post by: TLPower on September 23, 2017, 19:36:12
AGAIN.
He was alone for all of 20 minutes so this obviously constitutes an emergency....
Enjoy your new arrivals. Pics?
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 23, 2017, 19:42:41
Puppy love. :icon_wink:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 23, 2017, 19:53:30
Post by: Ridaz on September 23, 2017, 20:49:19
Post by: Graham62 on September 23, 2017, 22:22:03
Post by: TLPower on September 24, 2017, 07:35:55
Post by: doboy on September 27, 2017, 15:10:31
Post by: Loz on September 27, 2017, 18:15:11
Post by: doboy on September 27, 2017, 18:45:34
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 11, 2017, 22:03:44
Post by: Graham62 on October 15, 2017, 11:55:31
Post by: Graham62 on November 07, 2017, 21:14:53
Last night my wife and daughter went to go out in my daughter's car to find out it won't start so they went in the Peugeot diesel van, and only went and pet petrol in it, started to drive got about a mile and had to pull over called RAC who sent a man to drain down, flush and refill. rang insurance £100 excess :shock: then today my son rang me to say that his bike had stopped and won't start, this was in heavy rain :rain: so I thought leads got wet. We got it dried out but then I saw water coming from the rad got it home and dried up YES leaking rad :icon_exclaim:, he's not long had the bike it's a yamaha yzf r125. on their owners site they are saying use 50/50 mix of distilled water and antifreeze I think it would be better to use the ready mixed that we use on the strom. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 29, 2017, 20:34:34
I'm a big anti 'so' to start a sentence but some knowledgeable tit on Today said "Well, so, ..........." to start his answer to a question.
Is there anywhere in the English speaking world (not the US) that is making any attempt to curb or maybe correct these abominable habits?
Post by: SimonW on November 29, 2017, 21:24:27
Yes, the likes of you (and I) who post messages like this. Bad habits and poor standards come through mass changes in behaviour, which of course come from individuals' changes. The more we be the change we want to see in the world (Gandhi) the more the world will change.
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 29, 2017, 21:54:00
No chance of FR joining the cause maybe......? :grin:
Post by: Fat Rat on November 29, 2017, 22:26:30
Post by: MartinW on December 14, 2017, 23:34:23
What?
Why?
Post by: TLPower on December 15, 2017, 05:34:53
Post by: MartinW on December 15, 2017, 07:23:31
Happy to help.
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 24, 2018, 16:15:59
http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-42791874
:icon_no: :roll:
Post by: hotbulb on January 24, 2018, 18:43:29
I thunk I were mistook!
Post by: tallpaul on January 24, 2018, 19:53:00
Post by: Brockett on January 25, 2018, 19:51:23
DVLA would not allow this as the "previous owner had not told them that ownership had been transferred". They further suggested I wait until I received the relevant document from them. Today it arrived and when I attempted the process again it again told me I couldn't for the reason given above. Even though I have the registration document in my hand. After a minute or two shouting at the screen I tried again this time going through the "existing owner" screen rather the the "new owner" screen. This time it worked but has shown the SORN as valid from today 25th January. So this means the bike was not registered for SORN nor was it taxed between the 12th and the 25th. Am I OCD? or very slightly autistic?
Post by: TLPower on January 25, 2018, 20:01:12
Next.
Post by: tallpaul on January 25, 2018, 20:05:47
Post by: Brockett on January 25, 2018, 20:09:16
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 28, 2018, 11:30:46
Post by: porter on February 01, 2018, 17:43:34
Post by: TLPower on February 01, 2018, 19:55:54
I hope you are sorted soon. :thumb:
Post by: tallpaul on February 01, 2018, 20:04:59
Post by: porter on February 02, 2018, 12:56:37
Post by: Brockett on February 02, 2018, 14:10:56
Post by: TLPower on February 02, 2018, 15:21:59
Not wishing to sound negative but I've heard of family's who have had to leave the property and move into alternative accommodation until the remediation works are completed.
Once again good luck. :thumb:
Post by: Dark-Strom on February 03, 2018, 17:41:27
Make sure you ventiate the place as fumes can be nasty, you need special face masks.
Was involved with fuel spills (20,000 ltrs) a few years back, digging out and test pits to recover the fuel is usually done.
Try and get some absorbent spill pads as you might find some of the fuel will leech back through the concrete etc...
Good luck
Post by: Brockett on February 24, 2018, 13:01:29
Delboys garage.
He does a bit of bike mechanics and some of it is interesting. However, another bloke on a site called something like
The Workshop
does not agree with some of Delboys uttering. The Workshop bloke gets so het up he takes ages to put over his message.
It is almost entertaining to see these two having a bit of a go at one another.
I am not qualified to say which one is right , wrong etc.
:eusa-doh:
Post by: tallpaul on February 24, 2018, 19:29:48
Post by: Brockett on February 24, 2018, 20:19:18
Why say it once when it can be said again and rephrased until anyone would think he is just a tiny bit bonkers.
But I do agree with him when that Delboy prattles on about stuff about which he has little, if any, knowledge.
Post by: Brockett on February 24, 2018, 20:36:49
CANNED LAUGHTER !!!!!
If it's funny, I'll laugh all by myself. I am not a moron that's needs to be told something is supposed to be funny.
Post by: Ianmc on February 24, 2018, 22:34:50
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 03, 2018, 18:55:17
I despise 'I'm over the moon........." :roll:
:grin:
Post by: Ianmc on March 03, 2018, 21:13:06
Post by: Fat Rat on March 03, 2018, 21:37:23
feck off winter.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 03, 2018, 22:04:38
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 03, 2018, 22:13:53
Post by: tallpaul on March 04, 2018, 09:08:39
Post by: tallpaul on March 04, 2018, 09:12:51
...to a backing track of death metal. :angry-banghead: ### :violence-smack: Save it for the track day shoot.
Post by: Brockett on March 04, 2018, 11:50:11
### On TV and Radio they have people talking with background music so I can't understand what's being said. ### It's not normal or natural.
### I don't go round with a portable device and turn it on every time I speak to someone.
### FFS Those Eurosport tossers even have music crashing away when they're giving the results of a British Super Bike Race.
### And then there's youtube which does have some very interesting and informative items. ### Then the video starts and I have to wonder why someone needs to have Slayer blasting away when the item is about fixing a leaking pipe in the barn. ###
Post by: tallpaul on March 04, 2018, 12:22:55
Post by: Fat Rat on March 04, 2018, 12:25:14
Post by: Fat Rat on March 04, 2018, 12:31:49
Like most people these days we subscribe to a streaming service for entertainment on the TV. NowTV is one that fell out of favour, that was until there was a series that Dragonlady wanted to watch. So, being the genius that I am, I tracked down an offer from one of the electrical shops who were selling a NowTV voucher cheaper than the NowTV subcription. Sorted.
Imagine my surprise when I see a payment go out to them this month, I login to my account and it tells me I have no subscriptions and I have made no payments.
Well, after going round and round in circles on their diabolical website (that's a separate rant completely), I end up in an online chat, here I am told that I have another account!
It seems that when you buy one of these vouchers (from a third party), NowTV very kindly set up a new account for you retaining the Card details you used to buy the voucher (that can't be legal), you then apparently agree to them charging you on a recurring basis after your voucher has expired :dl_soapbox: :dl_soapbox: :dl_soapbox:
They have refunded me (they weren't going to) but it was much harder work that it should have been.
Beware.
Post by: hotbulb on March 04, 2018, 16:58:38
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 07, 2018, 19:46:43
Personally I'm fine (health and well being) and I've been good (behaved myself and not been naughty).
Sh*t. :old:
Post by: Dark-Strom on March 18, 2018, 07:08:21
renewal was up £115 from £98 last year.
Out of interest, went through MCN compare again and same company £90.
One unusually nice phone call later, renewed for £90 - another hour of my life I won't get back, why do they bother to feck around :dl_soapbox:
Post by: Dark-Strom on March 18, 2018, 07:13:53
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 18, 2018, 10:09:18
They also adjusted the tracking except now the steering wheel sits at an angle in order to drive straight - holding the steering wheel straight veers the car to the right (see below) :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: TLPower on March 18, 2018, 10:36:17
Next weekend will be difficult, he's never quite got his head around clocks changing... :icon_no:
Post by: Brockett on March 18, 2018, 10:46:49
To adjust the tracking I have seen mechanics fix a tool to the steering wheel to hold it in place.
I would demand they compensate you.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 18, 2018, 10:56:42
Post by: Brockett on March 18, 2018, 11:01:12
Post by: Brockett on March 23, 2018, 08:55:03
By deliberate choice :dl_soapbox: as I have an accurate opinion of BT's poor service and high costs.
EE were using/ renting BT equipment, lines, and exchanges and even so were about 50% less expensive than BT. :icon_exclaim:
I paid £20 pcm from June 2013 to May 2016.
Then EE were bought out by BT ###
Since then cost have risen by £2 pcm every six months so that now I am paying 30% more.
in the 18 :groan:
Given the low rate of inflation I feel justified in my hatred for B bloody T
Post by: In me shed on March 23, 2018, 16:49:20
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 23, 2018, 18:52:09
I had to look up what that entailed (yes, I've been somewhere else for 20+ years) and I was surprised to to see you can forcefully criticise or insult someone or denounce what they say. So what's different? The answer is it now has to sound like you have to be assaulted so you can be prosecuted for such action....no?
We have always been likely to enter into a dispute or exchange of views but the phrase has a certain ring of physical involvement which isn't true and shouldn't be expressed that way.
Off my :dl_soapbox: now...........
Where's that 'taste abusing' liquid gone....? :smirk:
Post by: King Orry on March 24, 2018, 21:42:55
It’s been heading that way for a while, but I think it’s the ‘TV effect’ that’s really pushed it over the cliff for me. Taking the TT into the living room of the masses has been great for it’s profile, but the trade off has totally ruined the Spirit of the TT for me.
I didn’t miss it at all last year, but, thought I’d check the website out, idly considering a return (if only to sup Bushys beer again in the Rovers Return).
Now maybe it’s me, but nowhere on the website can I find a race schedule.. I can find Hospitality offers & merchandise galore, but nowt about the races. Are they bothering this year.?
Or is that no longer necessary.?
Wahey.. get rid of the paddock and there’s more space to sell tat..
Guess I’ll not bother this year either.
#soldoutt ????
Post by: SuzukiSte on April 25, 2018, 19:18:09
12 Months = £85.00p
so went on line today to tax it for 12 months and its now £88.00p a year its a 650cc everything just costing more every year for us Bikers 6 Months is £48 Rant over. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Fat Rat on June 09, 2018, 17:11:38
The Ratmobile suffered a breakdown, actually it wasn't as dramatic as that. Dragonlady brought the Motorhome out to get it ready for our Scotland trip a week or so ago and there was a selection of warning lights on the dash :shrug:
According to the manual the problem was ABS related. I called the AA, hoping it would be a simple electronic reset, AA man arrives, not a spanner in sight. Diagnostic device plugged into the van and....
"It's something to do with your ABS mate" :violence-smack: No investigation, no lifting the bonnet just some friendly advice to take it to a Fiat dealer.
I start ringing around, bear in mind this is a vehicle that cost close to £60,000 and was a year old :shock: the best the big Fiat dealers could do was fit me in in eight weeks :dl_smiley_banghead:
I called a small local dealer (some benefit of living in a one horse town), they agreed, with some pleading to fit me in in a few days time :lala: The day arrives, because of the fault the van is in limp mode, no speedo and very limited acceleration (not good in a 28 foot vehicle), anyway, I get it to the dealer, I then watch him plug his diagnostic device in and.....
"It's something to do with your ABS mate"
For the love of Jebus :icon_batterup: I then have to limp the van back home, I hadn't realised that the appointment they had given me was just to diagnose (or not) :bawl: A new appointment was made for the following week (meaning our Scotland trip was cancelled).
Same drama, limped the van back to the dealer and drop it off. A couple of hours later they call me to say it is fixed :shock: :shock:
It turns out that a connector had come loose :dl_smiley_banghead:
With all the bloody technology today, the skills of a Mechanic seem to now be dictated by an electronic diagnostic machine, why couldn't the AA man have investigated, why couldn't the Fiat dealer have done a basic inspection during our first visit, why, why, why :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: Dark-Strom on June 09, 2018, 17:24:41
I agree mechaincs are becoming less skilled, possibilly disinterested due to the nature of modern cages?
Its worth disconnecting / reconnecting cable connections yourself sometimes (ignition off) - I also bought my own little plug in machine, worst case I can press the reset to get me by...one can but try... :roll:
Post by: Andy M on June 11, 2018, 15:08:59
Good news is that remote diagnostics are less than a year away, at least on my stuff. Why deal with the local dealers thread stripper and oil level misaguster when a nice Chinese lady who deals with the same system every day can use the thick-thick fitter as a robot. The app takes you through the loom tracing process, which is where all the work is, you need a photo of every plug and a map of where it is.
Andy
Post by: Andy M on June 11, 2018, 15:11:10
You are simply clearing the error memory. Its like parking the van with the nail nearest the road and reinflating the tyre.
Andy
Post by: ggreen1959 on June 11, 2018, 15:18:54
Post by: MartinW on July 31, 2018, 11:53:39
I booked two flights around two months in advance and then a week before we should be going my Wife smashes her Leg and Ankle after some genetic clumsiness involving a push bike and 2 mph.
As a result she now has screws, plates and a monster great cast. She isn't allowed to be weight bearing on the leg for a minimum of six weeks, is not allowed to fly or work and has to keep it "above heart height as much as possible".
I phoned Easyjet to ask for a reschedule and they politely told me we couldn't do that as she wasn't dead, or likely to be dead before it rained next.
So, we lose all the money or pay their £47/person/flight rebooking fee, which by coincidence is pretty much what the flights cost in the first place.
What would they have done had we turned up for the flight and they couldn't let us on the plane?
Post by: Brockett on July 31, 2018, 21:04:22
Post by: MartinW on July 31, 2018, 21:59:38
I didn't ever cancel the flights. I wasn't going to let them book someone else in my seats for the "short notice, triple the normal cost" type of deal.
I did get the Tax back easily though, they didn't have a choice there.
Post by: Barbel Mick on August 01, 2018, 09:40:38
Have you got holiday insurance? Maybe you could claim on that to recover your money?
Post by: MartinW on August 01, 2018, 15:30:07
At least if you miss a Ryanair flight it only cost 56p and a farthing in the first place.
Post by: MartinW on August 18, 2018, 19:45:49
Prime Membership - now I understand that they want to get you to pay up front for free postage that you may not use and to get access to an online download service.
But I am also seeing items for sale on the site where down in the small print it says ..... "This item is exclusively for Prime members" ..... so you cannot even buy it and pay postage.
Post by: TLPower on August 18, 2018, 19:58:46
Post by: MartinW on August 19, 2018, 09:35:08
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 13, 2018, 18:50:43
Post by: S2Rgar on September 13, 2018, 20:02:20
"That'll be a rebate of £34.94" she tells me..... result :thumb:
"wait a minute... there's a broker fee of £34.94 for this mid term change" she adds lol
Post by: MartinW on September 13, 2018, 20:27:29
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 13, 2018, 20:30:39
Another forum I use tells us not to highlight or correct other postings because......... What 'because'? :dl_smiley_banghead:
We're a dying breed.
Post by: S2Rgar on September 13, 2018, 20:43:30
lol what a coincidence
It was wasn't it........ not even a pound coin in my favour so I could go buy a pot noodle or something :bawl:
Post by: tallpaul on September 13, 2018, 22:43:30
Post by: Brockett on September 14, 2018, 09:24:02
Post by: Andy M on September 14, 2018, 12:20:56
Andy
Post by: Hugo Magnus on September 14, 2018, 18:37:08
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 05, 2018, 21:36:31
Don't get me going now.........OK
'Blue Sky Thinking' You always end up like this.. :roll:
###
Post by: Stonec0ld on October 10, 2018, 13:36:19
Post by: Hugo Magnus on October 10, 2018, 13:49:50
Post by: user650 on October 10, 2018, 15:39:25
Post by: TLPower on October 10, 2018, 17:18:40
Insurance companies deserve their own thread.
Robbing tw*ts thread should suffice.
Post by: Freddyfruitbat on October 11, 2018, 14:55:24
Phoned Carole Nash to remove my Glee from my policy now that it's sold.
Late response, but I can beat this... when I recently removed the Glee from my Hastings policy, the broker fee was substantially higher than the rebate, with the result that halving my number of insured bikes actually cost me money :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: tallpaul on October 11, 2018, 18:41:02
Post by: Ridaz on October 11, 2018, 19:29:08
Post by: doboy on October 19, 2018, 20:29:44
Post by: Brockett on October 28, 2018, 16:52:52
Like the couple I knew who used to buy meat direct from a farmer. They were happy to get their meat at a good price until one day they saw some animals being brought into the abattoir adjoining the farm shop. They felt some sort of pity for the beasts and have not eaten meat since.
Speaking for myself I rarely ( no pun intended) eat meat but that is because I don't trust what the wholesalers and processors do to it like pumping water into it "to tenderise it sir" and thereafter charging 'meat prices' for water and then there's the fake blood and lack of hygiene etc.
I don't have meat in my home. When I'm out, I eat all sorts of meaty rubbish, just as long as it's really well cooked. Anyhow the point of this rant, if anyone is still with me, is this. Why is vegetarian substitute meat made to look just like meat? How does a veggie burger look to someone who finds eating meat to be rather repulsive. Vegetarian bacon ? although that is horrid beyond description.
Post by: Andy M on October 29, 2018, 13:42:55
Quorn "mince" is OK and low fat.
Totally agree on the burgers and sausage. ASDA used to do a really good veggie rissole type thing that was good, plain veggie cooking. They marketed it as a sausage, people said it wasn't and now it's gone. The veggies are obviously as lacking in knowledge about their food as the rest of the population? Why else would Quorn sell "chicken" nuggets.
Andy
Post by: hotbulb on October 29, 2018, 16:50:01
the daughters are/were vegetarian, but they never really saw the point of veggie imitation meat either!
Post by: tallpaul on October 30, 2018, 12:10:13
Post by: hotbulb on October 30, 2018, 14:49:57
Yes
And they get a bit upset when you point out the inconsistency!
.....
I'm just glad I'm not a Quorn - must be hell being an endangered species :groan:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on October 30, 2018, 16:51:57
My missus is a veggie and whilst it can be a PITA to find somewhere she can/will eat at least she sticks to her vegginess. She's veggie as she doesn't like the texture or taste of meat. And for info, there's only one chippy at the bottom in Whitby that cooks in veggie oil as all
Post by: Graham62 on November 02, 2018, 11:32:18
Post by: Fat Rat on November 02, 2018, 11:56:47
Post by: Brockett on November 02, 2018, 16:05:45
I agree. Although I go a stage further, or should that be less, anyhow ... I don't have any decorations. I don't have Christmas if I can help it. No cards, no special meals, no drinking, I hate gifts as they are never what I want and I don't give gifts for the same reason. I've told 'em "you want something you buy it and I'll do the same". Bloody carol singers are a pest as I have to keep the lights off and pretend I'm not in. I always give something to the Sally Army although what they do with my old socks is a puzzle. Christmas pudding is good as long as it's gone cold and the custard has been in the frig. Crackers are crackers and paper hats give me a headache. I hope it doesn't snow (ever again). Best thing about Christmas is the sheer volume of crap on the TV is a golden window of opportunity for me to watch all those endless hours of recorded stuff I have not got round to watching. And then there's all that 'appy new year rubbish to get by before we stumble into the sunny uplands of January and climb towards the generally unfulfilled promise of a better tomorrow also known as 'spring'.
Post by: MartinW on November 02, 2018, 16:17:11
Post by: tallpaul on November 02, 2018, 16:17:47
Post by: Ianmc on November 02, 2018, 17:19:52
Post by: TLPower on November 02, 2018, 19:52:14
I'm not a huge fan of the "season" either.
Post by: colin on November 02, 2018, 20:39:07
2. I hate bonfire night. 2 weeks of fekin explosions. and my birthday.
3. Halloween. American commercialised money spinning shyte.
4. Fekin campervans at "BIKE"!!! rallies.
5. Fekin Brexit. sick of hearing the word.
Post by: TLPower on November 02, 2018, 20:52:35
I loathe bonfire night as well, we have a very nervous Labrador.
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 02, 2018, 21:02:03
As for bonfire night, tomorrow evening I will be in charge of a bonfire & a few fireworks (BIG fireworks) for some family & friends...........I like explosions, bangs and lighting fires, it's the man in me. :shrug:
Halloween we can send back to America.
Deb put a Pumpkin out last night and gave a way all my sweets & chocolate!!!! ###
Post by: Brockett on November 02, 2018, 23:08:15
I can enjoy one all year round.
Tasty for bubble and squeak.
Post by: TLPower on November 03, 2018, 07:19:10
Post by: tallpaul on November 03, 2018, 07:26:00
Post by: Brockett on November 03, 2018, 08:55:09
Post by: TLPower on November 03, 2018, 09:00:49
Post by: Brockett on November 03, 2018, 09:17:11
If you think these are harvested with the aim to improve products and services then you are wronger than a wrong thing. It is very rare to find a survey that wants your opinion of the product and never is there a space for you to tell them what you would like to be improved.
If you like the product and it performs as required and the shop/ dealership staff were OK then you must award ten out of ten. If you score eights and nines on the grounds that no one and no thing, is perfect, the people you are scoring will get a nasty note demanding to know what they are going to do to improve their scores to ten.
If you don't complete the survey the retail staff get an adverse score on the grounds that they have failed to inspire your co-operation.
If the survey is just tick boxes that provide no opportunity for me to express my opinions then I just award "tens or ones through the card" depending on whether I did or did not like the product.
Post by: tallpaul on November 03, 2018, 12:01:42
Post by: MartinW on November 03, 2018, 12:45:38
Post by: Tusker on November 03, 2018, 19:01:32
But , I hate them all
I hate
Easter, Bank holidays, Halloween, Bonfire night,and Christmas, if in lived in USA I would hate Thanksgiving, I hate my birthday and the birthdays of anyone known to me, Add anniversaries, weddings, christenings and funerals. I probably missed some,, The way I see it is that being retired and never getting a day off I'd at least like all days to be the same :old:
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 03, 2018, 19:32:18
I dare you or Brocket to say you never, NEVER, enjoyed such occasions as a child. If you do I won't believe you. If you have your own family how can you stand in front of them and spout out such misery.
Shame on you! :dl_soapbox:
Fat Rat, is there a reason why there's a Camping Car park where there used to be festive smilies? :GRR:
Post by: MartinW on November 03, 2018, 19:38:03
:)
Post by: Fat Rat on November 03, 2018, 19:40:11
Edit: Martin beat me to it :)
Post by: Tusker on November 03, 2018, 20:03:15
Post by: Brockett on November 04, 2018, 17:45:18
Post by: Tusker on November 04, 2018, 18:08:45
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 04, 2018, 18:49:03
Post by: Tusker on November 04, 2018, 18:51:07
Post by: Graham62 on November 04, 2018, 22:29:10
Post by: StromGeeza on November 05, 2018, 08:15:32
Top work fella! :text-goodpost:
Post by: TLPower on November 05, 2018, 09:02:32
Sometimes it was a clean hanky. :)
Post by: Tusker on November 05, 2018, 09:26:27
Post by: Brockett on November 05, 2018, 09:38:24
Post by: TLPower on November 05, 2018, 11:12:38
Post by: tallpaul on November 05, 2018, 12:46:51
Post by: ChrisS on November 05, 2018, 15:05:57
The below list is not exhaustive. (The lack of capitals is intentional)
It's not that I dislike the days in particular, but rather the twats who use it as an excuse to try to sell you cards and crap you wouldn't want to be found dead in a ditch with.
Eff halloween (satanism, bullying, begging & robbery)
Eff bonfire night (animal cruelty, arson & pyromania)
Eff christmas & new year (adultery, domestic violence, gluttony, drunkenness & vomiting)
Eff valentines day (sad effs wandering around with bunches of flowers / effin' 'romantic' meals.
Eff easter (putting religion to one side, what's the big effin' deal about effin' chocolate effin' eggs?)
Eff mothers', fathers'(!), aunts'/uncles'(!!), grandparents' (!!!) days (effin' supermarkets).
Eff birthdays (age is no cause for celebration, especially when you're an old git!)
Spleen vented, I'm back in my box for now.
Post by: TLPower on November 05, 2018, 16:17:29
Have you been at the Dentists again?
Post by: Tusker on November 05, 2018, 18:09:28
Post by: SuzukiSte on November 13, 2018, 10:57:23
Post by: Brockett on November 13, 2018, 12:34:08
Post by: ggreen1959 on November 13, 2018, 12:40:46
Post by: TLPower on November 13, 2018, 19:59:39
Black and white for f*cks sake ###
Post by: Fat Rat on November 13, 2018, 20:36:36
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 13, 2018, 20:45:25
Post by: TLPower on November 14, 2018, 07:00:35
@Rusty definitely 405 lines, it was high definition in those days. Emley Moor of course. :thumb:
Post by: endintears on November 14, 2018, 19:07:54
Post by: tallpaul on November 14, 2018, 19:39:35
Post by: TLPower on November 14, 2018, 19:52:10
Post by: Brockett on November 14, 2018, 20:46:32
Today is the day for "a little look around" my bladder as Janice the urology specialist organised.
Another female nurse said "trousers and pants down around your ankles and lay on your back".
As I complied with the order the clattler of keys and coins reminded me I should have emptied my pockets first.
One nurse covered me with a protective layer with a large square cut out as these three ladies then stood and looked at me like cooks around a Christmas turkey. Janice the specialist said "this will sting a bit as she squirted some anaesthetic in me ( it did) swiftly followed by the camera. When it was all over I asked them what the screens were for? "Privacy", said nurse 1.
I couldn't help laughing as I said, "But you're all here" !!!!!
Post by: SuzukiSte on November 14, 2018, 20:52:25
Post by: wurzel on November 14, 2018, 20:56:58
Post by: endintears on November 15, 2018, 09:46:16
Just saying :whistle:
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 15, 2018, 10:21:18
To have a scan before I grow old(er) I opted to go private...Debs mum had a cyst (didn't look good) on her head. NHS wise she had waited 4 weeks to go down 2 places in the queue! We went private, 4 days for the first appointment then another 3 days before she went in to have it removed "on the NHS"!!!! Seems there isn't a queue to get things done if you put some money up first!! :shrug:
Post by: TLPower on November 15, 2018, 10:43:38
@Mick,this was my diagnosis from the MRI
L2-3 disc bulge with minor thecal impingement
L3-4 right paracentral protrusion with minor thecal impingement
L4-5 facet joint hypertrophy
Report: Appears to be recurrent disc protrusion or possible scarring causing local thecal impression and left exit foramen narrowing.
Hopefully I'll be able to sort it with exercise rather than surgery. Not as bad as 18 years ago. :thumb:
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 15, 2018, 15:59:28
Hope you get it sorted and you're back to 'normal' soon. :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on November 15, 2018, 16:57:10
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 15, 2018, 18:26:47
It appears Mr. John has a movie & a tour coming up soon!
I hope his fee for this has gone to a charity and next year John Lewis do something more in line with the Christmas spirit. That is all.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mNbSgMEZ_Tw
Post by: hotbulb on November 15, 2018, 18:46:43
When my (late) dad had both hips replaced, we often thought it might be better all round just to be drilled and tapped, and grease nipples fitted to hips, knees etc!
Post by: wurzel on November 15, 2018, 19:03:42
Post by: TLPower on November 15, 2018, 20:30:31
I've a good mind to boycott the shop. ###
Thanks for the kind words and solutions chaps. :thumb:
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 15, 2018, 22:17:00
Post by: MartinW on November 16, 2018, 08:40:16
Post by: Fat Rat on November 16, 2018, 11:14:48
Shit advert, no dogs on trampolines, what are they thinking :shrug:
Post by: Brockett on November 16, 2018, 14:20:10
Post by: Andy M on November 16, 2018, 15:48:42
And WTF wants a Cheese Advent Calendar?
Think I'll need the earplugs next time too, it's Noddy Holders payday soon.
Andy
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 16, 2018, 16:14:58
Post by: Freddyfruitbat on November 16, 2018, 16:17:29
"a little look around" my bladder as Janice the urology specialist organised.I had the misfortune to have that myself a few weeks back :shock:
My experience over the 'privacy' thing was pretty much the same. I was ushered in - there were three women in there (why does it take so many? Just saying) and similarly, I was told to drop 'em. Just at the moment my kecks slid off my hips, the 16-year-old standing next to me deftly lunged at my nether regions with a sheet of paper towel about 2 foot square and held it there to preserve my modesty, all the while looking animatedly at the ceiling (like a checkout operator at Tescos when they ask you to key in your PIN).
I was invited to 'hop up on the couch', so I shuffled over there with my ankles bound together by my underwear, with my new friend alongside me doing a 'pas de deux', still gamely concealing my giblets while gazing skywards; amazingly neither of us face-planted on the floor. I clambered up and lay down, with Debbie McGee still holding up her little towel and examining the light fitting all the while. At which point it was "Right, then", as the doc comes over and simply whisks the towel away to expose my bits, ready to insert his camera where the sun don't shine.
All very odd. :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 16, 2018, 16:21:07
Post by: TLPower on November 16, 2018, 16:59:21
Just no.
Post by: SimonW on November 16, 2018, 17:13:45
Post by: hotbulb on November 16, 2018, 17:31:28
Post by: Ridaz on November 16, 2018, 19:19:00
I thank you all :thumb:
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 16, 2018, 20:24:04
change the capital letter I to lower case in your browser.
Post by: TLPower on November 16, 2018, 20:25:41
It was me who changed your timetables and shift rotas. :lala:
Are you still feeling better? :stirpot:
Post by: user650 on November 16, 2018, 22:13:34
""And WTF wants a Cheese Advent Calendar? ""
Ermmmm me
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 17, 2018, 05:05:06
Post by: TLPower on November 17, 2018, 05:28:57
Post by: pawl on November 17, 2018, 05:42:38
Post by: tallpaul on November 17, 2018, 08:02:35
Post by: user650 on November 17, 2018, 10:05:31
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 17, 2018, 10:17:05
Post by: MartinW on November 17, 2018, 10:45:27
Daughter MartinW now wants one too.
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 17, 2018, 10:58:37
I thought that Christmas was all about the baby Cheeses. ????????Would that be Cheeses of Nazareth?
Post by: Brockett on November 17, 2018, 11:32:34
Post by: TLPower on November 17, 2018, 12:00:23
@Brocket, look where you are walking, it might be an ambush next.
Post by: Brockett on November 17, 2018, 12:13:47
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 26, 2018, 16:58:55
I drove round the corner and bought them direct, cheeky s*ds! :dl_soapbox:
Post by: tallpaul on November 26, 2018, 17:10:14
Post by: hotbulb on November 26, 2018, 18:19:34
I remember when they had smallish shops with good quality stock for the real motor (car/bike) enthusiast. Bought a good few tools from them.... but that was 40 plus years ago. It's been downhill ever since
Post by: Tusker on November 26, 2018, 18:50:51
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 26, 2018, 19:07:22
You don't realise how lucky you are ......... a pint of beer at my local(s) is £3.35....Guinness is £3.65!! ###
Although I do get 20p a pint off (real ale only) as I'm a member of Camra.
Socialising doesn't come cheap any more. :icon_no:
Post by: TLPower on November 26, 2018, 19:08:30
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 26, 2018, 19:10:25
Post by: Tusker on November 26, 2018, 19:53:51
Post by: ChrisS on November 26, 2018, 20:36:41
Euro Car Parts - OK
Socialising / Pubs - Bad
Beer - Bad (due to effin effin moaning old git gout )
Cider 4 litres £3.98 Aldi / Lidll etc - Good (Gout hasn't discovered cider yet)
Being a misanthrope, no need to socialise - Good
Post by: Gassoon on November 26, 2018, 20:46:06
Post by: Brockett on November 26, 2018, 21:22:16
Post by: TLPower on November 27, 2018, 06:16:12
Post by: tallpaul on November 27, 2018, 06:27:13
Post by: wurzel on November 27, 2018, 06:55:24
All this pork scratching and deep fried mars bars is a but too Mick Jagger for our tastes...
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 27, 2018, 10:44:10
Post by: Graham62 on November 27, 2018, 13:41:50
Post by: Ianmc on November 27, 2018, 14:26:11
(Bit battered) Matches Mick’s face then.(Not our Mick BTW)
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 27, 2018, 14:57:00
Post by: Tusker on November 27, 2018, 20:05:31
Post by: ChrisS on November 28, 2018, 20:52:29
No deep fat fryer.
Batter...YEUGH!!!
You couldn't make it up.
Could you?
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 28, 2018, 21:07:25
Post by: Ianmc on November 28, 2018, 22:33:19
Post by: tallpaul on November 28, 2018, 22:34:44
Can't knock the music though.
Post by: Ianmc on November 28, 2018, 22:49:50
Post by: Ianmc on November 28, 2018, 23:26:30
Post by: TLPower on November 29, 2018, 05:45:36
Post by: ChrisS on November 29, 2018, 15:19:17
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 29, 2018, 15:26:57
Post by: ChrisS on December 05, 2018, 17:19:34
Harpooned through the roof of the mouth, then....
"Taking this one out will make a noise as it's close to your ear" (? !!!)
Came home with upper right 8 in my pocket to add to the necklace.
Bugger! Age sucks!
Post by: Fat Rat on December 05, 2018, 18:54:29
Post by: TLPower on December 05, 2018, 19:14:39
On the bright side we'll soon be able to witness his tooth necklace. :lala:
Post by: Joe Rocket on December 05, 2018, 19:31:04
:grin:
Post by: Brockett on January 13, 2019, 14:22:14
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AHX6tHdQGiQ
Post by: oslin on January 24, 2019, 13:58:54
Post by: oslin on January 24, 2019, 14:02:36
I am really pissed off with all the adds on the television, and worse the same adds repeated time and time again day in day out during every program.
Post by: Fat Rat on January 24, 2019, 14:12:06
Post by: MartinW on January 24, 2019, 14:18:15
I don't need any shampoo anyway.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 24, 2019, 17:32:26
Post by: Fat Rat on January 24, 2019, 17:45:22
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 24, 2019, 18:22:12
Post by: trebornoxid on January 24, 2019, 22:19:29
Post by: tallpaul on January 25, 2019, 06:55:05
Post by: Fat Rat on January 31, 2019, 15:12:51
What the feck does 'regular' mean as a unit of measurement? I accept that small, medium and large are also subjective, but when there are three size options available they are pretty self explanatory.
In fact, the scenario that generated this rant was even worse. A cup of Coffee, Regular or Large :icon_exclaim:
Regular? ### :violence-smack:
Post by: MartinW on January 31, 2019, 15:41:13
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 31, 2019, 15:51:11
Post by: tallpaul on January 31, 2019, 15:56:19
Post by: mr_diver on January 31, 2019, 16:57:54
You don't tend to find Small, Regular and Large.
S, M, L are self explanatory (within reason)
But
Regular is a small and Large is larger than a Regular but smaller than a Large sold in places that do a S,M, L. :dl_hyperhysteria:
Think chip shop- buy a 'Regular' and it should be part of a kid's meal and Large is a Medium everywhere else.
Stingy bastards!
Post by: hotbulb on January 31, 2019, 17:03:11
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Or possibly something to do with the workings of the digestive system (and All-bran)?
Post by: Fat Rat on January 31, 2019, 17:05:25
Post by: MartinW on January 31, 2019, 17:06:52
Post by: wurzel on January 31, 2019, 19:40:14
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 31, 2019, 20:01:41
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 24, 2019, 09:31:52
Short memories or what...... :dl_soapbox:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 24, 2019, 10:13:24
Labradoodles, puginese, shipoos, sprockers, etc., and the most annoying - the cockapoo. If you're spelling it like that, surely it's a cross between a cockatoo and whatever, not a cocker spaniel. Just get a proper bloody dog.
Post by: Brockett on February 24, 2019, 10:39:03
Post by: tallpaul on February 24, 2019, 10:59:22
Post by: Fat Rat on February 24, 2019, 11:46:22
Just get a proper bloody dog.
Exactly, get a big manly dog!
http://youtu.be/IoGC1Ascxa8
Post by: Brockett on February 24, 2019, 12:44:47
Post by: brettchallenger on February 25, 2019, 08:20:16
Post by: Gassoon on February 25, 2019, 09:38:53
Post by: TLPower on February 25, 2019, 15:19:35
Post by: brettchallenger on February 25, 2019, 15:48:13
Post by: Brockett on February 26, 2019, 20:58:04
I got an email saying my TV licence could not be automatically renewed and must click on the link to renew or I would not be able to view TV legally. Their site is .tvl.co.uk whereas the real site is tvlicensing.co.uk. I know this because I recently received an email informing me that I was covered until 2020.
Whenever I get an email asking me to click on a link to renew or pay anything I delete it. Then, if I'm in any doubt that it may be genuine, I use my PC to locate the relevent company / business.
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 07, 2019, 21:37:04
Why do they have to say "ease up" or "ease down"?
This morning on R4 the forecaster used the phrase "ease out".......... :icon_exclaim:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 08, 2019, 20:17:08
As in, instead of saying someone was freaked out, they were, - in the same way as sneaked is too difficult for Americans to say or spell so they say snuck - "fruck" out.
Post by: Fat Rat on March 08, 2019, 20:35:49
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 08, 2019, 20:56:35
I've just received a wedding invitation which includes a suggestion to "gift us"......... now where did that come from? :shrug:
Post by: tallpaul on March 08, 2019, 21:04:41
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 08, 2019, 21:09:40
Post by: Fat Rat on March 08, 2019, 21:09:56
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 08, 2019, 21:12:43
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 08, 2019, 21:16:35
Post by: tallpaul on March 08, 2019, 21:19:05
Post by: Fat Rat on March 08, 2019, 21:29:15
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 08, 2019, 21:47:39
:stirpot:
Can you go at least one day without that phone hit? :roll:
Post by: Fat Rat on March 08, 2019, 21:49:28
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 08, 2019, 22:33:20
http://blogs.harvard.edu/houghton/2016/05/12/how-to-kiss-right/
Look at 'Apology' at the bottom of the page. :icon_wink:
Post by: Brockett on March 09, 2019, 10:55:09
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 09, 2019, 11:51:40
One serious point though is why, with all these time saving apps, people complain of having less time to get things done and enjoy life. I see it as the ever gullible nature of being a human being. :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: Brockett on March 09, 2019, 18:01:07
and I say I was on my bike
and they say I should have bluetooth
and I say when I'm out, I'm out
and they ask is my answer system is switched off
and I say yeah, when I'm out, I'm out what did you want
and they say It doesn't matter .........
Post by: nickoff on March 17, 2019, 22:47:04
Ahh, feeling better, Nick.
Post by: Brockett on March 25, 2019, 19:05:16
Brush like a pro :icon_exclaim: Just how/when do pros do it?
"Flash cleans of the impossible" If it does then it wasn't impossible. :icon_no:
Post by: TLPower on March 26, 2019, 05:17:36
Not if it's a pint of milk.
Apparently.
Post by: NTBooth on March 29, 2019, 13:16:07
Adverts Brush like a pro Just how/when do pros do
The one with the "get a brush with a round head" makes my piss boil...as their most expensive premium line of toothbrushes doesn't have a round head....what's the deal there?
Are they just selling shit to the poor with an advert full of lies? Or are they extorting the rich?
I don't know whether to slap them or shake their hand.
B*****d's ###
Post by: TLPower on March 29, 2019, 14:13:37
Post by: NTBooth on April 01, 2019, 16:23:41
Post by: Brockett on April 02, 2019, 21:40:21
Post by: Gassoon on April 02, 2019, 21:47:14
Post by: TLPower on April 03, 2019, 05:37:01
It's bound to wreak havoc with such a finely balanced diet. I understand and fully applaud Brockett's abstinence from such greasy goodness, but man cannot survive by celery alone.
There, I've said it.
Men need chips.
(How is your back doing Dave?)
Post by: Brockett on April 03, 2019, 09:39:51
Post by: Fat Rat on April 03, 2019, 17:37:24
Post by: SuzukiSte on April 04, 2019, 09:56:24
Post by: Brockett on April 15, 2019, 17:25:11
While I do know it's all cock as I pay on line and have an email from the right folk informing me I am paid up to January 2020.
However one thing did strike me a funny. At the end of their email they say that if I have sight problems I can get the email in braille. They make the screen go bumpy do they lol
Post by: ChrisS on April 24, 2019, 22:08:25
I can feel a rant coming on.....
Post by: Fat Rat on April 24, 2019, 22:17:05
Post by: Dark-Strom on April 24, 2019, 22:21:15
Post by: ChrisS on April 24, 2019, 22:35:30
It's the only explanation
Took my K6 (currently for sale but I may change my mind) for its MOT last week. Tester says he will fail every bike today. He did. Headlamp aim too high. TWAT Then passed it.
The Universe conspires against sane individuals just to piss them off. FACT.
Post by: Dark-Strom on April 24, 2019, 22:48:25
https://I.ebayimg.com/thumbs/images/m/m6xmE_Jp2ZxZMH1Q5dZMGIQ/s-l225.jpg
Post by: Fat Rat on April 24, 2019, 23:00:13
Post by: Dark-Strom on April 24, 2019, 23:05:58
Hope the rain wasn't too soggy today :thumb:
Post by: Brockett on May 15, 2019, 12:41:24
Post by: SuzukiSte on May 15, 2019, 14:10:24
Post by: P.A.T on May 17, 2019, 19:18:22
Post by: brettchallenger on May 20, 2019, 10:27:11
Eating prunes keeps me regular. Or is it frequent...?
Eat enough of them and it will be "incontinent".
Post by: Brockett on May 28, 2019, 22:26:14
Well ....... it was bloody awful. The bacon was stiff like a new playing card and it could have been a Pringle ( I hate them ) if only it hadn't had all the taste cooked out of it. The two sausages were shrivelled , hard and tasted so bad I only tried a small piece. So that's why they call it an all day breakfast .... they must take all day to cook it.
It was truly dreadful and I for one will not be back unless I take my own grub with me.
Post by: TLPower on May 29, 2019, 05:58:43
I steer well clear of the place whenever possible. I've never had anything decent to eat either. The bacon sandwich was riddled with fat, the burger was appalling. I even took some of the burger home for Bucket, he wasn't impressed either and he used to eat eat sheep sh*t in his younger days.
Morrisons' supermarkets are the answer. :thumb:
Post by: MartinW on May 29, 2019, 08:08:25
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 29, 2019, 09:52:57
Post by: TLPower on May 29, 2019, 12:54:44
Post by: Dark-Strom on June 01, 2019, 14:21:24
On the up-side it happened last weekend when I took my 14 year old daughter on a bike for the first time to a car/bike show - and she liked it :thumb:
(That's two kids converted, one to go lol)
Post by: falkland bomber on June 01, 2019, 17:41:10
Post by: SimonW on June 01, 2019, 20:57:53
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 01, 2019, 21:12:03
Sorry.........
:GRR:
Post by: falkland bomber on June 02, 2019, 09:23:22
Same with helmets we haven't all tiny heads don't these manufacturers realise that the only people who can afford motorcycle are the older generation and we are not stick thin :dl_soapbox:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 02, 2019, 09:28:35
Post by: StromGeeza on June 02, 2019, 10:26:28
You can't then just buy the same again, even though you were perfectly happen with it last time round and used it till it wore out naturally. For some reason boots seem especially prone to being discontinued.
Post by: falkland bomber on June 02, 2019, 15:26:44
Post by: MartinW on June 02, 2019, 18:25:36
(Except the parachuting bit)
Post by: Brockett on June 02, 2019, 18:43:04
JTS biker wear were my next choice.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 02, 2019, 18:52:04
Post by: Brockett on June 02, 2019, 18:53:54
Post by: TLPower on June 02, 2019, 19:34:19
I do have a moan though....
Horse boxes.
WTF do they have to have to display "Horses" on them. It's a f*cking horse box, it looks like a horse box, it's travelling at 12 mph belching out barely combusted gas oil (red diesel). It has hay in nets on the side, it has silly doors, it has crossply tyres of dubious vintage and even more dubious legality. I can see it's a horse box yet you see fit to display Horses on every possible surface. What else looks like the lumbering pile of cack?
Motorhome? No, it has more windows.
Ice cream van? No, it has pictures of ice creams and lolly's on it.
Fire engine? No, it goes faster and it's usually red and it has a purpose.
Ambulance? No, it has blue lights and reflective stickers on it.
The only thing I may confuse it with is a prisoner transport vehicle, perhaps they should be emblazened with "Crims" on the side to avoid any possible confusion on my behalf.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 02, 2019, 19:40:36
Post by: TLPower on June 02, 2019, 19:43:13
Post by: Fat Rat on June 02, 2019, 19:52:38
Post by: Fat Rat on June 02, 2019, 22:29:08
Post by: Brockett on June 02, 2019, 22:44:34
My recent excursions onto the highway reveal a new form of idiocy. It seems that most motorists will only be happy driving in the outside lane of a dual carriageway at 40 to 50 mph in a half mile queue while the inside lane is completely empty. Having indulged in a wee bit of inside overtaking I work my way to the front to find Mr Knobhead in a Qashqai or similar overfed saloon, oblivious to time, space or position. My right thumb twitches unconsciously searching for the trigger of the bazooka my imagination has installed on my handlebars.
Post by: MartinW on June 03, 2019, 16:56:09
If they didn't have such a sign I would obviously have kept going and rammed them off the road.
You can substitute Grandchildren for Labrador, Princess and many other words that will still result in a pointless sign.
Perhaps if you want to win a Banger Car Race you should fit a sign saying "Faberge Egg on Board".
Post by: Tusker on June 03, 2019, 17:43:01
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 03, 2019, 18:41:15
Unfortunately Tusker that moan won't get the recognition it deserves, some folk on here have got no respect nor consideration for us poor retired pensioners!!
Is that a moan? :)
Post by: MartinW on June 03, 2019, 18:55:20
Post by: Brockett on June 03, 2019, 19:07:21
Post by: TLPower on June 03, 2019, 20:30:36
Keep 'em coming Mick. :thumb:
Post by: falkland bomber on June 03, 2019, 20:56:34
Also I go down the dual carriage past Haslingden it narrows to single lane the amount of blackheads who try following me on my bike and nearly colliding with other road users they must be on drugs :angry-banghead:
Post by: Ambergnat on June 16, 2019, 22:40:35
Whenever I search for anything on Google now, less than 1/4 of the relevant sites appear on the first or second pages, as there is soooooo much effing spam (sorry, 'sponsored advertizing...') that any vaguely involved search now takes forever, :dl_smiley_banghead: and I'm constantly being told that I have to look at 'this site' because 'Seriously, we have XXXX here' or 'Buy XXXX Here - Seriously, We Have Everything'.... (no you don't!, Seriously, stop f***ing SAYING THAT!)
...but, irritatingly, some smartarse has cottoned onto the fact that you can put stuff like 'shit for brains' up to make the search briefly amusing, so, now when you put any obscenity in the box, the e-Bays and Amazons suddenly disappear, which means they DON'T have EVERYTHING !! and are, in fact, effing lying! ### :icon_batterup: I swear, it never used to be that difficult, it's just that slowly, bit by bit, the advertising is taking over everything...facts don't seem to matter and no-one gives a toss as long as you click on their site. :icon_no: and I'm not even going near the subject of clickbait, I've got work in the morning and I need to retain some semblance of a game face...
*(...mostly the number of f***s I give about that lie somewhere between 0 and -1 but I had to spend 2 days sat in front of the PC at work finding over 70 different links for miscellaneous crap for another wellsite job which may never happen, and I've still got to buy the bloody stuff but someone's playing silly buggers, so I can't until I get the go-ahead...grrrrr!....)
...And Breathe, OK - Rant Over, Carry On...
Post by: TLPower on June 17, 2019, 05:19:00
Top moaning by the way. :thumb:
Post by: StromGeeza on June 17, 2019, 07:20:56
Post by: Ambergnat on June 19, 2019, 19:05:12
Post by: tallpaul on August 17, 2019, 07:53:13
Now that gripe has been ranted I feel much better... :topic_closed:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 17, 2019, 10:31:42
I hate that too, Paul. Some of the American custom sites talk about deleting the rear fen....erm, mudguard. No. You are removing it. Delete it from the drawing by all means, but removing chunks of metal is a physical process. Can we delete the originator of this misuse of the word?
Post by: Fat Rat on August 17, 2019, 21:40:32
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 17, 2019, 21:42:07
Post by: Hugo Magnus on August 18, 2019, 08:39:21
(http://)
Post by: StromGeeza on September 29, 2019, 10:38:59
:crazy:
Post by: Brockett on September 29, 2019, 11:40:29
Post by: Fat Rat on September 29, 2019, 11:46:47
Post by: tallpaul on September 29, 2019, 11:55:56
Post by: Brockett on September 29, 2019, 11:56:45
Post by: Brockett on September 29, 2019, 12:08:29
Post by: Brockett on September 29, 2019, 12:25:45
Post by: Andy M on September 29, 2019, 19:41:45
Andy
Post by: MartinW on October 01, 2019, 19:47:50
Apparently as I haven't sold 25 items in 3 months, then eBay can put my Paypal receipt on hold for three weeks to make sure the buyer doesn't have cause to complain.
The buyer collected from me within 24 hours, the item was marked as collected and with great feedback added in both directions, yet eBay are still holding on to all my money from the sale. They will still take their fee of course.
How does that work? Do I need to sell another 15 items before I get money released more quickly? It was pretty embarrassing for the poor sod that came to collect the item when Paypal sits there showing his deposit is on hold too.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 01, 2019, 20:06:19
Post by: MartinW on October 01, 2019, 20:11:37
Post by: S2Rgar on October 01, 2019, 21:00:38
on hold for three weeks
That had me in a bad mood too when it happened to me recently. To be fair my money was cleared into my account sooner than they said.
Post by: StromGeeza on October 01, 2019, 21:02:10
Buyer collecting item from your gaff is not proof item delivered under Ebay policy... :crazy:
Post by: MartinW on October 01, 2019, 21:05:03
Post by: colin on October 03, 2019, 19:28:13
Post by: Andy M on October 03, 2019, 19:52:50
Some thick tart on either Chanel 4 or Sky thought Ireland was pronounced Island, or maybe thought it was spelt that way and exposed how useless half these journalists are on anything outside the M25.
It upsets fewer of the inhabitants of said island. The ones in the North who want the North to be in the South like the Ireland bit. The ones who want the North to be in Scotland like that the island is differentiated from Ireland.
Andy
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 03, 2019, 20:29:45
Because they are referring to Eire and Norn Iron in one go.
(Also, England is not an island)
Post by: MartinW on October 03, 2019, 21:11:31
It's clearly a mash-up of Britain and Exit and not a mixture of the first meal of the day and some bad acne.
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 03, 2019, 21:17:15
If they could pronounce it properly then perhaps you would at least agree on something. :icon_wink: :roll:
BTW, The 'scotch' people are the worst....... :grin:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 03, 2019, 21:17:43
Post by: tallpaul on October 04, 2019, 07:26:23
Post by: porter on October 04, 2019, 08:22:44
Post by: Fat Rat on October 04, 2019, 08:49:11
Post by: StromGeeza on October 04, 2019, 09:12:52
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 04, 2019, 10:39:36
Post by: Tusker on October 04, 2019, 16:11:12
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 04, 2019, 16:44:36
Post by: StromGeeza on October 04, 2019, 17:10:41
It brings out the worst of the 'I'm not racist, but....' brigade.
Post by: Fat Rat on October 04, 2019, 17:12:36
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 04, 2019, 17:31:38
Post by: MartinW on October 04, 2019, 18:06:35
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on October 04, 2019, 18:43:18
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 04, 2019, 18:54:48
Post by: Brockett on October 04, 2019, 21:06:10
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 04, 2019, 21:11:29
Post by: TLPower on October 05, 2019, 06:27:23
They are of course the pink or blue bobbly ones, I keep them in a bowl by the front door. They generally have a fine layer of dust and dog hair on them. :thumb:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 05, 2019, 08:07:42
Post by: MartinW on October 05, 2019, 08:22:57
Post by: Andy M on October 05, 2019, 18:52:23
Don't forget pumpkin makes a cracking soup, especially on November 6th when they can be had for pennies.
A remaining annoyance is supermarket's selling fireworks from August on. We actually have a local petition going to stop them. The national one was of course rejected as the Westminster Monkeys know better. Sainsbury and ASDA seem to be respecting this, Morrisons aren't. I wonder if scratters buy as much in bangers as a sales rep does in Diesel and shopping? Morrisons are finding out.
I shall be having a celebration tot on the 31st assuming the Westminster W*****s don't double cross us again.
Andy
Post by: Brockett on October 05, 2019, 19:10:26
Invariably the shop assistant asks if I'm having a halloween party and cannot quite grasp the idea that pumpkins can be eaten and not just used as a candle holder. On 7th November there will no pumpkins to be had as the supermarket idiots throw them away "because they're not wanted" after Halloween.
Post by: Brockett on October 05, 2019, 19:20:58
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 05, 2019, 20:56:16
:grin:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 05, 2019, 21:10:38
And, breathe....
Post by: Fat Rat on October 05, 2019, 21:18:37
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 05, 2019, 21:34:06
Party poopers!
Spoilsports!
Killjoys!
Wet blankets! (I like that one the most)
Just having a moan. :icon_wink:
Post by: TLPower on October 06, 2019, 08:01:37
Charlie Bucket is almost totally deaf now, in his younger years he was a gibbering wreck with fire works. He was bred and trained as a gun dog but was petrified of loud noises (gun shy). Luckily for us and him we rescued him (for a mighty sum). The autumn until after new year was always a living hell for the poor chap.
Post by: Brockett on October 06, 2019, 08:50:13
Post by: Andy M on October 06, 2019, 14:06:04
Organised displays stick to the timetable. Little scrotes spending the money they get from stealing mobile phones at large supermarkets to recreate Friday night on the Gaza strip, every night 3pm to 3am, August to Easter is simply antisocial.
Of course were someone to attempt to recreate the actual event with fifteen tons of black powder under Westminster, they would have my full support.
Andy
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 26, 2019, 20:57:25
What ever happened to the verb to 'say'? I say , you say, he says or they say....... Past participle , 'said'.
Why is it:
"I'm like....."
"I go....."
"She went....."
?!?!?! :shrug:
Edit: Add to that "he or she got....." FFS
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 26, 2019, 21:39:07
100w, 60w, 40, clear or pearl. Them were t' days.
Far too simple.
How many lumens do you want? What's that output equivalent to in old money? How many Kelvins is the colour temperature? LED, halogen or magic sparkles?
Right, this is what I need. Correct shape, size, colour, brightness, voltage, wattage. But it's an Edison screw. Have you got any in bayonet cap? No, sir. Why not, considering it is still the British Standard? All right, do you sell pendant fittings in Edison so I can buy this particular bulb? No, sir. No? Well how the f**k are you going to sell any of these bulbs, then? Me exiting B&Q muttering and visibly shaking.
Post by: tallpaul on October 26, 2019, 22:29:49
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 26, 2019, 22:33:47
Post by: Brockett on October 26, 2019, 22:35:45
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 26, 2019, 22:39:41
https://www.ikea.com/gb/en/p/koppla-b22-to-e27-bulb-converter-90295615/
Very illuminating.
Post by: TLPower on October 27, 2019, 05:56:14
Candles that's what you need or if shopping in Sheffield ask for cangles.
Post by: MartinW on October 27, 2019, 07:11:39
Post by: MartinW on October 27, 2019, 07:17:27
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 27, 2019, 07:31:14
The pizza menus are usually shiny and don't absorb water.
The schoolboy delivering them doesn't have to walk round in the deluge for 5+ hours.
None of our gear is waterproof.
Half the letterboxes have brushes behind that are so strong that the wet mail won't go past them.
What's this "important documents"? Every time I see anybody tbey say "more junk then, that's all we ever get"
I'll let you off on the leaving stuff hanging out of the letterbox, though. That's not on. Never in 20+ years - unless - you've got one of those tin cigarette case-sized boxes fastened to your wall with a razor sharp spring- loaded letterflap guarding the microscopic cavity within.
If it gets too wet I'll just make a papier maché model dinosaur out of it all and go home.
Post by: MartinW on October 27, 2019, 07:33:21
Earliest delivery I have ever had from a Postman too :shy:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 27, 2019, 07:35:16
At least it didn't go to the neighbours - and I didn't take a shortcut across your lawn and trample your hollyhocks.
Post by: mr_diver on November 10, 2019, 05:00:07
Taken from that V-Strom related facebook group.
Bloke has a bike with a battery that's past it's best bit doesn't want to spend out on a new one just yet.
Has a halfords clip on charger...
'Automotive' with pictures of a car, campervan, boat but no bike. There is no spec shown in the picture.
People with no fecking idea says "oh it's for all automotive batteries"...
Que me saying a bike battery isn't automotive and all the reasons why you wouldn't use that charger on a bike... over charge, swell, spray acid, explode!
Then people start arguing with me over it after I've already said I used to sell them for a living and know more than they do about batteries and chargers.
Fair play to people for sticking to their ideas, but ffs can't they use their brains before they speak or that asking too much :shrug:
Post by: TLPower on November 10, 2019, 05:08:58
*= ###
Post by: mr_diver on November 10, 2019, 11:28:21
I bet the morons will then put a warranty claim into Suzuki for the batteries lol
Post by: MartinW on November 22, 2019, 14:46:18
Post by: TLPower on November 22, 2019, 16:53:41
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 22, 2019, 17:10:41
Post by: TLPower on December 08, 2019, 12:33:45
Or more accurately, neighbour's my leaves. On one side we have The Clampits complete with feral children, Henry and Elsie. On the other we have Widow moaning twat. Across the road we have Widow pig eyes and next to her Widow Rampant.
All have trees that deposit leaves and all of them, every single one of them ends up in the gulley for my driveway. For the third time this year I've had to lift all the covers to remove THEIR leaves from MY property.
I'm sick to death of it I can tell you.
I'd go as far as saying I'm outraged. ###
Post by: Tusker on December 08, 2019, 14:55:50
Post by: Brockett on December 08, 2019, 15:02:28
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 08, 2019, 15:38:57
Post by: MartinW on December 08, 2019, 16:17:40
Note the leaves for proof.
Post by: TLPower on December 08, 2019, 16:24:24
She is very suggestive towards me and makes me feel uncomfortable. A couple of years ago she went on a "Tinsel and Turkey" break to Ilfracombe with Widow Pig eyes. On the 1st night she shagged a complete stranger then ignored him for the rest of the week.
Mrs Power calls her a "game old bird"....
Post by: Tusker on December 08, 2019, 16:36:35
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 08, 2019, 16:46:09
Post by: MartinW on December 24, 2019, 13:00:08
It would have sunk without trace in the 1973 Christmas Number One battle.
Post by: MartinW on December 24, 2019, 17:25:19
I hope my take away is ready in the next 15 seconds.
Post by: TLPower on December 24, 2019, 18:38:48
Happy Shitmost.
Post by: Steady Freddy on December 25, 2019, 22:51:39
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 14, 2020, 20:13:13
Had one today supposedly from the TV licencing authority saying my direct debit had failed & asking me to click on a link to set up a new one.
My direct debit for the licence was taken earlier this month!!
The email looked pretty genuine too, complete with my correct email address. The link however gave it away.
Bastards!! :icon_batterup:
Post by: Mr Nick on January 14, 2020, 20:18:00
Your forum access has been frozen due to inappropriate conduct. Please click on the link below to reactivate your account.
www.weareabunchofthievingbastards.com
Thank you
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 14, 2020, 20:21:51
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on January 14, 2020, 20:26:12
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 14, 2020, 20:49:25
That's something our family tell mum and dad on every visit (although they don't use the internet they get 'the' phone calls!) Say nothing and give no details!!
Post by: The Big Dog on January 14, 2020, 21:03:47
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 14, 2020, 21:21:55
Still enough perhaps to catch an unaware person out, but better.
Post by: TLPower on January 15, 2020, 05:35:14
Post by: Brockett on January 15, 2020, 09:07:00
He expressed his gratitude, telling her she must be a 'spiritual person'. He asked her if she believed in God. She said "yes" ... "and you believe in heaven"? and she said "yes."
"Well you're not going there, you thieving lying c---". and put the phone down.
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 15, 2020, 11:08:09
Deb answered the phone three times this morning to a recorded message saying it was our internet provider and our broadband will be disconnected unless we 'do something'!!
Like I said, we are registered with the TPS but I must check the details as we've had a few annoying calls recently. ###
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 15, 2020, 11:15:03
Post by: Ianmc on January 15, 2020, 12:27:20
Post by: kwackboy on January 15, 2020, 12:44:58
We get some laughs ... :haha:
Post by: SimonW on January 15, 2020, 14:54:49
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkdoogjic4I (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mkdoogjic4I)
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 15, 2020, 16:12:38
TPS only works if the company is UK based and have themselves agreed to its Ts&cs, as far as I know. Same with Mailing Preference. So all the foreign scamsters will still call you.This is from the TPS website ........
The remit of TPS lies strictly within the boundaries of live unsolicited calls of a sales/marketing nature. It does not stop other call types such as recorded/automated messages, silent calls, market research, overseas companies, debt collection, scam calls, nuisance and abusive calls etc.
Post by: Brockett on January 15, 2020, 17:31:26
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 15, 2020, 17:35:13
Post by: Brockett on January 15, 2020, 17:39:16
Post by: Dark-Strom on January 15, 2020, 18:59:56
appreciate you don't get much time to answer the phone anyway being retired :stirpot:, but we had similar issues and joined the TPS list and it didn't make a lot of difference.
So we bought phones with caller display - a lot of the prank calls come up as international or landline numbers with too many / not enough numbers, so we know not to answer... :thumb:
Post by: mr_diver on January 15, 2020, 19:24:41
I can still call out if I need to, but I don't get disturbed.
Anyone who actually needs to get hold of me calls my mobile anyway.
It's usually only when I have to call insurance companies when I reach for the landline.
Back in September I tried to call to sort out the Vara's renewal.
No dial tone. Discovered that sometime between sorting SWMBO's bike insurance in Feb and September the cable on the outside of the house had snapped. lol
Jen said we need to sort it for emergencies. Emergency services will know where you are with landlines but require you to say where you are on a mobile.
Virgin sorted it for free and 'upgraded' us to the fibre optic landline they are rolling out. :shrug:
If the phone rings and I notice the little light on the phone I leave it ring and see if they call my mobile.
If they don't it means cold call and not someone I wish to speak to.
Post by: robertallinson on January 23, 2020, 07:57:48
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 23, 2020, 08:10:23
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 15, 2020, 17:35:59
Which month and how much is that? Certainly more than a dry month no doubt........... :GRR:
Also 'a month's rain' is when it rains.....wait for it......for a month, no? :shrug:
Don't get me started on so called 'wind chill factor'. :dl_smiley_banghead:
What has been admitted is that these unquantified expressions are used more and more to dramatise the weather forecast. :violence-smack:
Post by: Rookie on February 15, 2020, 21:05:04
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on February 15, 2020, 22:22:37
Post by: TLPower on February 16, 2020, 06:35:55
So how fast do I need to go before the friction of the air warms me up?
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 16, 2020, 08:21:46
Put some clothes on, you fool..........! lol
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on February 16, 2020, 21:01:10
I was going to say to TLP that it depends if you're naked or not... lol
I had thought I'd been living down saaawf in W. Yorkshire for too long as I now need my heated bike jacket from September to June, but I can see it's all down to wind chill.
I heard on the radio Wales has a month's worth of rain today...
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 16, 2020, 21:41:51
Also 'since records began' of that hasn't happened on 16th February for fifteen years! :roll:
FFS, really? :crazy:
Call me a lemming and I must find a cliff! :icon_wink:
(Hang on, they don't do that either...........) :icon_exclaim:
Post by: snagzie on February 19, 2020, 11:07:04
Post by: tallpaul on February 19, 2020, 12:22:08
Post by: snagzie on February 19, 2020, 12:33:57
Moaning because when I got my first ever Vstrom delivered last week, they replaced the rear with a brand new A41 but left the front original battle wing on with 2mm of tread and didn't think to ask me if I wanted that done too.
Saying that, it still had until June before its first MOT is due so, from another perspective, I got a free MOT and a new rear tyre.
But a moans a moan :)
Post by: kwackboy on February 19, 2020, 14:50:23
Post by: Rookie on February 19, 2020, 22:09:46
Post by: 2112 on February 21, 2020, 18:46:34
Is unprecedented the only word news agencies know these days ? I'm getting quite fed up by this unprecedented intrusion and the unprecedented use of the word unprecedented. This unprecedented use of the word unprecedented will be so overused it will become both unviable AND untenable at the same time...
Post by: Hugo Magnus on February 21, 2020, 18:56:58
Post by: tallpaul on February 21, 2020, 19:41:03
Post by: MartinW on February 21, 2020, 19:44:30
Post by: Brockett on February 21, 2020, 20:48:45
Post by: Barbel Mick on February 21, 2020, 22:05:42
Post by: TLPower on February 22, 2020, 05:46:36
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 07, 2020, 22:08:23
Post by: mr_diver on March 08, 2020, 19:13:02
Drop the engine out the bottom and then you'll be able to simply swap the battery.
lol
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 23, 2020, 07:18:57
This has popped up yet again with Sam Smith hitting social media news. People refer to this singer as "they" because of Sam's decision to be "non- binary".
Whatever. Nice and fashionable. But "they" is clearly a plural. We, like Germany, already have a non-gender specific set of words. Er, Sie and Es, Der, Die and Das in German. We have he, she, and it. Why can't Sam Smith be it rather than they? It's non-gender, singular and fits the bill. Aerosmith are a they - more than one. Sam Smith (and all others in the same bracket) can be it. All we need to do is lose the perceived stigma about calling a person by a word we have, till now, only used for objects.
Post by: Fat Rat on March 23, 2020, 09:53:39
Post by: Ianmc on March 23, 2020, 10:34:15
Post by: Froglodyte on March 23, 2020, 10:46:17
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 23, 2020, 10:51:15
Post by: Fat Rat on March 23, 2020, 11:02:21
Post by: Ianmc on March 23, 2020, 12:14:12
I know of Smiths Brewery Alan,I had to go there on a breakdown about 20 yrs ago.The smell of the hops took me back the 1950’s,I used to live about 200 yds from Bank’s Brewery in Walsall when I was a mixed infant.
Still never heard of “Sam Smith”,is he/she/it famous?
Post by: MartinW on March 23, 2020, 12:31:20
Post by: tallpaul on March 23, 2020, 12:33:50
Post by: Ianmc on March 23, 2020, 12:36:58
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 23, 2020, 12:49:14
Post by: TLPower on March 23, 2020, 17:32:11
Is that non binary enough?
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 23, 2020, 17:36:00
Post by: TLPower on March 23, 2020, 18:49:29
Post by: tallpaul on March 23, 2020, 18:54:02
Post by: Brockett on March 23, 2020, 19:10:09
Post by: TLPower on March 23, 2020, 19:40:25
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 23, 2020, 19:45:07
Post by: tallpaul on March 23, 2020, 20:01:47
Post by: Joe Rocket on April 03, 2020, 18:32:15
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yj3DBcpfMNQ
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FdghRwWfaOQ
Post by: Brockett on April 17, 2020, 16:17:11
Post by: Stikker on April 28, 2020, 21:38:47
Any one of the above a capital offence in my view
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 01, 2020, 17:28:18
Post by: tallpaul on May 01, 2020, 20:22:56
Post by: TLPower on May 01, 2020, 20:32:25
Post by: tallpaul on May 01, 2020, 20:33:37
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 01, 2020, 20:44:35
a helmet on each foot
a sandal in his hand he held
his trusty sword to boot
Now, punctuate that properly and it makes sense. With you all the way on this one, Paul.
Post by: Brockett on May 06, 2020, 11:07:06
Liverpool Victoria.
5 year old Honda and a 12 year old Fiat and they hike the renewal by £98 over last years price.
### ###
Post by: Brockett on May 06, 2020, 11:47:25
Oh! yes and the bikes will need insuring in June as well.
Post by: Joe Rocket on May 06, 2020, 11:48:44
I've heard it explained as being like putting Hmmm or Errr before you say what you want to, usually in reply.
Recently I've heard "Well, so........." and "Yes, so......."
'So' on it's own is totally unnecessary and adding these extra words to it is infuriating. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: tallpaul on May 06, 2020, 12:21:15
Post by: SuzukiSte on May 06, 2020, 14:25:55
Post by: Brockett on May 06, 2020, 16:28:40
Post by: SuzukiSte on May 06, 2020, 21:22:17
Post by: tallpaul on May 06, 2020, 21:45:51
Post by: SuzukiSte on May 06, 2020, 21:47:44
Post by: tallpaul on May 06, 2020, 21:49:08
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 24, 2020, 14:50:18
Or, to put it another way, one of the settings we keep dicking about with on our forks / rear suspension.
Not dampening.
.... and, breathe.....
Post by: Tusker on May 24, 2020, 14:56:50
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 24, 2020, 14:57:35
Post by: MartinW on May 24, 2020, 14:57:42
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 24, 2020, 15:10:29
Post by: Brockett on May 24, 2020, 15:58:56
I am only just calming down after reading a YouTube comment using "their" as a shortened "they are".
AND
I am more than happy for any and all corrections to the twaddle that I generate.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 24, 2020, 16:24:35
Post by: tallpaul on May 24, 2020, 16:37:09
Post by: SuzukiSte on June 07, 2020, 16:01:27
https://www.cmcbikes.com/news/view/cmc-announcement/55
:groan: :icon_no:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on June 09, 2020, 22:22:01
Thanks very much Wemoto and Eurocarparts. (At least the latter emailed to apologise and say they'll ship the part order with the remainder being sent in roughly 3-4 days)
Post by: SimonW on July 02, 2020, 00:09:27
Post by: tallpaul on July 02, 2020, 06:11:40
We've had mole eradication, why not attack their lunch too?
Post by: TLPower on July 02, 2020, 06:39:41
@SimonW, I posed the question in the Blue Oyster part of the forum. This area I understood to be a free for all, where all topics other than politics, religion and other stuff I can't remember can be discussed.
I am flattered that it caused a moan.
Post by: SimonW on July 02, 2020, 09:25:47
(My wife says salt will kill them, by the way. Not that I mentioned it.)
Post by: Brockett on July 02, 2020, 10:42:02
Post by: MartinW on July 02, 2020, 14:42:29
Post by: Tusker on July 02, 2020, 14:45:14
Post by: SimonW on July 02, 2020, 15:16:10
Post by: Fat Rat on July 02, 2020, 16:10:28
Learn to spell! There's a big difference between knowing your shit and knowing you're shit
Post by: SimonW on July 02, 2020, 16:51:51
Post by: Tusker on July 02, 2020, 16:56:46
Post by: Brockett on July 02, 2020, 17:15:51
Post by: colin on July 02, 2020, 18:45:42
Are yoo a retyred inglish teacher or summut.
Post by: Fat Rat on July 05, 2020, 07:16:48
Stop teaching pointless bollocks about dead poets and teach kids to spell.
Post by: Ianmc on July 05, 2020, 09:16:49
Post by: Brockett on July 05, 2020, 10:37:11
Post by: Dark-Strom on July 05, 2020, 12:54:03
First a FZ8 rider at the lights couldn't be bothered to acknowledge another biker in the lane next to him, then the same with an R6 rider in the local fuel station (one without his power-ranger suit on).
To my satisfaction, Karma then came into play, where the Delkevic 350mm silencer burble / light roar on my Glee, absolutely drowned out the yap of the short illegal silencer on the FZ8 when we pulled away from the lights... :auto-dirtbike: lol
Post by: The Doctor 46 on July 05, 2020, 16:29:54
Post by: Mr Nick on July 22, 2020, 13:08:59
I'm off this week so took it to my mate's tyre place to swap the rear tyres for the winter ones that were in the shed: she does about 1300miles a year & they'll last her years, plus it's just a swap front:back come winter. What surprised me, given it had gone through a major service (including 'full inspection of braking system) the day before, the rear wheels had to be forcibly removed. Block of wood & big hammer type forcibly. That seems odd as they clearly would have had the wheels off to check the brakes. Surely... There was some cracking around the edge of the tread so I'll give the stealers the benefit of the doubt, but cracking on a 4 year old Bridgestone is a poor show.
I went to my usual MOT place to get the test done again and they can see sod all wrong with the bushes that were 'cracked and debonding' the day before.
I'm thinking that business is maybe slow at the stealers and they're looking to generate work more than normal: I'll not name them, but, put the county I live in with the brand of car & you'll be on to something...
Given what I've seen with the 'major service', I've said to her that they aren't trustworthy and she'd be as well going back to the local garage she'd used before buying the Seat.
Post by: TLPower on July 22, 2020, 19:11:36
Unfortunately unless it's a defined measurement ie tyre depth, brake roller readings, headlamp aim, damage to windscreen etc it's just the testers opinion.
Post by: Mr Nick on July 24, 2020, 22:18:02
As far as the rear wheels go, this is what we found after we had managed to prise the wheels off the car:
(https://www.dropbox.com/s/kv9kabm7tshzx3o/IMG_20200724_162953.jpg?raw=1)
Either they didn't remove the wheels in breach of their service schedule on a safety matter, or they've rammed them back on to the corrosion with no thought to clean the hub & allow the wheels to seat properly. I'm going with the former.
Post by: TLPower on July 25, 2020, 06:26:47
Pure and simple.
Twats.
Post by: Brockett on July 25, 2020, 09:50:13
However, they didn't notice:-
The headstock bearings were a collection of rusty balls
The air filter was the original, covered in bits of wasp and flies.
The rear axle oil seal had failed and the hub only retained 50% of oil.
The oil in the engine was one whole litre less than is required to reach mid way on the sight glass and filter was very old looking. (nothing else on the bike was showing signs of rust and the bike had been in a garage all of it's life. )
I've not looked yet but "it's nailed on" that the rear suspension linkage has never been stripped and regreased.
It is always possible that the previous owner told the service department to "Just change the oil". But then
A lad rode in on a Honda 500 from the same dealership only half a mile away. Brand new bike, items that were dry and not lubed included , side stand, all footrest pivots, drive chain, clutch lever pivot. So much for PDI.
The standard of service you get is down to the quality and personality of the workshop manager.
... and just for the record.... I deal with Orwells of Ipswich and I've never anything but first class service from them and they were never involved with this bike's service history.
Post by: hotbulb on July 25, 2020, 12:26:17
Post by: kwackboy on August 09, 2020, 18:04:53
Had plans to head out on the bike today, somewhere on the South coast, this would ensure I would get there with ease, get a free parking spot but we would both swelter in our bike gear.
Or... jump in our air conditioned car and be in comfort but this would mean an extra long journey stuck in traffic and then maybe, just maybe we'd find an expensive parking spot then take many hours getting home
Choices choices ...
Both meant we'd be mixing with the Masses, you need to book to get in most pubs, que for hours for a cold drink or a cuppa and struggle to get pie ....
Then I looked at the temp in my garden ...
No thanks , I'm staying in ... :old:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 09, 2020, 19:30:50
Post by: tallpaul on August 09, 2020, 21:35:37
Post by: Brockett on August 10, 2020, 08:58:42
Post by: Dark-Strom on August 10, 2020, 11:34:46
Post by: TLPower on August 10, 2020, 12:17:26
Please note the lick-lipping of the larger older dog on the right, the younger one on the left is as clueless as ever but is always happy to be out
Post by: 2112 on September 01, 2020, 12:49:28
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 01, 2020, 13:34:07
Post by: Sage on September 13, 2020, 17:17:41
I've just returned from a few days camping in N Wales and have been amazed/appalled about the lack of precautions taken by so many.
For instance, the campsite owners were cleaning the facilities very regularly but I only saw one person use the hand sanitiser when entering. They also had sanitiser dispensers by every tap dotted around the campsite and again I saw no one use them.
On the way home I called in at Crossgates cafe and despite hand sanitiser being placed right in the middle of the entrance I was the only person to use it out of over 20 bikers I saw entering, many of which would be in a high risk group, ie old, male, unfit and over weight.
Rant over
Post by: Ridaz on September 13, 2020, 18:31:29
Post by: TLPower on September 13, 2020, 20:00:50
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 13, 2020, 20:37:26
Post by: Ridaz on September 13, 2020, 20:51:19
Post by: Brockett on September 13, 2020, 20:56:49
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 13, 2020, 21:03:08
On my trips (car and bike) I take 'sanitiser' with me and use it where material contact is made, other than thorough washing being involved.
Masks always indoors in public, often obligatory outside now.
Lots of concern here (France) after free-for-all holidays and back to work/school at the same time.
We didn't see that coming..........did we...... :roll:
Post by: Brockett on September 16, 2020, 13:34:22
An hour of head scratching later I contact OVO via on line chat with "Katie". After a frustrating exchange of "chat" it becomes clear that she cannot see my on line account but has instead a window into the data that OVO hold for my account. And they are different. I recheck the on line account and the data shown is not the same as the data that Katie can see. This is an IT issue which Katie cannot resolve. But she does say the bill is correct and I have no need to worry further. Like you go into a shop and pick up £15 of groceries and at the till they ask for £17.50 and you say the bill shows £15.00 and they say "no we have a bill that only we can see and that shows £17.50". :dl_soapbox: The sad thing is I know her screen is showing the correct KWhs used and the on line version is wrong because my spreadsheet agrees with the "secret OVO eyes only" version. So I ask what is the point / purpose of the on line account if the billing it shows is incorrect? Katie didn't know. :dl_smiley_banghead: :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 16, 2020, 20:07:03
July 2019 I sorted out a small pension that has come to fruition. Long to-ing and fro-ing over details but all OK so I filled out forms, sent certificates and international bank payment mandate. Long wait until my birthday again, no money or communication. Like you fire off emails. Now they are working from home, quite understandably (or not up to March 2020) so have to wait for someone to pick up mail and pass to relevant workers who aren't in the office.
Total unknown person replies to say "We have no record of your forms/application being received. Please fill in the forms attached to this reply".
My reply, "Err, have you checked Ms so-and-so or Ms so-and-so who dealt with it (in the office) a year ago?" I'm waiting, now another week +, for a come back and whether I can resend everything I did before.
Just when I thought I had it sorted. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Keith60 on September 19, 2020, 04:59:35
Post by: Fat Rat on September 19, 2020, 10:05:38
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on September 19, 2020, 10:17:30
Post by: Rixington43 on September 19, 2020, 11:37:21
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 19, 2020, 14:35:55
I am with Tesco as Sim only and for £10 month get
5000 minutes....5000 text and 8GB of Data, on a 12 month contract.
There might be better deals out there but that'll do for me.
Edit......Tesco use the 02 network I I have had no problems with coverage in the UK.
Post by: SimonW on September 19, 2020, 15:14:03
"On the other hand I won't use Android at all. While I don't like Apple's closed culture, I can't stand Googles deceptions. It's secretive spying, tracking and forced marketing hidden behind the friendly facade and pretense of innovation. All carefully managed by a team of "community engagement" people."
Post by: Mr Nick on September 19, 2020, 16:09:41
Post by: SimonW on September 19, 2020, 17:31:25
And in fairness to Apple, you don't actually have to grant very many priveleges to have a decent experience, again unlike Android. As an example, I checked the photo gallery on my Android table the other day before I wipe it and flog it. Samsung Gallery wouldn't open unless I gave it access to location, contacts and calendar. WTF? Just no. And why doesn't GPS location work in the middle of nowhere unless I turn on wifi and mobile data on my Android handset? Google tells me it's more accurate if it uses wifi. But halfway along a trail in the middle of nowhere? WTF? Just no.
Post by: Fat Rat on October 03, 2020, 14:42:41
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 03, 2020, 15:14:08
Post by: Fat Rat on October 03, 2020, 15:57:41
Oh, wait :whistle:
Post by: MartinW on October 03, 2020, 16:40:57
Post by: Brockett on October 03, 2020, 16:59:46
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 03, 2020, 17:08:02
Post by: MartinW on October 03, 2020, 18:01:34
Post by: StromGeeza on October 03, 2020, 18:45:22
Post by: StromGeeza on October 03, 2020, 18:46:04
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 03, 2020, 19:05:43
Post by: Tusker on October 03, 2020, 20:19:31
Post by: Ambergnat on October 08, 2020, 08:59:34
I don't know whether it's the fault of the yanks or just the numpties I work with, but too many of them are adopting it as an alternative to 'get back to' or 'reply' - as in, "thanks you for your help I will revert later", to which my answer invariably is, "to what? a monkey? an amoeba?" ###
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 08, 2020, 09:51:05
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 08, 2020, 10:35:27
Aargh! What happened to normality? :roll:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 08, 2020, 12:32:41
Post by: Fat Rat on October 08, 2020, 14:29:14
Post by: Mr Nick on October 08, 2020, 14:49:06
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 08, 2020, 14:53:59
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 09, 2020, 21:13:10
On, crime is now criminality. Illegal behaviour apparently........... :shy:
Post by: Graham62 on October 21, 2020, 13:18:45
Post by: Tusker on October 21, 2020, 16:33:50
Post by: kwackboy on October 21, 2020, 18:56:34
Post by: endintears on October 21, 2020, 19:23:01
"Although deaths were tracking at the top of what would usually be expected, they remained within normal bounds. The figures suggest that people who would normally be expected to die of flu or pneumonia are instead dying from coronavirus"
Statistically interesting data from the ONS but hardly encouraging :groan:
Post by: Tusker on October 21, 2020, 20:40:52
Post by: kwackboy on October 21, 2020, 20:59:44
Bonkers ... :crazy:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on October 21, 2020, 21:45:22
Neither is this chap: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-lancashire-54597619
I do hope the death rate stays low over winter and we don't get back up to the horrid figures from earlier in the year.
Post by: Dark-Strom on October 21, 2020, 22:31:26
There was talk that cases from other areas were being moved here last time.
Sadly I think most of the elderly care homes aren't as full, hence lower numbers maybe?
Really hope 2021 kicks some serious covid backside
:icon_batterup:
Post by: endintears on October 21, 2020, 22:57:37
https://www.worldometers.info/coronavirus/#countries
Some countries definitely telling porky pies :smirk:
@Dark-Strom Some herd immunity starting to take effect hopefully.
Post by: Brockett on October 21, 2020, 23:16:23
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 22, 2020, 14:26:38
Just in case you didn't know, anyone who dies of anything, this includes being run over by a bus..!!, within 28days of being diagnosed with Covid-19, it's documented as a Covid-19 death. Bonkers ... :crazy:
Post by: kwackboy on October 22, 2020, 14:44:32
Post by: Brockett on October 24, 2020, 19:56:51
Post by: tallpaul on October 24, 2020, 20:09:34
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 24, 2020, 21:03:50
Post by: Brockett on October 26, 2020, 18:14:07
Post by: MartinW on October 26, 2020, 19:14:51
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 26, 2020, 19:16:25
Post by: tallpaul on October 26, 2020, 19:24:57
Post by: Brockett on October 26, 2020, 20:53:11
Post by: Brockett on October 27, 2020, 14:21:00
Post by: StromGeeza on October 28, 2020, 08:58:39
lol
Post by: Brockett on October 28, 2020, 17:54:32
Post by: kwackboy on October 28, 2020, 18:48:19
Needless to say , I got the fee removed .. :violence-smack:
Post by: SuzukiSte on November 30, 2020, 13:02:00
Post by: Mac1 on December 21, 2020, 09:39:30
Post by: Brockett on December 21, 2020, 09:51:00
Post by: Ianmc on December 21, 2020, 10:16:21
Post by: Fat Rat on December 21, 2020, 10:18:56
'Thanks for the add', or worse, 'Thanks for the ad'.
:icon_exclaim:
Post by: colin on December 21, 2020, 14:39:37
You just prompted me into another one..when did feck become feck. and a v-strom isn't a fecking bird so is it a beak a beek or a beke.
When did a Shop become a Store? Oh, and when the feck did 'In Store' become an acceptable term <!-- s:shrug: -->:shrug:<!-- s:shrug: --> <!-- s:old: -->:old:<!-- s:old: -->
the world is gong fupping mad.
Post by: BlackRockFox on December 21, 2020, 16:19:51
Take out used to mean something entirely different
:humbug:
Post by: Brockett on December 21, 2020, 20:47:39
Post by: tallpaul on December 21, 2020, 21:15:31
Post by: kwackboy on December 21, 2020, 21:27:54
Post by: 2112 on December 22, 2020, 07:06:37
Post by: SuzukiSte on December 22, 2020, 10:43:51
Post by: StromGeeza on December 22, 2020, 14:24:50
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 22, 2020, 14:54:24
When Father Ted hit our screens, that's when.
Post by: Brockett on December 23, 2020, 10:09:54
My son lives with me in tier 2.
My wife is on Chemotherapy and waiting for an operation for which she must stay Covid free. The Chemo' has reduced her immune system to almost nil: She lives in tier 4.
Grandson's mother is going through a difficult patch and wants Grandson to stay here for Christmas. But that's not allowed.
Having suffered from pleurisy in 2016 and double pneumonia in 2012 my GP says I must not catch this virus as my lungs are already weak. I have no wish to catch the virus from the germ factory a.k.a. my Grandson so I could go and stay with my wife, but that's not allowed.
None of this has anything to do with Christmas which just happens to be my least favourite time of the year. :humbug:
OK then that's my bit of moaning done for now.
Post by: Mr Nick on December 23, 2020, 10:49:10
Post by: Hugo Magnus on December 23, 2020, 11:43:22
Bloody weather!
Post by: MartinW on December 23, 2020, 12:09:31
The rules will change again tonight anyway.
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 23, 2020, 12:33:01
Your situation may go against the rules but I'm afraid that if I were you, those rules would be bent slightly!!
Post by: Brockett on December 23, 2020, 13:30:15
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 23, 2020, 16:27:41
You have made the correct decision mate.
Deb sends her love.
Post by: kwackboy on December 23, 2020, 19:01:55
You could always register your house as a place of worship and have as many people come over as you want , all legal .. :icon_wink:
Post by: Holmsey on December 24, 2020, 07:09:47
There are exceptions to the rules, Respite care, childcare etc.
If you do get caught I can't see any judge upholding a penalty that is dished out.
You could always get your grandson tested first. I know it is not much help but do what you have to do.
Post by: Brockett on December 24, 2020, 16:46:27
If all that wasn't tricky, this morning I found my central heating boiler has sprung a fair old leak. So no hot water or heating until my plumber comes back from his holibobs on or after 4th January. We have an electric shower so we won't stink. Water is leaking from the diverter valve / motor actuator and when I looked at it the anti-corrosion gloop was in a puddle under the boiler and inside the boiler and had flooded the control circuit board on the the way down. I can't see why the manufacturer would fit the electrics underneath all of the water connections when they could just as well be higher up. If the liquid has damaged the electrical components I may have to get a new boiler. This one is three years old with a two year warranty so I'm not too happy about that. ###
Post by: tallpaul on December 24, 2020, 17:23:40
Post by: MartinW on December 24, 2020, 20:35:27
Feeling for you today Dave.
Post by: Brockett on December 25, 2020, 10:57:56
There are countless people much worse off and then there's Noraly.... Itchboots to cheer us all up
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UltPsmBVTV0
Post by: Keith60 on December 25, 2020, 11:44:36
Post by: Brockett on January 06, 2021, 11:22:55
Yes I know gas boilers are contributing to climate change and that will, in time, flood one third of England. However currently ( no pun intended) one KWh of gas is 2.7 pence and one KWh of electricity is 14.2 pence. Without Gas I would be paying IRO £2300 a year to be not very warm. And that is today's dilema and tomorrow's ongoing problem.
Post by: 2112 on January 06, 2021, 16:52:02
Quote removed
Don't worry, the government have plans to increase the taxable rate of gas over the coming years to 'incentivise' people into moving over to electric heating. The price differential will be the other way around in around 10 years time. But electricity will not be 2.7p...
Post by: Brockett on January 06, 2021, 18:04:45
Post by: tallpaul on January 06, 2021, 21:00:33
Post by: Mr Nick on January 06, 2021, 21:54:35
Post by: tallpaul on January 06, 2021, 22:50:03
Post by: Mr Nick on January 07, 2021, 11:05:03
I'd also seen some conflicting info about the relative BTU values for both, but most seemed to say kero was higher per unit.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 07, 2021, 11:17:50
( And a fair few chip fat burners on the road, as well.)
Post by: Mr Nick on January 07, 2021, 12:21:53
Post by: tallpaul on January 07, 2021, 13:17:53
Post by: TLPower on January 07, 2021, 17:21:56
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 24, 2021, 20:02:45
We live on a main road that runs end to end through a quite large housing estate. Normally Monday to Friday, & occasionally on a Saturday, it can have a fair bit of traffic on it but Sundays are fairly quiet.
Today it has snowed none stop for about six hours, very heavy stuff & it's settled. We have got around 6" in the garden!
The road outside also has snow lying on it, the hundreds of cars up and down, far more than a Monday morning, have not been able to clear it!
It's been that busy that there was a queue about 100 yards long waiting to get out at the roundabout at the end of the road at one stage!!
What can't they understand about "stay at home"! :shrug:
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 24, 2021, 21:23:05
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 24, 2021, 21:23:26
Just bid on the bloody thing if you want it.
Post by: Ianmc on January 24, 2021, 21:29:42
Post by: TLPower on January 25, 2021, 05:05:48
I have several tins of tartan paint and a pink elephant gun.
Any good?
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 25, 2021, 07:07:18
Post by: tallpaul on January 25, 2021, 08:11:30
And tartan paint exists. Trimite used to sell it (OK, it was called tartan blue...)
Post by: TLPower on January 25, 2021, 16:46:33
Post by: Brockett on January 26, 2021, 11:12:03
Post by: Fat Rat on January 26, 2021, 18:36:20
Box'd :icon_exclaim:
Post by: StromGeeza on January 26, 2021, 19:04:37
Post by: MartinW on January 26, 2021, 21:02:35
Post by: Brockett on January 26, 2021, 21:18:09
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 27, 2021, 11:15:04
Post by: tallpaul on January 27, 2021, 12:15:32
Post by: Ambergnat on January 30, 2021, 13:19:16
Hippopotomonstrosesquippedaliophobia .......... why? :shrug:
Given its meaning - Sadism, pure and simple.
Post by: Hugo Magnus on February 01, 2021, 06:37:34
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 01, 2021, 18:43:51
That really bugs me. Because somebody did.
Am I the only one who remembers Lyons coffee bags in the 1970s?
Post by: 2112 on February 01, 2021, 18:59:52
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 01, 2021, 19:01:23
Won't be trying Taylor's, either.
Post by: Rookie on February 01, 2021, 19:39:06
Post by: tallpaul on February 01, 2021, 20:31:47
Post by: Brockett on February 01, 2021, 21:30:41
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 01, 2021, 21:51:25
Post by: tallpaul on February 01, 2021, 21:54:38
Post by: Mr Nick on February 01, 2021, 21:57:54
Post by: user650 on February 01, 2021, 22:48:02
https://www.tesco.com/groceries/en-GB/products/254889872
Post by: 2112 on February 02, 2021, 12:00:10
Post by: Ambergnat on February 03, 2021, 19:55:19
The news today is going on about The fashion industry being afraid that it will be 'totally decimated' by the pandemic.
Now, I totally understand the spirit of the statement, but it pisses me off that the BBC, who paraphrase all of the time on the news makes absolutely no effort to correct the statement.
So, the fashion industry is afraid that they will lose 10% of their industry... If that's what they really mean then that's doing a damn sight better than most industries in this shitstorm and they should STFU.
How difficult would it have been to say 'devastated' instead? ###
Post by: StromGeeza on February 03, 2021, 20:13:17
To be fair, sources like OED now define 'decimate' as meaning 'destroy a large proportion of' as well as mentioning the pretty much redundant historical origin of the word. So could be greater than 10% of the industry gone... It's OK that meanings evolve over the ages (I love it that the Flintstones song mentioned having a 'gay old time'. Yabba dabba doo!
If you want to get frothed up about wrong words, join me with moaning about the improper use of the word 'meteoric' instead.
A successful person is often described as having had a 'meteoric rise' (I.e. to the top of their field), whereas we all know really that meteors fall down into the atmosphere crashing and burning all the while....
Post by: Brockett on February 04, 2021, 09:47:11
Jesus did not have twelve apostophe's
Post by: Hugo Magnus on February 04, 2021, 11:06:22
Post by: Mr Nick on February 04, 2021, 12:07:58
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 04, 2021, 12:30:27
Post by: Mr Nick on February 04, 2021, 14:02:00
Post by: Hugo Magnus on February 04, 2021, 14:42:28
If I understand that sentence correctly lol Then we are in full agreement on that one :thumb:
Post by: tallpaul on February 04, 2021, 15:46:58
Post by: Brockett on February 04, 2021, 16:06:25
Post by: 2112 on March 10, 2021, 19:57:17
Post by: Brockett on March 10, 2021, 20:14:21
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 10, 2021, 20:39:24
( Got my first jab today, second is 26th May.)
The slots vanish very quickly, my first appointment went before I could confirm it, I was selecting the second at the time. Advice would be to get them picked and confirm them quickly.
Post by: Ianmc on March 10, 2021, 20:55:52
Post by: Sea-Strom on March 10, 2021, 21:28:31
Post by: Ianmc on March 10, 2021, 22:06:52
Post by: 2112 on March 11, 2021, 02:30:56
Post by: TLPower on March 11, 2021, 04:57:52
Post by: welldc on March 12, 2021, 10:29:06
I was home again by 18:30.
As it was the end of the day for the staff, they were hunting around for 'victims' to use up the remaining doses of the vaccine.
Post by: StromGeeza on March 12, 2021, 15:23:15
When I were a lad, our year group got some vaccination done at school. Our teacher said they pitied the kids at the end of the queue, because as the day wore on, the injection needle they used got more and more blunt!
Post by: Mr Nick on March 12, 2021, 15:42:08
Post by: StromGeeza on March 12, 2021, 19:18:54
Save your happy stories of NHS vaccination great-ness for other threads.
P.S. respect to the armies of volunteers helping the vaccination drive too!
Post by: mr_diver on March 13, 2021, 10:19:23
The company I work for were so sure the politicians in Wales would stick to their promise of opening non essential retail when they said they would and that we would be back open as normal next monday they cancelled my part-furlough from Monday.
But seeing as nothing has changed for us and isn't going to for another month I'm stuck going to work 5 out of 7 days (was furloughed 1.5 days)
We can't let customers in the store and it only really needs 2 in per day to manage click and collect and cover breaks... a couple of days this week I could have done solo, but was better to have someone to talk to.
I can't be furloughed again for the next 3 weeks, but by far the worst bit is I have to go to another local store who can't do their own fecking jobs (they literally couldn't find their own arse with a map) and keep the place tidy when we're this quiet and I have to go do it for them!
:icon_batterup: :icon_batterup: :icon_batterup: :icon_batterup:
Post by: Brockett on March 13, 2021, 11:17:13
Post by: Dark-Strom on March 13, 2021, 17:40:26
Post by: mr_diver on March 13, 2021, 21:33:45
Post by: Brockett on March 21, 2021, 09:04:24
Post by: tallpaul on March 21, 2021, 09:24:49
Post by: Keith60 on March 21, 2021, 09:55:17
Post by: Brockett on March 21, 2021, 10:46:42
Yes you'd think presing the reset button would do it.... but no. That's far too simple and as I mentioned before there is no such information in the user manual or the installer manual.
Post by: Dark-Strom on March 21, 2021, 11:47:01
Turns out I fall into the critical illness sector, pity they didn't say earlier ffs ###
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 21, 2021, 12:22:14
Post by: Brockett on March 21, 2021, 12:44:32
Post by: mr_diver on March 22, 2021, 08:44:45
Nothing to do with profitability or trading conditions just the lease is up and the landlords want too much money to renew.
The kicker is we are one of the most consistent performers along with being the best presented and run store in the area. Area manager said this a couple of days before closure was announced.
We've been the ones going out and sorting the local shithole store and whipping the staff there into some sort of shape yet we are the ones being handed our P45's.
:icon_batterup: :icon_batterup: :icon_batterup: :icon_batterup:
Post by: StromGeeza on March 22, 2021, 09:19:02
I can see a more than a few retail landlords defaulting on loans in the coming months...
When I worked at the Beeb our department got a supposedly prestigious HR 'Investors in People' award. The very next week we all got our redundancy notices...
The pitifully small redundancy package included some money for retraining. I did the IAM course out of it.
Post by: 2112 on March 22, 2021, 09:43:08
That's shite news Mr Diver, very sorry to hear it and I hope you find something suitable soon. I think that a lot of landlords will be desperately trying to up the rent as much as possible to offset the loss of rent from closed business etc. A local (Newcastle) company has decided to hand it's office back when the lease expires on April the 1st and they will continue to work from home, possibly never going back to a fulltime office. Been a tumultuous year this.
Post by: mr_diver on March 22, 2021, 11:48:19
The building is too big for the company that rents it from the land lords, so half the building is sublet to us.
Our lease is with this other company not the landlords.
They have been in financial trouble for years and see it as a way to increase their income by demanding more rent from us in a new sub let lease agreement.
They will no doubt be closing as no-one else will rent this half a building. But then again I don't give a feck about the other company.
Post by: Dark-Strom on March 22, 2021, 13:42:31
Post by: MartinW on March 22, 2021, 18:04:09
I hope you find something soon.
Post by: Brockett on March 22, 2021, 18:28:01
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 22, 2021, 18:39:10
Good luck with job hunting. A crappy time to be doing that, but I'm sure it won't take you long.
Post by: Ridaz on March 22, 2021, 19:08:14
Gutted for you Diver but as Rusty has said, I have a feeling you will be snapped by one of the other local places.
Post by: mr_diver on March 22, 2021, 19:09:48
Our part timer doesn't drive so she's stuffed.
Me and the manager could transfer if there was a position... not many people are likely to quit atm and everyone is on best behaviour to not get sacked.
We've been told we'll be closed by end of July. So there is time yet for someone to go, but the hunt for a new job has began, I'm not waiting around for the crap redundancy offer as I've only been back there 3 years.
At the end of the day I've wanted out of retail for years, this gives me the shove to do it.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 22, 2021, 21:06:09
Post by: Dark-Strom on April 02, 2021, 16:54:28
Me thinks people need to explain themselves better in the current climate, as well as giving each other the benefit...
All donations to Father Brown's confessional hotline :topic_closed:
Post by: Brockett on April 02, 2021, 19:17:46
Maybe it's time turn on the old saying " the people who matter don't mind and the people who mind don't matter".
An old, but true story. As a child, walking with my Dad we passed by a tall wooden fence, the other side of which a dog ran along yapping at our footsteps. I tapped the fence with my shoe and my Dad asked me why I kicked the fence. I said " that dog is barking at us". He stopped and said " don't, it's just a small dog".
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 02, 2021, 20:14:01
Post by: Brockett on April 22, 2021, 14:28:09
Post by: tallpaul on April 22, 2021, 16:10:57
Post by: TLPower on April 22, 2021, 19:04:45
Post by: tallpaul on April 22, 2021, 20:02:30
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 22, 2021, 20:08:41
Oh, and both seats as well.
Post by: Brockett on April 22, 2021, 20:45:53
Post by: Mr Nick on April 22, 2021, 22:18:09
It wasn't fixed, so called back Wednesday. Same fault, same response - will be sorted by 5pm.
Today: guess what? Still no internet. Called again and they checked the line and found there's no fault anymore so your router is probably knackered. Oh, you're out of contract so you'll have to buy one - £100 from them. That'll be right... She did direct me to Argos where I could buy one for £35 and I took the opportunity to complain that my connection has been hovering right on the guaranteed minimum for weeks and that's now day three without any service at all. £35 refund: thank you very much...
Collected the new router & plumbed it all in and still won't connect. That was the end of Plusnet girl's knowledge so she could only refer me on to the faults team who would be in touch in 24 - 72 hours. Oh joy: more days without connection and I'm burning through my mobile data trying to work at home to the point I'm in danger of going over the allowance - another £10 goodwill to cover that.
However, I was talking to my other half and she asked whether I'd checked my telephone line? (she works for another provider) I have a dialing tone. Have you actually checked it? Try phoning you mobile from it. I did and it's not my number that came up. So BT have managed to cross lines while they were farting about with them the other day. Luckily, I managed to get through to them with about 7 minutes to spare before their lines closed tonight, but it'll be Monday before they can send someone.
I've snagged a 4G wifi hotspot from work that'll get me back online until then at least, just have to not go overboard with the usage.
Post by: 2112 on April 24, 2021, 17:28:08
Post by: Keith60 on April 24, 2021, 22:48:32
Post by: TLPower on April 25, 2021, 06:00:18
Post by: Keith60 on April 25, 2021, 08:56:43
Post by: tallpaul on April 25, 2021, 10:28:38
Post by: TLPower on April 25, 2021, 13:03:29
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 25, 2021, 13:07:30
More "copy-and-paste". Saves a lot of typing.
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 25, 2021, 14:39:38
in an effort to make myself sound more photosynthesis. :)
Post by: tallpaul on April 25, 2021, 16:07:06
Post by: MartinW on April 25, 2021, 16:19:35
:welcome:
Post by: StromGeeza on April 25, 2021, 20:10:10
Er... actually, carry on. You're in the right place.
Post by: mr_diver on May 13, 2021, 19:51:47
Friday in work we got told our store is closing.Thought I'd give an update...
Nothing to do with profitability or trading conditions just the lease is up and the landlords want too much money to renew.
The kicker is we are one of the most consistent performers along with being the best presented and run store in the area. Area manager said this a couple of days before closure was announced.
We've been the ones going out and sorting the local shithole store and whipping the staff there into some sort of shape yet we are the ones being handed our P45's.
:icon_batterup: :icon_batterup: :icon_batterup: :icon_batterup:
On monday I started a new job...
NOT IN FECKING RETAIL!!!
AND NOT SELLING FECKING TILES!!!
I'm now flogging roadside enclosures... the sort that house electrical sub stations and telephone exchanges.
I have a desk in an office and a laptop. :grin:
But the main upside is I don't deal with the public... I deal with companies. :happydance:
And I can walk to work :old:
And I don't work weekends :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike: :auto-dirtbike:
Not really an moan.
But closing a moan. :dance: :happydance: :sunny: :lala: :obscene-drinkingchug:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 13, 2021, 19:57:39
Good commute.
Sensible weekend arrangements.
:thumb:
Post by: MartinW on May 13, 2021, 20:18:34
Post by: Dark-Strom on May 13, 2021, 20:29:08
Post by: TLPower on May 14, 2021, 04:49:59
Post by: MartinW on May 16, 2021, 14:34:42
My old Microwave had a turntable that went round in 12 seconds, so put a jug with a handle at the front, set it for a whole number of minutes and open the door to find the handle at the front. Perfect.
New Microwave and for some stupid reason it takes 13.5 seconds to go round, so put a jug in and guess where the handle will be when you need it when it's bloody boiling hot.
Post by: Hugo Magnus on May 16, 2021, 14:41:24
Post by: tallpaul on May 16, 2021, 14:43:13
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 16, 2021, 14:45:34
Post by: MartinW on May 16, 2021, 14:49:12
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 16, 2021, 15:04:35
Or..
2) Cook beans for multiples of 13.5 seconds. Aaaand, relax.
Post by: StromGeeza on May 16, 2021, 15:34:53
Post by: MartinW on May 16, 2021, 16:37:54
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 16, 2021, 16:53:52
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 24, 2021, 05:34:42
Post by: tallpaul on May 24, 2021, 05:45:18
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 03, 2021, 19:05:17
What I hate is the Australian scoring back to front ......... 5 for 320 :icon_exclaim: instead of 320 for 5.
I also notice that the BBC scoreboard now has 'Batter' instead of Batsman. The Laws (not rules) of Cricket states Batsman. If it's a women's match the use of Batswoman is perfectly correct IMO.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 03, 2021, 19:08:00
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 03, 2021, 19:13:38
Post by: Ian P on June 03, 2021, 22:32:38
Post by: Brockett on June 08, 2021, 08:10:34
Post by: tallpaul on June 08, 2021, 12:04:02
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 08, 2021, 12:28:16
Post by: MartinW on June 08, 2021, 21:07:23
Post by: colin on June 10, 2021, 18:22:16
It's a service item. you shouldn't have to dismantle the front end just to change fork oil. I don't know if you could use one of those vacuum suckers for putting down car dip stick holes. My old BMW r100 has got a small bolt in the top fork nut to put oil back in so you don't have to undo the fork top nut.
Post by: Brockett on June 10, 2021, 22:30:00
I wonder how much it will cost them to send a DPD courier for the box and then find there is no box. I can buy the defective part from "Espares" for £17. and then maybe give these tossers a seriously honest review of their customer service.
Does anyone know if there is a time limit on contacting Paypal and getting my money back?
Post by: Mr Nick on June 10, 2021, 22:51:13
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 11, 2021, 22:02:05
Definitely raise a case with Paypal (may well be covered on your credit card too?)
We had to return a Christmas present for one of the grand kids earlier this year (the postage was covered) but it was supposed to be returned in the original packaging. That, along with other Christmas cardboard packaging, that was 'dismantled' in the garage, was used. The item was packaged very securely, lots of cheap packaging tape, with a piece of the original, to show what it was, on the outside, easily visible. The cost was returned. :thumb:
Post by: vstroman on June 11, 2021, 22:35:53
Post by: Mr Nick on June 11, 2021, 22:41:19
Post by: Brockett on June 11, 2021, 22:55:10
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 12, 2021, 05:36:17
And I bought a tumble drier from "buy it" franchisees. Total wankers.
Post by: Brockett on June 12, 2021, 09:48:42
I complained to ebay and they answered "case resolved post it to seller". BLOODY IDIOTS if I had the packaging I would send it back. EBAY are a waste of space on this one and are no help at all.
I will try the importers next although as I said before I can buy the defective part from e-spares for £17
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 12, 2021, 17:56:16
I got £40 back (cost of item £80) when one of the grand kids electric scooter broke after a couple of weeks. All it needed was a new non locking switch fitted, sourced from e-bay for £2.80 & took me 15 minutes to fit it.
Obviously the supplier thought I had no electrical or mechanical knowledge and that I had a quote from a 'repairer' for £35 to fix it.
Post by: Brockett on June 12, 2021, 19:08:48
They have managers! who knew that?
Post by: colin on June 12, 2021, 19:27:39
Post by: MartinW on June 12, 2021, 20:02:21
Post by: Brockett on June 13, 2021, 08:20:11
Post by: Brockett on June 14, 2021, 17:46:30
They really are complete tossers. On the brightside I have now given up with them. I drilled a small hole in the sheild and inserted a thin self tapping countersunk wood screw. It works a treat and trims the line correctly. But and changing my profile.....
Post by: Hugo Magnus on June 14, 2021, 18:07:52
Post by: Brockett on June 14, 2021, 20:22:31
Post by: Fat Rat on June 14, 2021, 20:44:19
What makes it acceptable to drop paper and tobacco on the ground. I'm sure they would object if others came to their homes and dropped sweet papers everywhere :angry-banghead:
Post by: Sea-Strom on June 15, 2021, 21:29:17
Post by: mr_diver on June 16, 2021, 07:24:55
Place is full of people that do that.
Then they blast the horn at you when you drive like a "maniac" to pass them.
Post by: SuzukiSte on June 16, 2021, 19:48:08
Post by: Brockett on June 16, 2021, 21:06:07
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on June 19, 2021, 09:37:46
I told her to take it to a local independent who quoted £20 to diagnose the fault, although he said it'd be an ABS sensor or a bearing on when wheel, and it took less than 5 mins to plug the computer in & identify it was the front right ABS sensor, a £50 part from Ford (Bosch don't do the replacement sensor for this yet). Anyway, garage orders and fits the part for £95 all in.
I know dealers have running costs etc, but £120 seems like a rip-off as a standard price to diagnose a fault regardless of how quick/easy it is to find - even Halfords say their £50 covers the first hour to fault find, but they may need to phone/charge more if it goes over the hour. Not only has the dealership lost the work to fix this, but the wife has now cancelled the service she was going to get done at the same time as the recall and will be using the independent garage for that (c.£50 cheaper).
Post by: Mr Nick on June 19, 2021, 11:20:32
My mum has a Seat Ibiza that had allegedly been fully serviced by Fife Seat, yet soon after, our local tyre fitters struggled to get the wheels off as they were rusted on the hubs. I wonder just how much attention the braking system got?
Thieving bampots.
Post by: V-Twin on June 19, 2021, 17:11:47
More than likely, they have all gone off & got new bikes, & they don't want to be shown up........ :haha:
Post by: Brockett on June 21, 2021, 19:36:02
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 22, 2021, 17:26:17
Back in the pre-digital past, I used to get on a bus and ride 3 miles to Dewsbury, and walk into J W Thornes music shop with 50p burning a hole in my pocket. I'd exchange this 7 sided token for 7 inches of vinyl, (no) ride back home (no shops in Mirfield sold records back then) and slap said vinyl on the deck of the Fidelity mono portable record player. The strains of Sweet, T Rex, Geordie, Bowie filled the bedroom. When my parents were out I could play the same records on their pride and joy PYE stereogram in the living room. I could even take it round to my mate's house and spin it up on his ITT Music Centre.
In short, buy music, own it, play it wherever on whatever player.
Amazon will let me have music, but only listen to it through their bloody app. My Garmin gps has no such app. Nor does my tv, my Denon music player or my kitchen radio / music player. Bloody useless.
Unless..... Is there a way to circumvent the Amazon app and convert said music to usable mp3, flac or other lossless files? Are any of you using conversion techniques, authorised or not, to temp me back to the land of Bezos?
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 22, 2021, 18:59:53
Try Google. Search for 'convert Amazon music to mp3' and you will get a good selection to choose from most will be free but it's up to you to try them & see which may be best for you.
This was at the top when I did that search..............
https://www.audfree.com/recorder/capture-amazon-prime-music.html
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 22, 2021, 19:03:24
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 22, 2021, 19:22:24
Rather than Amazon what about ITunes? I converted 100's of their files to mp3 within ITunes and then saved them to a file ready for use elsewhwere?
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 22, 2021, 20:17:54
Post by: mr_diver on June 22, 2021, 20:23:46
There is a catch that you can only listen to one song on one device unless you pay £14.99 a month for a family account.
But we can listen to the radio and selected song on different echos... we have 4 in the house that run lights in various rooms.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 22, 2021, 20:24:53
Post by: mr_diver on June 22, 2021, 21:15:11
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 22, 2021, 21:20:13
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 22, 2021, 21:43:28
The attraction is the relatively cheap or next day delivery.
So do you need it now (or at the latest tomorrow) or do you keep ordering because you have an offer you must get the most out of?
:shrug:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 22, 2021, 21:57:31
Post by: Brockett on June 23, 2021, 10:53:57
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on June 23, 2021, 22:09:23
From what I've seen on tv, the police will contact insurance companies to double check so the insurance company could sort it in case of error.
(I'd be more concerned with an accident than ANPR)
Post by: Brockett on June 25, 2021, 22:27:25
KTM do not provide a handbook with the new 390 Duke. It's available to download off the KTM site and it can be printed, Yes all 280 pages of it.
I installed the PDF on my phone "SONY". I have a PDF reader on the phone but it does not allow a 'jump to a chapter' and I can't do with scrolling through a squillion bloody pages to find out what the tyre pressure should be. Additionally GOOGLE put advertising on the screen which won't go away.
So my question is:- Can I get a PDF reader for my phone, from adobe, and use it without GOOGLE plastering advertising all over it. AND if a PDR reader is available with have full functionality as I get on my PC?
Post by: TLPower on June 26, 2021, 05:25:08
I do honestly agree, owners manuals should be a printed hard copy. :old:
Post by: Rixington43 on June 26, 2021, 09:10:59
Oh and no Google ads, even the Adobe ones are few and far between.
Post by: Brockett on June 26, 2021, 12:13:46
Post by: Rixington43 on June 26, 2021, 14:13:09
Post by: Lemonwizard on June 26, 2021, 14:48:10
The powerful version of Blokada isn't available on the Play Store because Google obviously doesn't like apps that interfere with tracking the user and pushing ads. Here's the link to the website where you can download it: https://blokada.org/
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on July 03, 2021, 21:59:07
Post by: StromGeeza on July 03, 2021, 23:00:33
Post by: SuzukiSte on July 06, 2021, 16:38:11
And to top it all off I am stuck in due to a work colleague having Covid 19 Bummer. ###
Post by: Brockett on July 06, 2021, 18:33:38
Post by: Brockett on July 06, 2021, 18:48:12
Post by: TLPower on July 06, 2021, 19:33:50
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 07, 2021, 10:28:34
The link took her to a very official looking 'NHS site' with a very well set out form to fill in her details.
It started well, name, address, DOB, NHS number, etc, then it asked for bank details and credit card details. At that point Deb became suspicious especially when it asked for the three digit security code (CVV2) on the back of the card!!
A quick Google and apparently it is a quite common scam going on all over the country.
Be careful out there, there is always some bastard who wants to steal money from you!!
Post by: StromGeeza on July 07, 2021, 10:41:01
I've hardly had any automated messages from scammers on my landline lately (worse luck- I absolutely love wasting their time so they can't scam others in the meantime), but now more text message scams than ever- usually delivery-based. This increase may or may not be a result of the data breach at One Call Insurance (but if one bunch of scammers try to hold another to ransom that's kind of poetic justice).
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 07, 2021, 11:09:27
Post by: Fat Rat on July 07, 2021, 11:31:13
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on July 07, 2021, 11:34:27
For any emails/texts asking you to follow links from the government, always go via Gov.uk or Google, but even with the latter you need to be careful as it sometimes returns a dodgy site above the gov.uk one which may charge for free services.
Post by: Ianmc on July 07, 2021, 20:20:08
Post by: Brockett on July 08, 2021, 10:08:33
Post by: Brockett on July 09, 2021, 22:23:26
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 10, 2021, 05:42:58
Sport really brings out the best in people:
BBC News - Euro 2020: Danish family attacked by England fans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-57779541
Post by: Brockett on July 10, 2021, 09:23:59
Post by: Keith60 on July 10, 2021, 09:40:08
Post by: 2112 on July 10, 2021, 10:49:40
If you watch any ladies football you will notice it is almost entirely free of diving, play-acting and other shenanigans.
Post by: StromGeeza on July 10, 2021, 11:09:28
BBC News - Euro 2020: Danish family attacked by England fans
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-57779541
Please don't tar all football fans with the same brush, thanks to the actions of a tiny minority of pissed-up nationalist bottom-holes.
Also from the BBC: https://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/extra/4zN9dbtAvd/raheem-sterling
Post by: Mr Nick on July 10, 2021, 12:02:23
It's a similar way that golf pulls in idiots in Pringle who think they can alter the laws of physics by shouting 'get in the hole' after a shot is played, and snooker fans have to utter unintelligible 'something something something Ronnie' between shots.
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 10, 2021, 12:07:03
However I do agree with moans about diving, cheating and pretending they're hurt. I do dislike that immensely.
I go to watch my two grandsons play (under 9's & under 10's) and you even see it creeping in there now! These so called stars & 'influencers' should be well & truly ashamed of themselves!
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 10, 2021, 12:17:25
Post by: TLPower on July 10, 2021, 13:46:24
The game changed when Sky stuck it's oar in and suddenly the the players and their agents destroyed the game. Klinsman came, started falling over and the rest is history. The pundits now rave about a barely comprehensible brummy who wears a headband and is able to "draw a foul".
He's a cheat in a team full of cheats in a game full of cheats.
Post by: Mr Nick on July 10, 2021, 14:07:18
Post by: Brockett on July 10, 2021, 19:28:59
Post by: StromGeeza on July 10, 2021, 20:01:47
The FA have been fined by UEFA though, and rightly so- also for the booing the Danish anthem (probably the same idiots who boo when players take the knee) and for the setting off of fireworks inside the stadium (how the hell did stadium security not stop them coming in?)
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 10, 2021, 20:36:43
Post by: Dark-Strom on July 10, 2021, 20:50:42
Football fans will justify whatever they do be it right or wrong, bloody thugs, cheats and racists.
My first memories at Reading old stadium was of fans heavily racially abusing a player in a another team...funnily enough I never got into football. Never had this trouble with Hurling or Gaelic football, but then they are harder games played by normal people...who also have a day job...rant over...
Post by: Dark-Strom on July 10, 2021, 20:58:04
In fact the scenes after that game back then down Oxford Road, was at times not a lot different to riots.
So I take back the word thug and would throw in the words pissed terrorists in training lol.
Post by: MartinW on July 11, 2021, 12:22:46
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 11, 2021, 13:17:30
In the 60's I got to watch for real Denis Law, George Best and Bobby Charlton play for MU. Good, honest, sporting, skilful players and no worries about your 'coiffe'. Fair to say that fouls were fouls in them days but no pansy rolling about......if you got a leg broken, like I did, you deserved to lay down on the pitch. Oh, then the back of the car ride to Kings Lynn hospital, very painful. Those were the days. :icon_crutch:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 11, 2021, 21:32:36
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 11, 2021, 22:44:39
Post by: Joe Rocket on July 14, 2021, 19:54:17
First of all a month is not a unit if volume and the month is not precise in length either. It gets rounded up anyway. We don't know if it's ony 'two and a half' weeks worth....really.
Which month? If you want to say the usual amount of rain for the whole of July then that might not be a lot. If all of November's rain fell in July then that might be a lot.
Over what area? Just a village or town?
The point being is it's only a problem if it's flooded the habitat we've put in it's way, sealed up surfaces and reduced enormously the free flow of rain water just doing what it normally does, running downhill.
Keep up the sensationalism, forget who's to blame!
Post by: Brockett on July 14, 2021, 20:54:44
Don't labour the engine - How much throttle in each gear might be useful here.
Don't use full throttle - Well then, what percentage 50%, 75% 95% give me a clue.
Don't use excessive speed - Give me a percentage of maximum engine revs - throttle
Don't drive for long periods at a constant speed - Define "long period" in distance and time and do they mean RPM? or MPH?
According to some handbooks every single nut and bolt and fluid level must be checked before every ride - Pah!
Lubricate the drive chain evey 150 miles - on a 350 mile trip it would be posible if they had designed a bike with the capacity of stowing anything bigger than a sim card.
Their description of the required petrol as "Super unleaded RON95" threw me somewhat. I think that is just ordinary unleaded in the UK
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 14, 2021, 21:01:22
Post by: Brockett on July 14, 2021, 21:43:59
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 14, 2021, 22:04:36
Post by: TLPower on July 15, 2021, 04:44:49
Looking to change already mate? :stirpot:
Post by: mr_diver on July 15, 2021, 20:40:11
England may even win something if it was a sport.
Keep it up chaps!
Post by: Brockett on July 29, 2021, 00:03:52
Post by: Mr Nick on July 29, 2021, 00:55:45
Post by: StromGeeza on July 29, 2021, 08:23:31
Post by: mr_diver on July 29, 2021, 12:06:19
Doesn't help if you're at the side of the road and it's on the shelf in the garage.
Post by: Brockett on August 06, 2021, 20:46:09
The rider's seat hides the fuses and is held in place with a Torx bolt.
Triumph in their wisdom only supply hex keys and a phillips / flat head driver combo.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 06, 2021, 21:03:21
Post by: The Big Dog on August 06, 2021, 21:20:28
Post by: vstroman on August 06, 2021, 21:24:23
Post by: Brockett on August 06, 2021, 21:30:01
Post by: InvictaMoto on August 08, 2021, 18:13:21
Post by: Brockett on August 24, 2021, 23:37:43
Post by: TLPower on August 25, 2021, 04:53:45
Ta raa a bit. :thumb:
Post by: Hugo Magnus on August 25, 2021, 08:18:37
Post by: Ianmc on August 25, 2021, 22:32:54
Is it something they inherit or is it taught in schools from an early age.🤔
Post by: Brockett on August 25, 2021, 22:49:38
Post by: Barbel Mick on August 26, 2021, 08:07:46
Post by: Ianmc on August 26, 2021, 15:00:44
Post by: Hugo Magnus on August 27, 2021, 06:26:04
Post by: Brockett on September 06, 2021, 20:36:20
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 06, 2021, 20:50:59
What is this mythical Quest of which you speak?
Post by: Brockett on September 07, 2021, 09:02:46
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 07, 2021, 09:22:58
Apologies to the Yorkshire members who (quite rightly) will be aghast at such disregard for money.
Post by: Brockett on September 07, 2021, 09:33:28
Take a couple of plastic spoons with you and you're good for a chilly treat at half the price.
A few paper cups and there's enough for six.
PS can I come?
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 07, 2021, 11:34:48
PS...not chocolate though, vanilla or salted caramel? :icon_drool5:
Post by: Rixington43 on September 07, 2021, 11:37:42
The road over there from Wetwang chippie is pretty good too ;)
Post by: kwackboy on September 07, 2021, 12:29:00
You wouldn't need spoons for your ice-cream, just straws as it'll melt .. lol
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 07, 2021, 13:02:52
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 07, 2021, 14:45:39
Post by: MartinW on September 07, 2021, 18:26:49
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 21, 2021, 22:06:35
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 21, 2021, 22:15:54
No problem here in France btw, must be the pandemic again.........shirley! :shy:
Post by: MartinW on September 21, 2021, 22:21:56
Post by: Dark-Strom on October 03, 2021, 17:50:38
Post by: kwackboy on October 03, 2021, 18:51:18
No problem here in France btw, must be the pandemic again.........shirley!
Who's Shirley ? :shrug: what she done now ?
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 03, 2021, 19:40:12
A UK trend I believe. :shrug:
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 04, 2021, 08:51:28
Post by: Fat Rat on October 04, 2021, 16:31:36
French traits I believe.
Post by: The Doctor 46 on October 04, 2021, 17:30:43
Anyway, I just walked out and will never walk in there again, that's the only protest I have. Has the world gone mad?
Post by: StromGeeza on October 04, 2021, 17:54:01
Taking your custom elsewhere is of course your prerogative, but I doubt Tesco will notice the resulting drop in profits!
Post by: Hugo Magnus on October 04, 2021, 18:11:34
Post by: StromGeeza on October 04, 2021, 18:20:29
Meanwhile, ... have you seen the price of everything these days? Bring back National Service!
Etc.
Post by: TLPower on October 04, 2021, 19:22:51
Post by: MartinW on October 04, 2021, 19:30:37
A future drain on the NHS there.
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 04, 2021, 19:39:17
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 04, 2021, 19:41:31
Post by: Hugo Magnus on October 04, 2021, 19:45:57
Post by: kwackboy on October 04, 2021, 20:02:37
Post by: mr_diver on October 04, 2021, 20:04:14
Post by: welldc on October 04, 2021, 20:15:00
There was a queue on the petrol forecourt. Unleaded £1.58 a litre!
Post by: The Doctor 46 on October 04, 2021, 20:39:25
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 04, 2021, 20:52:12
Deep pocketed, short armed yorkshire folk come down south and moaning about our prices .. :stirpot: lolHow dare you call me a Yorkshire person :GRR:......Derbyshire born and bred me.
I'll let you off the deep pockets & short arms bit though. :)
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 28, 2021, 05:53:26
Post by: kwackboy on October 28, 2021, 17:00:31
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Post by: Joe Rocket on October 28, 2021, 20:17:14
Post by: kwackboy on October 28, 2021, 20:32:48
A renewal fee to keep my custom in my opinion is a piss take.
I wasn't charged a "new customer" fee when I bought a new policy some years back .. :shrug:
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 28, 2021, 21:40:31
Is the renewal sum more than last year and was that broken down in the same manner?
A lot of companies show what the premium is they can offer you because they've negotiated rates and deals that suit the business they do. Admin is added on top. With a policy premium of £77 and only a night out at the pub added on is, in my view, a good deal for the year. :obscene-drinkingchug:
I fully agree it should be shown as a single sum and maybe companies are openining themselves up for challenge. They will probably only argue they are being honest and £25 doesn't cover more than half an hour's office costs all-in.
Let me know who they are, I'll see if they've got a French office......... :icon_wink:
Post by: Mr Nick on October 28, 2021, 22:25:15
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 29, 2021, 09:37:17
If there's no change in the policy (name & address the same...bikes the same etc) then there's nothing to do except hit the 'renew' button. Most times they don't even send a written copy of the policy out now, it's emailed, another button to press!
I've rang on many occasions & once they know you're serious about moving they will give you a 'discount'.
Post by: Keith60 on October 29, 2021, 10:08:35
If he were my lad, I’d of stopped him, given him a clip round the ear and put the bike back in the garage till he did another training course! Stupid boy!!! 😡😡😡.
Post by: kwackboy on December 28, 2021, 20:18:05
3 days and counting .... :dl_soapbox:
Post by: TLPower on December 29, 2021, 07:30:50
Didn't think so.
Post by: Fat Rat on January 03, 2022, 12:22:24
This was an example from a film on Amazon Prime
EXECUTIVE PRODUCER
joe smith
:dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: Fat Rat on January 14, 2022, 14:03:38
To see all the rewards we've got lined up for Rewards4U members this month, just pop along to www.parcelforcerewards4u.com
Post by: Froglodyte on January 28, 2022, 12:13:30
Post by: Hugo Magnus on January 28, 2022, 17:07:35
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 28, 2022, 17:33:53
Double portions earlier in the week on R4's Today programme...... yes, the reply was "So, Absolutely!"
What rubbish and nonsense!
What does it take to think first before replying? :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Brockett on January 28, 2022, 18:01:07
Post by: kwackboy on January 28, 2022, 18:11:32
In London this is a common word used by people who didn't go to school, they think it makes them sound intelligent.... :crazy:
Post by: Fat Rat on January 28, 2022, 18:13:27
Starting a sentence with 'I mean'.....
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 28, 2022, 18:47:13
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 28, 2022, 20:05:19
'Absolutely' is a self satisfying response in the belief that the other person in the conversation agrees with you along with the rest of the world.
Reality is simply the first six words of the previous sentence (highlighted).
In short there is an ignorance amongst a lot of folk who speak to the public. That includes Ms Martha Kearney who starts most of her sentences with 'And'.......
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 28, 2022, 21:16:44
One of my other dislikes is 'of' instead of 'have'........ 'should of' instead of 'should have'. 'would of' instead of 'would have', etc :old:
Post by: Froglodyte on January 28, 2022, 22:18:12
"You better not of ruined my coat"
Sometimes, I despair!
Post by: Mr Nick on January 28, 2022, 22:46:13
Post by: MartinW on January 29, 2022, 07:43:50
Post by: Brockett on January 29, 2022, 15:35:54
Post by: kwackboy on January 29, 2022, 17:00:03
Horseback riding
Side walk
Eye glasses
Naming items so the stupid don't get it wrong. :dl_hyperhysteria: :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: StromGeeza on January 29, 2022, 17:17:05
USA speak, rather like Aluminem. It must not be allowed here.
Can we also now refer to 'platinium' rather than 'platinum' now? lol
Post by: The Big Dog on January 29, 2022, 18:32:58
Post by: Froglodyte on January 29, 2022, 18:39:34
Post by: Sea-Strom on January 29, 2022, 19:19:09
But...what is fair game on social media, telling some hairy muscleman he 'don't talk proper', not so much ........... :smirk:
Worst one in print I saw on a Facebook fancy font graphic panel recently, was of the 'could of' variety :angry-banghead:
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 29, 2022, 19:33:46
One of my brothers drives me crazy with his lack of understanding at the age of 68 with issues over 'to', 'your' and 'there'..... Never mind 'have' and 'of'. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Brockett on January 29, 2022, 20:34:22
I have "Eric Morecambe syndrome". All the right letters, but not necessarily in the right order.
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 29, 2022, 23:23:19
What annoys me most is that people now days don't seem to care.
I tell my grandkids, regularly, learn how to spell and learn your grammar, because social media is not the only thing you will be writing on in your life.
Having said that, I'm not well educated, leaving school with no qualifications at 16 but I try my best! :thumb: :grin:
Post by: Hugo Magnus on January 30, 2022, 07:26:00
Post by: Brockett on January 30, 2022, 11:47:45
Front brake pads down to 7mm - replacements £325
O/S rear handbrake cable bracket - bolt missing - replacement £65.80
:shock: ###
That bolt must be made of unobtainium
I think I'll be giving the main dealer a miss this year :topic_closed:
Post by: kwackboy on January 30, 2022, 11:57:30
My CRV had new discs and pads all around for less than that ....
Post by: TLPower on January 30, 2022, 18:19:31
You'd best budget for a set of tyres because they'll wear out as well.
Post by: Ianmc on January 30, 2022, 18:32:24
Post by: Brockett on January 30, 2022, 19:25:10
Looking back to last year I see I paid £285 for engine oil and filter change and an air con re-gas. They quoted £79 for the air con so something IRO £200 for an oil change is a bit steep.
There is a parts dealer a few hundred yards from home so I'll visit them.
Should I ask for a gennine Honda filter or are there other suitable makes?
What make of brake pads are good and or best avoided?
Post by: kwackboy on January 30, 2022, 19:37:34
There's many makes out there but Bosch or Brembo pads are easily as Good as oem
Others are EBC and Ferodo
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 30, 2022, 20:05:28
They went to all types of garages from 'back street' to main dealers. I asked the question which are the best & in just about every case I was told "not much difference between them".
I bought (from ECP) & had Brembo fitted to my Focus a few months back, they seem to be working OK. :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on January 30, 2022, 20:11:20
Check the thickness of the inner pad (A) and outer pad (B). Do not include the thickness of the backing plate.
Brake pad thickness:
Standard: 8.5-9.5 mm (0.33-0.37 in.)
Service limit: 1.6 mm (0.06 in.)
Taken from the Jazz service manual.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on January 30, 2022, 20:44:01
Post by: Brockett on February 02, 2022, 21:40:11
Post by: MartinW on February 02, 2022, 21:41:22
I misread Doblo and thought you had acquired a Lamborghini.
Post by: TLPower on February 03, 2022, 04:45:29
Post by: Brockett on March 04, 2022, 10:06:42
This morning, a questionnaire from Honda offered a multiple choice with no freedom to do anything but tick one or two or three boxes that most reflect my experience buying my bike. Facing a page with a number of choices with none that were applicable I was unable leave the page blank but, instead had to tick something to be able to move on. I ticked something and moved on and so it went page after page of limited response options until I decided to quit out of this nonsense. The questionnaire has been designed to funnel my responses to suit the requirements of Honda (or as interpreted by the survey company).
And here's the nub of it. The survey company has, no doubt, been advised of the results that the Honda sales team want to receive. The Survey company then produce a questionnaire that will direct the 'customer' to particular answers and away from anything negative.
Does it matter?
Yes, because the manufacturer will use that data to stick with its current design doctrine.
Are owners of new V-Strom asked to complete these surveys?
Are they invited to score the 'the look' of the bike?
5 stars or 10/10 for looks will surely mean that (lump of plastic without purpose or use) beak will remain until the model dies.
And I'll never get a bike with a fully enclosed final drive chain guard and proper mudguards.
Post by: Mr Nick on March 04, 2022, 12:01:22
How would you rate the quality of this response to your post?
1 Brilliant, 2 Excellent, 3 Even better.
Post by: Brockett on March 04, 2022, 12:06:54
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 04, 2022, 22:07:27
Reminds me a bit of Fat Rat's review of the 2014 1000 when he was invited to the pre-launch event...
Post by: Brockett on March 15, 2022, 14:52:22
It peeves me that I have to pay £96 each for the NC750 and VX800 when my son's 11 year old diesel car is tax free due to it's 'clean engine'.
Post by: Ianmc on March 15, 2022, 15:15:37
Post by: TLPower on March 15, 2022, 15:47:07
Oh wait...
Post by: kwackboy on March 15, 2022, 19:05:13
They should start recognising a tax free car, that's had its emissions results falsified by the manufacturer sitting in traffic is more harmful than motorcycle. :dl_soapbox:
Post by: StromGeeza on March 15, 2022, 21:14:16
The Govt need to claw back some of the gazillions they siphoned off to their mates for the supply of exorbitantly priced 'goods and services' during the pandemic... :GRR:
Post by: pichulec on March 15, 2022, 21:47:49
I still cannot understand why it is called "road tax" it has nothing to do with the roads....
Post by: StromGeeza on March 15, 2022, 21:52:24
More fool us calling it road tax.
Post by: kwackboy on March 15, 2022, 22:28:36
It's a Road Tax...
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 16, 2022, 12:43:10
Post by: MartinW on March 16, 2022, 20:39:07
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 16, 2022, 21:02:24
I'd happily pay 'road tax' if it was ring-fenced to pay for the upkeep of the roads but the money raised from V.E.D. isn't.
We will be paying 'road tax' before long when they fit black-boxes to all our cars/bikes and charge us £ per mile, with premium rates for 'peak times' which will no doubt be 7am-11am and 3pm-7pm, as well as sell the data to whoever wants it - no doubt that won't pay for the roads either :violence-smack:
Post by: StromGeeza on March 17, 2022, 09:50:22
Road tax is no more for raising money for roads than insurance tax is for helping us buy more insurance, or tampon tax was aimed at helping women buy the products they need at a certain time of the month...
Post by: Youngman on March 17, 2022, 18:44:49
And because we have a corrupt two-party first past the post electoral system (which we voted for), you're going to have to continue giving them what you thought was yours.
Post by: 2112 on March 20, 2022, 18:26:21
Post by: Tusker on March 20, 2022, 19:58:08
Post by: StromGeeza on March 20, 2022, 20:01:52
My beef is this year the bill was divided up into ten instalments not the usual 12 I've paid the past few years, so I've had to ask them to redo the maths on 12 payments...
(It prolongs the agony but is a bit less pain on a month by month basis).
Post by: Tusker on March 20, 2022, 20:04:14
Post by: MartinW on March 20, 2022, 20:22:01
I prefer it that way as I get February and March off.
Post by: Brockett on March 20, 2022, 20:36:27
Mine is 10 payments for £1330 p.a. with single person discount.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 20, 2022, 20:40:17
Post by: 2112 on March 20, 2022, 20:45:00
Post by: 2112 on March 20, 2022, 20:47:33
2112 :shock: £3200. Is that due to low population density??
Not a scooby doo, it's always been a bit high but the last few years it's rocketed up. Band 'F' as it happens based on values from about 20 years ago. I have seen talk that council tax could become based on your energy efficiency to encourage people to have more efficient homes. Bring that on ASAP as I'm an 'A'.
Post by: Mr Nick on March 20, 2022, 21:24:12
Post by: 2112 on March 20, 2022, 22:31:01
Post by: mr_diver on March 20, 2022, 22:39:51
Though, take a stroll through the town centre on on a weekday morning and it's more like a scene from the walking dead. lol
P.S, I'm not from round here!
Post by: Brockett on March 27, 2022, 09:32:55
Post by: The Doctor 46 on March 27, 2022, 10:30:53
Post by: mr_diver on March 27, 2022, 14:12:38
Post by: kwackboy on March 27, 2022, 14:39:49
So bloody true .. lol
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 27, 2022, 15:36:13
Brocket. Move to the South West, it's lovely here today. :sunny:Then what would he have to moan about? :grin:
Post by: 2112 on March 30, 2022, 16:06:40
Post by: Brockett on March 31, 2022, 13:50:27
And .... re. my previous post ...... here is the North Eastern tropic of Essex it was snowing at 0945 this morning. :rain:
Post by: Youngman on March 31, 2022, 21:25:54
Back in my sporting teenage years (1970's) the standard treatment was a shot of cortisone. It worked. I'm still here. I can still walk ...
Post by: Brockett on April 01, 2022, 10:06:31
On looking back I see the price is now more than double what it was in 2017. ### ### ###
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 19, 2022, 15:35:54
Post by: mr_diver on April 19, 2022, 16:10:24
I took a £20 note to Snowdonia, came back with it, it was just easier to pay by card. - the site shop and cafe/bar didn't take cash.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 19, 2022, 16:21:53
Post by: 2112 on April 19, 2022, 18:58:53
Post by: kwackboy on April 19, 2022, 19:07:09
Thought it was just me who had one of those..:smirk:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 19, 2022, 19:12:56
Gobby.
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 19, 2022, 21:35:22
Came back with the £100 cash.....but not to worry it'll be used for the next four weeks Friday drinking club kitty. :grin: We still use cash for that! :thumb:
Oh & regarding any elf helping themselves to it ...... it's not in my wallet anymore, it's in my 'safe place'. :icon_wink:
Post by: pb on April 20, 2022, 06:55:55
Post by: Upt North on April 23, 2022, 12:30:49
Upt'North.
Post by: MartinW on April 28, 2022, 21:33:58
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 28, 2022, 22:02:25
Post by: Keith60 on April 28, 2022, 22:15:02
Post by: Mr Nick on April 28, 2022, 23:34:49
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 29, 2022, 09:41:10
Post by: Froglodyte on April 29, 2022, 10:44:53
Post by: Hugo Magnus on April 29, 2022, 17:21:45
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 09, 2022, 17:39:55
Post by: MartinW on May 09, 2022, 18:37:55
Post by: Joe Rocket on May 09, 2022, 19:24:58
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 16, 2022, 14:19:12
I should of said something....... should have said something.
In Plymouth they say "Where is it to?" How many times do you see 'of' instead of 'off'? I shouldn't talk really. I get my where and were's mixed up. Then I am a scoucer who didn't go to school much, from the age of 13 life was to short to fit in five days a week at school.
When you ask directions and are told I don't know but ask him, and point to some stranger who doesn't know either because he's not from around here or, like a lady yesterday, gave me long accurate directions which turned out to be in the opposite direction, probably because she was too embarrassed to tell me she didn't know. I was walking in my bike kit and sweating bits off by the time I got to where I was going. I eventually asked a little girl of about 12 years old for directions, she sent me the wrong way too but ran after me and Apologised for her mistake and gave me the directions I needed. Bless her. When it all boils down, life has it's up's and down's. It's all fun though.............. Or is it thow? :thumb:
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 16, 2022, 14:21:14
Post by: Champy72 on May 16, 2022, 18:59:12
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 16, 2022, 19:05:44
Post by: Mr Nick on May 16, 2022, 20:43:21
Post by: mr_diver on May 16, 2022, 21:31:47
I did it once to a bloke in a very fancy Merc, then proceeded to let myself into my house. lol
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 16, 2022, 21:45:30
Post by: Champy72 on May 18, 2022, 21:02:02
How many riders have noticed the vast number of vans/cars etc., who cut the apex on every bend??? We're supposed to move out towards the centre of the road for a left hander - not me any longer. Way too many suicide jockeys out there.
Think we should get the cage manufacturers/dealers to tell their customers that modern cars do go round bends on their own side of the road, but they must a) turn the bloody steering wheel a tad, and b) ease off the go pedal if the bend is a little tighter than they thought...
Post by: Joe Rocket on May 18, 2022, 21:50:20
Post by: Brockett on May 19, 2022, 09:04:43
AND! AND! AND! more and more people are driving while staring at their bloody phones. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Champy72 on May 19, 2022, 10:23:45
Been riding bikes for 50+ years, including solo and sidecar road racing, enduro, trials and even MotoBall! :old:
In that time I have been removed from my steed twice - cagers turning in front of me without looking. No major injuries. :bow-blue:
I am more aware of what is happening around me, and whilst I agree that good riding skills need to be considered at al times, I cannot forgive the lazy, inconsiderate, idiotic and uncaring drivers who regularly fail to keep on their side of the road. ### :icon_batterup: :dl_soapbox:
Rant over... :dl_ninite:
Post by: Joe Rocket on May 19, 2022, 11:55:09
Post by: endintears on June 08, 2022, 19:26:45
Apparently if you have been vaccinated against smallpox it gives protection against monkeypox :dance:
Post by: Fat Rat on June 14, 2022, 17:34:50
Post by: cooltshirt on June 14, 2022, 17:51:19
Post by: Fat Rat on June 14, 2022, 17:56:58
Post by: MartinW on June 14, 2022, 18:59:53
Post by: StromGeeza on June 14, 2022, 22:00:34
Good to see the youngsters on here learning from the
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 14, 2022, 22:05:50
Post by: Brockett on June 15, 2022, 00:32:55
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 15, 2022, 06:21:55
Post by: mr_diver on June 15, 2022, 12:43:47
“Any person who resists or wilfully obstructs a constable in the execution of his duty, or a person assisting a constable in the execution of his duty, shall be guilty of an offence and liable on summary conviction to imprisonment for a term not exceeding one month or to a fine not exceeding level 3 on the standard scale, or to both.” = £1000 fine :shock:
WHF - "officer, I mealy pressed the wrong button while attempting to repeatedly spray screen wash" lol
And the the buggers are supposedly changing the vans colours to make them less obvious as speed vans where currently they have to comply with the police's marked vehicle standards :icon_batterup:
Post by: mr_diver on June 15, 2022, 12:45:04
You can be young in years but a moaning old git at heart...
Good to see the youngsters on here learning from thesenile brigadeold hands. Moan on chaps!
I'm 36 and have been known to occasionally have a good old moan, but I do recall young Josh has liked a good moan for a number of years. lol
Post by: TLPower on June 15, 2022, 13:07:57
Post by: timangus on June 15, 2022, 14:00:04
Post by: Fat Rat on June 15, 2022, 14:08:14
Post by: Mr Nick on June 15, 2022, 14:43:41
That's what happens when youngun's mix wi' oldun's.Your night clubs have grab a granny nights too then?
Post by: TLPower on June 15, 2022, 16:11:03
I might stretch it out to 9 if I've had an afternoon nap. :thumb:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 15, 2022, 16:19:02
Post by: Brockett on June 15, 2022, 17:46:01
I got a you, your and you're in this time :roll:
Post by: Brockett on June 22, 2022, 08:27:15
Will it rain? -
Yes of course it will... that's how it got to be the lake district
I don't like rain ( he doesn't ever go out in the rain and has no proper wet weather gear)
Yesterday, his wife said he couldn't possibly go because the BBC weather forecast was for rain every day except one
He wants to go in his car
:icon_exclaim:
I suggested we wait until Friday and if the forecast is wet wet wet then we'll go by car and if it's mostly dry we'll use the bikes.
But no. A wife says she's been worried sick about him going all that way at his age and it just not safe to ride in the rain ( Wives eh!)
:topic_closed:
So the trip has been postponed until September when, of course, it won't rain. Today's BBC forecast shows that it will be mostly dry but with a few showers on one or two days.
On the bright side it does give me the opportunity to spend two extra days in West Wales prior to the Mini meet. :grin:
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 22, 2022, 10:18:21
Post by: mr_diver on June 23, 2022, 09:17:28
It was regarding the the ongoing works to install some double stacked portacabins for new offices for the production supervisors.
"It's taking too bloody long to get it all finished off!"
He told me to "shut my hole, what difference does it make to me anyway?" (There is good banter in our ofice)
To which I replied:
"Well, I want it all finished and the fenceing back in place as I want to chain by bike to one of the fence posts" lol
He just shook his head and walked out of the sales office. :shrug:
Post by: Brockett on June 23, 2022, 22:46:21
They want my address but insist I have to insert my house number. My bungalow is not a number, it is a name. (I feel like Patrick McGoohan)
"I am not a number I am a name" . It refuses to move onto the next stage untill I insert a number.
Even after Brexit we cannot escape the bloody EU and their determination to paint us all grey and have us conform to their apparatchick terrorisism. :dl_soapbox: ### TOMTOM :dl_help: :topic_closed:
Post by: Brockett on June 23, 2022, 22:51:27
Post by: StromGeeza on June 24, 2022, 07:23:51
My challenge to you is for you to see what the largest number the setup will accept. Start at 99,999 and work backwards!
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 24, 2022, 08:52:28
Not 'Chez Nous' I guess.......... lol
Post by: Brockett on June 24, 2022, 09:21:30
TOMTOM is maybe Dutch.
Holland is in the EU
The EU is Homogeneous
Q.E.D.
and Joe - I have no idea what that means. But if it was called "Chez Nous" it still couldn't pass their address test.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 24, 2022, 10:42:01
Post by: Mr Nick on June 24, 2022, 11:28:42
Post by: Fat Rat on June 24, 2022, 15:07:27
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 24, 2022, 15:09:47
Post by: Fat Rat on June 24, 2022, 17:08:03
I must get two or three messages each week asking 'where are you located', 'what facilities do you have' how much does it cost' do you have showers' :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 24, 2022, 17:23:09
Post by: MartinW on June 24, 2022, 19:49:47
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 24, 2022, 20:38:24
Post by: 2112 on June 25, 2022, 09:16:49
Post by: Brockett on June 25, 2022, 10:25:45
The postman knows where my place is and loves to tear up and down the lane with wheelspins and skids despite the fact that the road is wearing out and my gas, electricity and mains water services are now getting closer to the surface.
Post by: TLPower on June 25, 2022, 11:43:01
You would either freeze or have any boundary walls knocked down.
Probably both. :lala:
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 25, 2022, 11:50:58
:grin:
Post by: Brockett on June 25, 2022, 11:53:43
Post by: Brockett on June 25, 2022, 12:10:42
Post by: TLPower on June 25, 2022, 14:00:43
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 25, 2022, 14:16:06
Post by: Brockett on June 25, 2022, 15:43:59
Post by: Brockett on June 29, 2022, 15:18:07
I tried the freesat box still nothing
I went into settings and fiddled with everything - still nothing
I turned the tv over and checked all round for a hidden switch - nothing
20 minutes of mucking about when I found it - yes I have been pushing the channel button on the remote and not the volume button. :icon_exclaim:
The free sat controller has the volume button on the opposit side. Where's the bloody uniformity.
Post by: StromGeeza on June 29, 2022, 15:20:42
Brockett, that's you that is!
Post by: Brockett on June 29, 2022, 15:28:28
Post by: TLPower on June 29, 2022, 16:14:46
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 30, 2022, 22:07:55
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 25, 2022, 19:19:28
Post by: 2112 on August 03, 2022, 19:08:43
It's 2022 and we can't get trains to run between London & Newcastle or vice versa. Same fault each time - overhead cable damage. As a former overhead linesman for the electricity board the likely culprit is lack of maintenance. To add insult to injury they were also off to Edinburgh so we had to take the most convoluted route home.
Simply not good enough ###
Post by: Brockett on August 03, 2022, 20:40:17
Back in the old days Railways were run by engineers. Now they are ignored until the "bright ideas" fail and someone needs to get stuff done with the least resources.
Post by: mr_diver on August 03, 2022, 23:18:11
Order a transformer and there is a 6+ month wait and about the same if your ordering the cable ect.
That and there seems to be fewer engineers and more project managers... Meetings to discuss the discussions from the last meeting where no one has done anything as no one is skilled to do the work anymore. :old:
Seems everyone is ditching dirty jobs to deliver for amazon or just eat.
Post by: larry1096 on August 04, 2022, 02:59:28
Every single misspelling, misuse of apostrophes, grammatical, syntactic or other writing error is far more irritating to me now that we're all on computers....for goodness sake, the software is probably UNDERLINING your errors for you, and will correct them if you simply click on it. It's not like handwritten notes, where you could (to a degree, I've always been a bit OCD about correct English) forgive folks for a misspelling or two; not everyone had a dictionary handy at all times. But now you literally have to actively ignore various software guardrails to prove to the world you just don't care.
I feel remarkably better now. Thanks for that. :)
Larry
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 04, 2022, 06:48:30
Post by: mr_diver on August 04, 2022, 06:56:31
"Kind Retards" instead of Kind Regards lol
Post by: TLPower on August 04, 2022, 07:36:35
As Happy As Larry - Meaning, Origin, and Sentences https://literarydevices.net › as-happy-as-larry
Good moaning Larry. :)
Post by: Hugo Magnus on August 04, 2022, 08:31:28
Post by: TLPower on August 04, 2022, 09:48:30
Post by: Brockett on August 04, 2022, 12:42:34
I am thinking :roll: that these regulations which were intended to protect us ( how silly of me) have become a means that enable the collection of data for any purpose whatsoever if it can be buried in pages and pages of wordage until the mug ( that would be me) signs on the dotted line to "accept all" or "decline all" ( I always click decline). ### ### ### ###
Post by: larry1096 on August 04, 2022, 14:47:04
The phrase “as happy as Larry” means a very happy person.
After all this time, I find I've been doing it wrong. :)
Larry (who's generally pretty happy, to be honest...)
Post by: 2112 on August 04, 2022, 16:04:50
the main issues being faced is shortage of materials and extended lead times for what you can get.
Order a transformer and there is a 6+ month wait and about the same if your ordering the cable ect.
18 Month lead time for a 275/13.8kV transformer and a 12 month wait for 2kM of 2,500mm aluminium 275kV cable - madness.
Post by: MartinW on August 04, 2022, 16:58:40
(not edible ones, I wouldn't moan about them).
If you select decline cookies, it doesn't remember you don't want cookies, so hounds you every time you log in. What is the purpose of "essential cookies only" if it isn't to remember that you don't want all the other cookies?
Chicken/Egg.
Post by: Brockett on August 06, 2022, 10:24:29
After a good long look and a feel around she said it's not an "ulcer" . It's "varicose eczema".
It's a surface problem and not going rotton inside and your not likely to loose your leg. Phew! But it still bloody hurts when I stand up or put on a motorcycle boot.
Treatment is the same drink lots of water, elevate the leg above the heart - (the foot end of the bed is raised up on axle stands :roll:) 30 minute walks a few times a day...... Sitting, day after day in front of the TV with my leg propped up on three pillows is boring. Especially during this extended dry period when I'd rather be out on the bike.
Plenty worse than me though but if I can just keep up with the moaning I'm hopeful I'll pull through.
Some of you will know that my Grandson lost his mother to a brain tumour last year. His school / tutor group friend Archie is the lad that is about to have his life support switched off. (It's been on the news for days).
Post by: TLPower on August 06, 2022, 12:03:17
Asking for a friend.
Post by: MartinW on August 06, 2022, 12:29:15
Post by: Brockett on August 06, 2022, 21:44:24
@ Martin W. A good parent will never give up on a child. No matter what the odds are. A brave lady who has come in for some very poor comments in local social media.
Post by: MartinW on August 06, 2022, 21:59:10
Post by: Brockett on August 07, 2022, 19:18:04
Most are just awful. I don't need to have the bike described because I am looking at it on my PC screen. The word C_O_O_L is used to death to describe everything. Much like NICE the aforementioned C word provides zero information other than it hints at blacked out, chopped down ruinations that appeal to certain of the USA market and folks wrecking bikes in sheds.
For a particular bike I am interested in the question " does it have a fuel guage remains unanswered. What's under the seat? What are the service intervals? Is a main stand an option?
Are the mudguards any good at keeping road filth off the bike and the rider? Many UK youtubers are just as hopeless, maybe in the hope of attracting clicks and likes from accross the pond. Reviewers who borrow bikes from dealers will not pass negative comments in case they don't get future rides. Owners who have just spent sqillions on a bike are really not going to say they made a mistake. Others give opinions based on nothing as in "the seat looks great and should be comfortable for many miles". :groan: Youtube reviews are, mostly, no better that watching the shopping channel. :-x
Post by: mr_diver on August 07, 2022, 19:38:00
These days he compares Bike A to Bike B, Bike B to Bike C and Bike C to Bike A and says nothing to actually describe the bike. A list of stats and the price does nothing unless you're making a home made top trumps set.
Post by: TLPower on August 08, 2022, 08:32:42
Post by: Brockett on August 08, 2022, 09:06:30
Just a thought.:-
Journalism:- a means of gaining income through writing what other people will pay to read and what Publishers can use ( see below)
Publishing:- A means of gaining income through selling adverising space to people who want to read what Journalists write.
In effect this means the Publisher restricts the voice of the Journalist so that a positive light is cast on the products that are currently advertised because it is the income from adverting revenue that pay their wages. Youtubers are both Publisher and Journalist in that they can derive income from advertising and quite separately promote a product as they "Review" it. These "reviewers" can be offered freebie samples to promote and loan vehicles to display on their channel and of course they sell their own branded bric-a-brac.
Meanwhile the truth about anything becomes more obscure and sadly, less popular.
Post by: TLPower on August 08, 2022, 11:16:58
But then we'd both be wrong.
Post by: Brockett on August 08, 2022, 11:21:13
Post by: Brockett on August 20, 2022, 07:30:54
He advertised a fridge on gumtree
A caller from coventry offered to pay his asking price and asked to pay by bank transfer
The seller got out his card and read the sort code and account number etc and the caller arranged to collect.
About 10 minutes later he had a thought, Why would someone in Coventry buy a second had fridge from someone in Brighton?
And then he realised he had given, without thinking, those three numbers from the back.......
He phoned his bank and just in time they managed to stop the transfer of £500 from his acccount.
So easily done I suppose.
Post by: Brockett on September 17, 2022, 11:38:07
Post by: TLPower on September 17, 2022, 13:01:49
Post by: kwackboy on September 17, 2022, 15:22:10
what speed camera data are you purchasing..?
Speedcamera updates are free on my Tom Tom ... :shrug:
Post by: Keith60 on September 17, 2022, 18:43:04
Post by: Fat Rat on September 17, 2022, 19:42:40
Post by: Brockett on September 18, 2022, 10:28:07
I think I have my address in my TomTom profile for map updates although these are free
They ask for my house number in order to process payments via a bank card and or PayPal.
No other business has ever insisted I have a number in my address.
As for the TomTom Sat Nav, it was the cheapest they sell, I bought it 2019 and it is in my car.
I use a Garmin on my bikes.
Post by: Brockett on October 05, 2022, 22:12:49
Post by: 2112 on October 06, 2022, 17:27:10
Post by: kwackboy on October 06, 2022, 18:13:44
Post by: Hugo Magnus on October 06, 2022, 18:27:55
Post by: MartinW on October 06, 2022, 18:38:17
Mine is £630 and hers is £0 - Crazy system.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on October 06, 2022, 21:21:58
Why not have one tax for whatever I ride/drive?
It's coming in the form of pay-per-mile of driving, which will cost more for when you have to drive at peak times.
Post by: Brockett on October 06, 2022, 22:21:34
Post by: Fat Rat on October 06, 2022, 22:40:34
Like many people, I use a different strength per eye, I have to put glasses on to be able to identify the correct lens per eye :icon_exclaim:
Post by: Brockett on October 07, 2022, 08:43:05
Post by: Brockett on October 26, 2022, 17:17:01
Post by: cooltshirt on October 26, 2022, 20:18:59
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 26, 2022, 20:29:39
Or, the urgency when entering the marble hall is greater than when leaving, thus a more savage yank on the string on the way in.
Is it just the string, or the nasty flimsy rotary switch itself, Brockett?
Post by: Brockett on October 26, 2022, 23:26:10
String broke within the switch. I took it apart and got bombarded with springs and other bits. I went to a local electrical shop and bought another for £3.50.
I stood on a stool to reach it but on stepping down I backed into the door handle.
It's only when you have blood running down your leg from a torn buttock that you realise how much you might need a good friend. I had to sit on a pad of kitchen roll for half an hour. I then got on my V7 and rode 80 odd miles to my GPs office and back to drop off a skin sample for analysis. Hospital specialist thinks I have a fungal infection in my big toe and that is what is affecting my leg. Anyhow back home I found I was still having a bit of a bleed. Still .... it was a good ride with the dash showing 20 degrees. Meanwhile my grandson, twelve and three quarters ate most of a litre of ice cream and a packet of bourbons. We were having a discussion about eating proper food when he told me his toe with the in-growing toenail was a bit sore. So he spent the next two hours with his foot in a bowl of salty water. while I shuttled back and forth with filling and emptying so he could warm water. My leg is still playing up and was very painful to stand on and as per above it is not less painfull to sit down. And Son phones to say he needs the weekend free so can 'H' stay with me until Sunday and I say "yes of course" as if I'd like nothing less. It's been one of those days.
Post by: TLPower on October 27, 2022, 08:36:31
Nope, I can't see one either. :icon_wink:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 27, 2022, 09:01:20
Post by: mr_diver on October 27, 2022, 11:28:03
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Stuck-Up-Inserted-Ingested-shouldn't/dp/0312680082
Post by: MartinW on October 27, 2022, 11:28:48
One man came in after sitting on his shopping.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 27, 2022, 12:21:45
Post by: Brockett on October 27, 2022, 20:06:32
Spent the afternoon today in the Urgent treatment centre with Grandson's toe. They were very good so another three cheers for the NHS.
Post by: Brockett on November 04, 2022, 09:40:44
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 04, 2022, 10:17:04
Post by: Brockett on November 04, 2022, 10:45:44
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 04, 2022, 11:33:10
Post by: TLPower on November 04, 2022, 12:31:50
You missed out your favourite, "must be a fault at the exchange, I'll drive out to the Peak District and sit in a layby, that usually sorts it".
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 04, 2022, 13:08:00
When I started the foreman who was given the 'pleasure' of 'showing me the job' always removed his flat cap and clutched it to his chest saying, "GPO, Gods poor orphans" when the door was answered at the house we were going to work at.
Post by: MartinW on November 04, 2022, 15:02:07
Post by: 2112 on November 04, 2022, 21:03:40
Post by: pichulec on November 04, 2022, 22:19:22
Post by: Brockett on November 08, 2022, 13:48:40
Post by: crump on November 08, 2022, 14:06:52
Is it a bit weird to have a favourite hacksaw?
Post by: mr_diver on November 08, 2022, 14:30:25
I didn't tick the box to reserve one!
Post by: cooltshirt on November 08, 2022, 14:33:11
Alas you just describe daily life for those of us wealthy in years
Post by: Brockett on November 08, 2022, 18:35:28
Post by: Upt North on November 09, 2022, 09:46:57
When/if you find em and there's a Pan Euro speedo drive screw there send it to:
Big Lad
Wooler.
Ta.
Upt'North.
Post by: Brockett on November 09, 2022, 18:23:45
Post by: Brockett on November 12, 2022, 20:10:02
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 12, 2022, 20:21:12
Post by: Barbel Mick on November 12, 2022, 21:33:37
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 12, 2022, 21:44:56
Try soap?
Post by: 2112 on November 16, 2022, 16:06:49
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 16, 2022, 16:10:45
Post by: Mr Nick on November 16, 2022, 16:48:21
Post by: Brockett on November 16, 2022, 19:39:23
Post by: MartinW on November 16, 2022, 19:51:05
Post by: TLPower on November 16, 2022, 21:39:04
Suredinger cracked his beak.
Post by: user650 on November 17, 2022, 00:12:30
Post by: Brockett on November 17, 2022, 20:31:16
Post by: Brockett on November 18, 2022, 10:40:47
Post by: porter on November 18, 2022, 11:59:07
I said yes that's money from an investment portfolio I get at the start of the new financial year. They said they have no record of that, I said that's funny as I get it every year and I took the investment out with this very bank!
After a bit of checking and a phone call back he said the new company that bought over the investment portfolio's is not on their list of approved companies.
Nice of them to look after my money so well!
Post by: Brockett on November 24, 2022, 13:30:28
This year I note the Gov.uk web page asks "Do you have a V11 reminder printed in your name"
No I don't
I have the form but it's in his name
Can I carry on as before?
Post by: grumps on November 24, 2022, 14:20:15
Post by: Brockett on November 24, 2022, 21:57:39
Post by: Hugo Magnus on November 25, 2022, 06:41:23
Post by: Brockett on December 07, 2022, 20:01:51
Post by: The Doctor 46 on December 07, 2022, 21:27:20
Post by: Brockett on December 07, 2022, 23:10:24
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 07, 2022, 23:11:43
Post by: Brockett on December 07, 2022, 23:14:21
I suspect it will sit in a depot until there are enough parcels addressed to this area to make the journey worthwhile.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 08, 2022, 07:28:16
Post by: cooltshirt on December 08, 2022, 08:38:24
:badgift:
Post by: Brockett on December 08, 2022, 18:38:34
Post by: Addzz on December 08, 2022, 19:06:50
Post by: mr_diver on December 08, 2022, 22:49:03
I've paid £5 for postage in 3-5 working days from dispatch, which I thought was a bit crap, but the items were cheap on offer.
Ordered on the 26th Nov, which was a Saturday and the order was processed on the Monday, dispatched an the Monday from a warehouse in Germany. :shrug:
Last tracking showed it later on the Monday 28th "on it's way to destination hub" (still in Germany).
They added a note on the 1st Dec saying there is a slight delay.
I've chased them twice and they came back saying it'll be delivered this week and it's down to Royal Mail strike action.
I called bullshit as it's not been received in the UK yet. :violence-smack:
Doubt I'm ever going to see this package, but I'm going to pester them everyday until I get it or they send a replacement :icon_batterup:
Post by: Brockett on December 09, 2022, 15:14:51
Post by: MartinW on December 09, 2022, 18:29:18
It would be in a nice hotel.
Post by: Joe Rocket on December 09, 2022, 18:58:18
All together (because it's the season....) Oh yes it would!
:xmas-santadance:
Post by: Ianmc on December 09, 2022, 20:01:57
Post by: Brockett on December 09, 2022, 20:46:13
Post by: Brockett on December 10, 2022, 09:25:27
Post by: Upt North on December 10, 2022, 10:09:18
Sent parcels to North Staffordshire from Northumberland on Tuesday and the first one arrived on Thursday. I spose the other 3 are now in the strike pile.
Strikes, they're a bugger aren't they. I get it, it's the final action a worker can take to make his point, I.E. to withdraw labour. But will these posties ever get a return on their actions?
If any posties are checking in to this thread then I'd like to thank you for your dedicated service in all weathers. You deserve a decent wage, whatever that actually means. The service we receive in our little northern kingdom is incredible and a credit to Royal Mail.
Anyway I digress, hope you get your parcels soon but I won't be ordering anything for a while.
Upt'North.
Post by: 2112 on December 10, 2022, 10:55:04
Many moons ago when I worked on the tools at what is now Northern Powergrid, the best way to stick it to the management was a work to rule. This crippled the company as no overtime was worked, jobs ran on, outages had to be cancelled etc. The best bit was you still got paid and when it was settled there was always plenty of overtime if you wanted it. I often wonder if that would be a better way for most people than an actual strike where you lose money and ultimately never get it back ?
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 11, 2022, 06:59:51
A fully supported overtime ban would mean no worker loses a penny, would show the management that there's too much work and not enough staff/time, and keep more public sympathy. But, here we are.
My 24th Xmas as a postie, only 3 more to go before I become a breakfast tester.
Post by: MartinW on December 11, 2022, 08:27:59
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 11, 2022, 08:52:47
Post by: MartinW on December 11, 2022, 09:18:58
We can call you "Le Mick".
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 11, 2022, 09:25:42
I'll post the links to my gofundme and justgiving pages, and you lot can sponsor my global gourmandising.
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 11, 2022, 09:28:43
Besides, international breakfasts don't do it for me, a croissant a and a tiny coffee's no good for a growing lad. :grin:
Post by: Joe Rocket on December 11, 2022, 09:46:01
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 11, 2022, 09:52:50
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 11, 2022, 11:00:41
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 11, 2022, 11:07:54
Post by: Fat Rat on December 11, 2022, 11:26:06
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 11, 2022, 11:33:30
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 11, 2022, 11:41:02
Post by: MartinW on December 11, 2022, 11:49:13
Was it oak smoked?
Post by: Brockett on December 11, 2022, 15:15:29
I didn't get where I am today by eating that minimalist arty farty stuff.
Post by: 2112 on December 11, 2022, 15:35:45
Post by: Upt North on December 11, 2022, 16:30:08
Post by: Hugo Magnus on December 12, 2022, 17:46:57
Post by: Brockett on December 12, 2022, 20:03:30
Post by: Brockett on December 12, 2022, 20:14:54
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 12, 2022, 20:26:07
Post by: Brockett on December 12, 2022, 22:37:38
Ooooop! that was the wrong picture .
I've no clue as to what the fastenings are for as it came unboxed and without any paperwork or instructions.
Yes probably tank bag fixings
Post by: Hugo Magnus on December 13, 2022, 07:27:47
Post by: TLPower on December 13, 2022, 10:46:23
Post by: Upt North on December 13, 2022, 13:03:01
Upt'North.
Post by: The Doctor 46 on December 13, 2022, 15:03:33
Post by: 2112 on December 13, 2022, 16:13:28
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 13, 2022, 18:18:44
Tell the good lady the next time she makes some it needs to be at least double that number! :thumb:
They look bloody lovely by the way! :icon_drool5:
Post by: 2112 on December 13, 2022, 19:03:03
Post by: Brockett on December 13, 2022, 19:09:11
Post by: 2112 on December 13, 2022, 20:24:44
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 13, 2022, 20:49:57
Post by: Brockett on December 13, 2022, 23:49:24
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 14, 2022, 18:06:53
Why do they insist on putting an E at the beginning of Kylian Mbappé's surname?
Post by: Asmith61 on December 15, 2022, 11:57:37
Well we looked in to ESA and filled in the online form they asked for proof of why I had been off etc, then we read that we could have applied for ESA 3 months before the SSP was due to expire :dl_smiley_banghead:
That is typical of the firm I work for :violence-smack:
So all of a sudden nothing coming in from me :icon_exclaim: it’s a good job my wife is working and earns a decent wage.
Post by: 2112 on December 15, 2022, 16:07:45
Todays grumble - why do radiators randomly throw themselves off the wall ? I got the phone call of doom from the Mrs today saying water was spraying all over the guest bedroom. Sure enough, the radiator had come away from the wall, gimped the two pipes and both were pissing dirty, stinky water all over the place. Champion. Managed to find a plumber who came out straight away and has indeed fixed it for a rather salty £350. Worth every penny under the circumstances...
Post by: Rookie on December 15, 2022, 18:37:05
Post by: Brockett on December 15, 2022, 18:44:55
Post by: TLPower on December 16, 2022, 07:52:16
Post by: 2112 on December 16, 2022, 16:46:28
Post by: 2112 on December 18, 2022, 16:06:04
Post by: Mr Nick on December 18, 2022, 16:31:10
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 18, 2022, 17:00:38
Post by: Rixington43 on December 18, 2022, 17:03:41
Fingers crossed you're making a good margin on the 'product' 😉
Post by: Upt North on December 18, 2022, 17:22:36
Post by: Rookie on December 18, 2022, 18:39:01
Post by: kwackboy on December 18, 2022, 19:49:41
What are you doing to consume that amount of energy. ??
My monthly consumption is just above one third of that .. :crazy:
Post by: Rixington43 on December 18, 2022, 19:53:54
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 18, 2022, 19:55:48
Post by: StromGeeza on December 18, 2022, 20:14:08
Post by: 2112 on December 18, 2022, 21:25:21
Post by: kwackboy on December 18, 2022, 21:31:51
Post by: 2112 on December 18, 2022, 22:29:50
Post by: Barbel Mick on December 22, 2022, 20:41:32
In the afternoon I had to call into Tesco, to pick up a prescription & some cat food, (the bloody animal won't eat the cheaper stuff from Aldi & Deb won't let me see how long it would refuse to eat it before it dies!! :shrug:), the place was rammed with quite a lot of shoppers with two trollies full of goods! One couple I saw had three trollies between them!! Do Tesco shoppers eat and drink more over the Christmas period or are they preparing for another lock down?
Why do people do this at Christmas the bloody shops are only closed for 24hrs. There must be so much waste next week.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 22, 2022, 21:04:29
My cat decided he wouldn't eat a certain food, just after I'd filled a cupboard with it. He'd look in the dish, look at me, turn his back on the dish and just sit down in protest. After two days I gave in.
Post by: Fat Rat on December 22, 2022, 21:13:22
Post by: kwackboy on December 22, 2022, 21:22:57
My cat is the bloody same, she'll only eat the good stuff .. :bawl:
Post by: Joe Rocket on December 22, 2022, 21:52:39
:humbug:
Post by: MartinW on December 22, 2022, 21:58:42
Post by: Brockett on December 22, 2022, 22:07:07
Not everyone is skint,
The people in Aldi are too skint to buy stuff they neeed let alone the stuff they don't need
The people in Tesco are not skint so they buy everything they can think of.
Some people have relatives over for Christmas and so they do need two or three times as much food as normal.
Peace and goodwill folks
Post by: Fat Rat on December 23, 2022, 09:10:37
Post by: Rixington43 on December 23, 2022, 16:31:38
Merry Christmas one and all..........
Post by: TLPower on December 23, 2022, 17:02:42
Lovely and warm.
Around this time of year as well.
I hope this helps.
Post by: MartinW on December 23, 2022, 17:05:50
Post by: Hugo Magnus on December 23, 2022, 17:39:10
That sounds like a living nightmare. Will your house insurance cover a hotel stay whilst that is sorted?
Post by: Rixington43 on December 23, 2022, 19:20:23
I haven't involved the insurance just yet and I have managed to bucket all the leaks and dry out the bedroom.
Roofer is due here at 8am tomorrow morning to reassess his original work. Depending on his response, he may or may not be glad I'm in a weakened state....
Post by: Rusty Nuts on December 23, 2022, 19:24:47
Post by: mr_diver on December 23, 2022, 21:27:26
Post by: kwackboy on December 23, 2022, 21:33:13
Sorry to hear of your woes... I sincerely hope the roofer tells you want to hear.... :icon_batterup:
Post by: 2112 on December 24, 2022, 09:10:33
Post by: Rixington43 on December 24, 2022, 10:55:29
Yeah it's a fully accredited and registered company, roofer has been back and tidied up the inside and bonded over all the holes. Says he'll come back in January and remove the panels to check the rails and hooks and then patch from above as well to be safe.
Christmas is saved, bugger it, I'm off down the garage to touch up the engine casings on the Strom with VHT.
Post by: Asmith61 on December 24, 2022, 10:59:16
Post by: TLPower on December 24, 2022, 11:49:21
Only in Sheffield.
Post by: Rixington43 on December 24, 2022, 11:54:54
Post by: Brockett on January 06, 2023, 17:03:24
Who knows. OVO don't know and the company that fits the smart meter don't know. I have been told to ask the engineer when he arrives. Modern times eh! the only people we can talk to are clueless as to how it all works.
Post by: 2112 on January 06, 2023, 17:13:05
Post by: Ianmc on January 06, 2023, 21:36:31
I send meter readings monthly via the providers website and get a bill for that month after about 10 minutes,I can easily change the amount of the direct debit they take on the same website.Simples.
Post by: Brockett on January 10, 2023, 17:38:07
Post by: StromGeeza on January 10, 2023, 17:49:23
But each to his or her own.
Post by: Brockett on January 10, 2023, 22:45:32
Post by: 2112 on January 11, 2023, 15:50:33
Post by: Brockett on January 11, 2023, 19:55:40
"Duke" DVDs did that and I so I don't buy them.
Post by: V-Twin on January 17, 2023, 18:10:01
Couldn't find any anywhere. So I sent an email to ProDec to ask them where I could get them.
Their reply was "Unfortunately we don’t provide them and never have done for the work stands. It’s not quite as simple as sliding an old one off and a new one on, the feet are riveted to the leg so there is risk for damage to the leg in making the change".
My return reply was, "Hello Niamh, and thank you for your reply.
I beg to differ with your comments or your company’s excuse for not making these available to the public.
The plastic foot is easy and simple to remove for any handyman or professional worker who would be using this platform.
One Pop rivet is not difficult to remove and replace.
I'm now wating for their reply....
Post by: Brockett on January 18, 2023, 08:52:11
Now that UK manufacturing has completely shut down and moved to the east this problem will persist. The only remedy is for Government regulations that require a certain level of spare / replacement parts to be available for a given number of years.
Meanwhile there is a need for all items to have a certain degree of repairability so as to decrease the tons of stuff that is sent for landfill for want of a replacement widget. Apart from motorcycles and cars what else is out there that can be kept going with OE parts for 10 years
Post by: TLPower on January 18, 2023, 11:01:48
Being a tight and inquisitive Yorkshire being can cause marital issues however.....
Post by: Fat Rat on January 18, 2023, 11:10:17
Post by: V-Twin on January 18, 2023, 11:30:47
Post by: Brockett on January 18, 2023, 15:30:44
When I was 15 I worked in a factory and used lathes, drilling machines, milling machines and all sorts of thing that could rip of fingers and even arms. Today in B&Q I had to wait for an assistant to veryfy that I was over 18 or over to purchase five hacksaw blades through their auto till.
it might not be so bad if the blades were going to be any good, but well..... B&Q
And before you all start...... around here the tool shops that stocked quality goods have all closed down.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 18, 2023, 15:40:26
Post by: TLPower on January 18, 2023, 16:13:37
Post by: Mr Nick on January 18, 2023, 20:14:47
Post by: Brockett on February 12, 2023, 13:37:03
Post by: Rookie on February 12, 2023, 14:22:40
Post by: Brockett on February 12, 2023, 16:54:35
Hunger games? was that a film?
Post by: Rookie on February 12, 2023, 20:52:30
Post by: Rookie on February 12, 2023, 20:59:22
Post by: MartinW on February 12, 2023, 21:14:31
That makes more sense.
Post by: 2112 on February 14, 2023, 19:05:27
Post by: Brockett on February 14, 2023, 19:40:12
Post by: 2112 on February 15, 2023, 06:56:03
Post by: StromGeeza on February 15, 2023, 08:10:03
There have been supply chain issues with the required drops (as with many other meds, sadly) so be sure to always have a full unopened bottle in reserve.
Post by: Asmith61 on February 15, 2023, 14:23:29
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 15, 2023, 18:59:17
Post by: 2112 on February 16, 2023, 10:20:40
I have noticed that a lot of gunk & sludge needs to be cleared from my peepers first thing of a morning now ? I did read it was a likely side effect & seems to be the only one. In rare cases your eyes can go darker after a period of a few months. That'll make getting back into the USA on holiday interesting!
I did notice virtually ALL the nurses at the RVI over 30 were, well, on the 'chunky' side of healthy. Just an observation...
Post by: Brockett on February 16, 2023, 11:19:31
Post by: Rusty Nuts on February 16, 2023, 13:48:56
Post by: TLPower on February 16, 2023, 14:42:19
Post by: Brockett on February 16, 2023, 20:37:05
It was negative.
I see the test kit is actually made in China.
Somehow that seem s wrong.
Post by: Brockett on February 21, 2023, 11:55:24
Post by: MartinW on February 21, 2023, 17:45:45
Post by: kwackboy on February 21, 2023, 21:30:54
I see the test kit is actually made in China.
Somehow that seem s wrong.
No one else on the planet can produce billions of covid tests that quick
Oh wait ... maybe they knew it was coming. :grin:
Post by: 2112 on February 24, 2023, 18:53:27
Post by: Upt North on February 25, 2023, 17:16:06
Upt.
Post by: Brockett on February 26, 2023, 19:11:43
Post by: Brockett on March 02, 2023, 09:41:29
Post by: The Doctor 46 on March 02, 2023, 09:50:51
Post by: TLPower on March 02, 2023, 14:51:29
Asking for a friend.
(Again).
Post by: Mr Nick on March 02, 2023, 15:27:00
Post by: Brockett on March 02, 2023, 17:01:08
In the lst few years the Premiums has risen by:- 5% 10% 12% 15% and now 33% and yet as I consult the things that are not covered I am coming to the conclusion that I may as well not bother.
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 02, 2023, 20:23:14
Only by a few £'s, but yes, it was less than last year.
My friend thinks you are somewhat of a liability. :grin:
Post by: Brockett on March 07, 2023, 19:20:32
Post by: Brockett on March 08, 2023, 09:42:22
Reflecting on my house premium rise related above I also recall telling then my son was no longer living with me and they said my premiums would rise because there is an increased risk of theft and damage caused by leaking pipes etc. It seem they think my son would discover a burst pipe, when I didn't, despite the fact that, as a retired person, I am almost always at home and he was working all day and away from home at least 12 hours a day. :dl_soapbox:
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 08, 2023, 10:40:07
Always a pleasure Dave. :icon_wink:
Post by: TLPower on March 08, 2023, 10:40:38
Martin and FatRat sent a poll out to everyone except you asking why we thought insurance companies had it in for you. The poll had two resounding answers.
The first was who should break the news to you.
That would be me.
The second part related to the insurance companies and your premium hikes and the overwhelming answer was they just don't like you very much.
Nothing personal, they just don't like you.
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 08, 2023, 10:42:36
Harsh but fair.
Post by: The Doctor 46 on March 08, 2023, 12:38:43
Post by: Brockett on March 08, 2023, 19:56:26
Post by: Upt North on March 11, 2023, 16:33:16
https://www.westyorksfire.gov.uk/news/horrifying-video-shows-danger-lithium-batteries
Post by: DOG on March 14, 2023, 13:31:11
Post by: Brockett on March 14, 2023, 18:39:52
Post by: Brockett on March 20, 2023, 12:55:57
Really!!! I suspect the local parks and lanes will get a lot more litter in future.
Local councils eh!
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 20, 2023, 13:38:09
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 20, 2023, 14:52:36
The other tip, no appointment necessary, but very rarely is there a queue, is a few miles further in the opposite direction but the lads there help you unload & carry your stuff to the skips, all done with a smile. Guess where I go?
Post by: MartinW on March 20, 2023, 19:31:09
Around 10am?
Post by: Barbel Mick on March 20, 2023, 20:34:07
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 20, 2023, 20:58:56
Post by: Brockett on March 20, 2023, 22:25:18
On Farcebook an advert' for a private plate. Something that would appeal to a specific make - price £999.
However, someone looked at the DVLA data sheet and found the number is still available.
So it looks like some mug pays £999 to the vendor who then obtains the number from the DVLA and passes it onto the "mug".
I wonder what the "markup" is worth?
Post by: Mr Nick on March 22, 2023, 18:32:59
Post by: 2112 on March 22, 2023, 19:02:17
Applying to connect a generator to the UK grid is not that difficult (says an ex DNO Senior Design Engineer...) but many companies just can't be arsed with the fuss and bother of the whole process. We charge thousands to do it for them and we're booked up well into May. The mark up is between £1,500 to £8,500, depending on the type & size of the application. Nice work if you can get it as they say.
Post by: Rixington43 on March 22, 2023, 19:15:30
Post by: 2112 on March 23, 2023, 18:48:02
Post by: Brockett on March 24, 2023, 18:17:16
I hope he recovers to full fitness.
However, it has been many years since I watched the programme.
Driving like a knob seemed to be the image being promoted.
If the cars were replaced by motorcycles and the format retained there would be swift calls for it to be taken off air.
Post by: DOG on March 29, 2023, 16:49:55
Contacted DVLA this afternoon looking for a licence check code. Resigned myself to a lifetime of waiting but holy shit I had the code in under 5 minutes. Well done DVLA, now Florida car hire comes closer and the code probably won't be needed. Better safe than sorry.
Post by: Mr Nick on March 29, 2023, 17:29:31
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 29, 2023, 18:29:48
lol lol
Post by: MartinW on March 29, 2023, 19:09:40
Post by: grumps on March 29, 2023, 19:15:03
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 29, 2023, 19:36:51
Moi????
:grin:
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 29, 2023, 19:41:14
:dl_soapbox:
(See what I did there.......? Not politics at all........)
:groan: :groan: :groan: :groan: :groan: :groan:
Post by: MartinW on March 29, 2023, 19:42:42
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 29, 2023, 19:59:03
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 03, 2023, 17:43:30
Post by: 2112 on April 03, 2023, 18:02:44
Post by: Joe Rocket on April 03, 2023, 18:54:11
She'll then complain that the other one sits on one side of the garage doing nothing....
To which you can reply..........
Worth a try! :grin:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 03, 2023, 19:56:38
Post by: kwackboy on April 03, 2023, 20:22:42
My body is moaning at me , telling me its not as young as it used to be ... :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on April 03, 2023, 21:20:15
Scrotes. My neighbour disturbed a little bunch of them trying to climb my fence
### ### bastards!!! Doesn't sound good Rusty. Fingers crossed they don't come back
Post by: Asmith61 on April 03, 2023, 22:12:42
Post by: nigel s on April 04, 2023, 06:19:25
battery security lights are cheap, got one does the job
Post by: The Doctor 46 on April 04, 2023, 09:18:23
I don't know if you can buy claymores on the internet but a couple of them and maybe a antitank gun too in case they try to make a getaway in a stolen car. Grenades are a little indiscriminate and may take out bystanders so I wouldn't even think of using more than 4 or 5 of those.
If they come back and you have to use force to protect your bikes,
you may find that there is a little collateral damage if there are passers by who won't take cover so, a small first aid kit from Boot's (£10) may be a good buy too.
Remember, don't phone the police until you've finished shooting and done a body count. You wouldn't want to mislead them by saying there was only one intruder when there might have been more.
Join "Fight To Save Your Bikes) www.fighttosaveyourbikes.co.uk for more information. They have a used weapons section (numbers filed off) where you may be able to pick up some of the tools cheap.
Good luck. :icon_wink: :roll: :whistle: :icon_no:
Post by: nigel s on April 04, 2023, 10:03:27
And blood is difficult to get out of concrete
Post by: TLPower on April 04, 2023, 11:01:25
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 04, 2023, 13:14:37
Post by: TLPower on April 04, 2023, 16:15:57
Post by: Brockett on April 04, 2023, 16:28:20
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 04, 2023, 17:08:52
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 04, 2023, 17:28:16
Post by: TLPower on April 04, 2023, 18:08:50
Post by: Joe Rocket on April 04, 2023, 18:26:36
Oh, glad to hear you're better physically now Brockett. :smirk:
Post by: Asmith61 on April 06, 2023, 10:54:43
My wife was amongst the friends & family cooking in the kitchen being hot in there they opened the windows then a man appeared over the fence waving his arms about saying shut the windows you are making to much noice, so they shut the windows and sweated, the music was on quite low in the back ground while Betty walked round talking to everybody and thanking people for coming, well unbeknown to everybody her family had arranged a Elvis impersonator who was brilliant and I Admit he was very loud belting out his tunes and getting on one knee and singing to the birthday girl & most over people to, but Apparently twat face from next door came round to complain again, this is Saturday afternoon 80 th party from 1-5.
Well we carried on with Betty’s party and all had a great time with Betty saying to everyone I couldn’t have had a better birthday with family & friends while drinking her large whiskies 😃
So the hall was all cleaned up and we were out of there by 5.30 in the afternoon.
Well on the Monday we hear that Twat face from next door had put in an official complaint to the church hall committee :violence-smack:
You can imagine what my Reply was lol
Sorry to go on a bit but :icon_exclaim:
Post by: 2112 on April 06, 2023, 17:56:54
Post by: Brockett on April 06, 2023, 18:14:45
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 06, 2023, 20:20:28
In our (my brother & me) disco days we were 'resident' at a local Social club doing regular Friday & Saturday nights. It was a Psychiatric hospital staff social club but eventually the hospital closed & over a couple of years a new housing estate was built. The nearest houses about 50 yards from the club.
I will add here that were never really loud, we were a 'party' disco not the 'dance club' stuff.
One hot summers evening, a year after the houses were built, we opened the fire doors because it was getting a bit hot inside, presumably the houses had their windows open too, so the sound might have travelled a bit further than normal.
The club received a couple of phone calls from the 'residents' about the noise, one resident actually calling down to complain.
It was a 'members disco' so a quick word on the mic and a few of us had the speakers on the stands outside facing the houses. A little push on the fader & the music would have been heard for a good distance. We played a couple of tracks before bringing the speakers back in again.
I think they got the message. :grin:
Post by: Brockett on April 06, 2023, 22:01:02
Post by: Ianmc on April 07, 2023, 09:09:54
Why would you buy a house next to a speedway track if you knew it was going to be noisy ???
Post by: 2112 on April 07, 2023, 09:23:54
Post by: Joe Rocket on April 07, 2023, 10:16:04
Post by: MartinW on April 07, 2023, 12:25:24
Developers made to pay to upgrade the stadium in order to get permission for houses and are building something the speedway club cannot afford to use.
End result will be a big building that will be quiet and loads of happy homeowners.
Post by: Asmith61 on April 07, 2023, 12:39:29
And also Peterborough panthers speedway team this will be their last season at the Famous showground, this is also being sold to Developers.
Post by: crump on April 07, 2023, 17:58:30
Post by: Brockett on April 07, 2023, 21:41:35
Post by: StromGeeza on April 07, 2023, 22:28:44
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on April 08, 2023, 00:29:59
Managed to inflate it enough to drive two miles to the only tyre place open at 5pm on a bank holiday in Doncaster, Kwikfit ( :icon_no: ) who only happened to have the most expensive tyres available in, and charge more than they sell on the website if you booked them in ###
The only 'good thing' is I was due to take the car in for new tyres anyway as they needed changing so at least it was the old tyre I damaged... Still cost me £360 though :bawl:
Post by: Brockett on April 10, 2023, 15:23:10
It would not wake up
It was Sunday.
He used his laptop to order/ pay for a cheap replacement from Argos
His Bank sent him a text to verify his identity before it would allow the payment
:dl_smiley_banghead: :dl_smiley_banghead: :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: MartinW on April 10, 2023, 15:38:29
Get a Postal Order Dave.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 10, 2023, 15:45:22
Post by: Barbel Mick on April 10, 2023, 20:41:37
Post by: Joe Rocket on April 10, 2023, 22:18:26
Post by: Brockett on April 13, 2023, 12:42:16
His son, my grandson, 13, has been staying over so I can look after him after a toe operation on each foot and it being a fortnight holibobs due to half term.
He doesn't do tea or coffee but he does like hot chocolate.
When I say likes it .... the new jar ran out in three days... it seems he likes to eat it dry off the spoon.
Good grief! or words to that effect.
Post by: TLPower on April 13, 2023, 13:03:07
Post by: purplebikeunicorn on April 15, 2023, 16:07:52
I damaged the sidewall of the car's tyre today
Is it not the opposite end of the wheel lug nut removing tool that I cannot remember the name of? Sure it was on my folks old Ford, it hooked into the jack. If the car isn't new to you, someone probably half-inched it.
It was also made of cheese from what I remember, so the bolts would corrode under the chrome caps, so would stretch the tool, then when you turned it it would just spin. So you couldn't change the wheel anyway...
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on April 15, 2023, 22:47:37
It's due in for the rear tyres to be changed and all four wheels to be aligned - that's another £250, but still cheaper than the £450 Kwikfit wanted
Post by: Upt North on April 16, 2023, 13:00:44
The car was transformed.
ATS had tried to do it before, they were :angry-banghead: clueless.
I have the tyres fitted there now too, they'll match any genuine like for like quote, plus they clean the wheels and wash and vacuum the car whilst you drink free coffee and eat cake. I do like cake, especially free cake.
Upt.
Post by: Mr Nick on April 16, 2023, 15:06:53
Post by: Brockett on April 25, 2023, 08:13:12
Post by: Upt North on April 25, 2023, 10:52:36
Post by: Brockett on April 26, 2023, 08:50:11
Post by: Upt North on April 26, 2023, 09:14:02
I can confirm that the wind off the North Sea is damn cold with fresh snow cover on the Cheviots yesterday. I think we should revert back to the ice age cometh theory because global warming ain't working.
Brrrrrrrr.
Present feels like 33f.
Upt.
Post by: 2112 on April 26, 2023, 18:43:07
Post by: kwackboy on April 26, 2023, 19:05:23
Been cold this first quarter, should improve in May..🤞🤞
Post by: mr_diver on April 26, 2023, 19:19:11
It was -2C Friday night at bikerscampsite.
Post by: tonkie on April 26, 2023, 20:38:44
Post by: Joe Rocket on April 26, 2023, 21:00:05
Post by: MartinW on April 26, 2023, 21:24:20
It was -2C Friday night at bikerscampsite.
Not in the Cabins it wasn't.
:)
Post by: mr_diver on April 26, 2023, 23:37:05
Post by: Brockett on April 27, 2023, 12:57:26
Post by: Upt North on April 27, 2023, 16:52:12
Upt.
Post by: Brockett on May 06, 2023, 13:47:20
A 56% increase of vehicles are worth less every year. :icon_exclaim:
Post by: nigel s on May 06, 2023, 14:00:38
I hate all insurers ,no exception.
Post by: Mr Nick on May 07, 2023, 17:14:52
Post by: euler on May 09, 2023, 08:47:57
whatever happened to riders not warning you of mobile speed units up the road.I do.
Post by: Brockett on May 15, 2023, 14:20:29
Post by: nigel s on May 15, 2023, 14:35:34
except mine if they're reading this.
ho hum
Post by: kwackboy on May 15, 2023, 15:50:36
Even harder these days....
Last year Carole Nash basically told me to go elsewhere if I didn't like thier quote, no negotiation at all ... :shrug:
As the increase wasn't too shocking I paid it because I couldn't be bothered to get a quote elsewhere.. :roll:
Post by: nigel s on May 15, 2023, 15:59:26
ho hum
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 19, 2023, 18:21:30
Post by: kwackboy on May 19, 2023, 19:11:46
Post by: Rusty Nuts on May 19, 2023, 19:24:16
Post by: kwackboy on May 19, 2023, 19:44:01
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 19, 2023, 21:02:53
PS the Haddock was the same price.
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 20, 2023, 09:14:20
Still a bargain when you need food. :grin:
Post by: TLPower on May 20, 2023, 10:00:21
I am outraged.
Meanwhile in Tickhill, a small portion of cod, chips and large mushy peas is eight quids. Only it's not small, it is enough. Pint of Tetleys (proper brown beer at room temperature) for scale.
Post by: Rixington43 on May 20, 2023, 10:03:54
Post by: MartinW on May 20, 2023, 10:28:06
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 20, 2023, 17:38:14
However I must take you up on the Tetleys, proper beer doesn't have a head on it like that! :icon_no: room temperature yes. :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on May 21, 2023, 08:37:53
Regarding the "head" that was straight from the can, I can assure you the flavour wasn't impacted with any detriment. :lala:
Post by: Fat Rat on May 22, 2023, 21:26:08
Post by: nigel s on May 23, 2023, 04:38:17
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on May 23, 2023, 07:04:09
Post by: Ianmc on May 23, 2023, 09:16:09
“Battered Chips” or “Orange Chips” as they are sometimes known as,they are streets in front of ordinary chips or fries as the Yanks call them.
Post by: purplebikeunicorn on May 28, 2023, 00:28:41
Post by: Rookie on May 28, 2023, 10:15:24
Post by: Upt North on May 28, 2023, 13:24:03
Walsall chips.....nothing finer.
Although the bloke I went with had a stroke just after...... :shrug:
Post by: Ianmc on May 29, 2023, 09:13:17
Post by: Upt North on May 29, 2023, 09:31:58
But they were the finest chips I ever ate anywhere. You could feel your arteries tightening.
Upt.
Post by: Ianmc on May 29, 2023, 11:32:15
Post by: Brockett on June 01, 2023, 09:18:53
Post by: Fat Rat on June 01, 2023, 11:34:23
Post by: Asmith61 on June 01, 2023, 13:07:15
Once it started the letter said this will run for 1 year but I may have to Attend an assessment, well I had the Assessment late March all went well I thought ?
The lady said she will send her report to the DWP and they will be in touch.
Well yesterday I had a text from the DWP saying you will receive a call within 2 hours regarding your Assessment, the call came and I was told you needed to get 15 points or more to continue to get your benefit then she said unfortunately you didn’t get any points so you benefit will stop straight away :icon_exclaim:
She said you will receive a letter explaining the decision and I can Appeal if I want to, I will wait until the letter arrives then decide my next step.
I know it was only £77 a week paid fortnightly but having worked all my life and never been out of work at all I thought I would able to get something.
Post by: nigel s on June 01, 2023, 13:20:25
Best of luck
Post by: Asmith61 on June 01, 2023, 13:51:03
nigel s thank you I will 👍
Post by: Joe Rocket on June 01, 2023, 14:40:20
Seriously, good luck. :icon_wink:
Post by: TLPower on June 01, 2023, 15:50:28
That will see you with the requisite 15 points and at least another 100 points in credit.
Tell them you have a KTM and you'll never have to work again. :thumb:
Post by: Brockett on June 01, 2023, 22:35:56
Post by: purplebikeunicorn on June 02, 2023, 00:31:31
But absolutely, appeal.
Post by: 2112 on June 02, 2023, 06:53:54
Post by: Brockett on June 03, 2023, 09:06:13
Post by: Brockett on June 03, 2023, 09:25:38
I never used more than 10% of what I had before.
I don't need roaming to 49 countries as I don't have a passport. Total GB coverage would be helpful but that won't happen as O2 will, without effort or investment in UK infrastructure, just plug into the network of another country.
I don't need treats like a free coffee in Greggs as there isn't one of them within an hours drive.
I don't want deals on events and tickets to gigs because I do not go out after 5pm or when it's dark. "Share a special moment in a packed arena"- Fcoff mate - I ride a motorcycle because know I will be on my own.
It's like they offered me a sightseeing trip to Olympus Mons. :icon_exclaim:
Post by: Brockett on June 03, 2023, 09:40:48
Post by: Rixington43 on June 03, 2023, 10:18:49
I've been finding independents and some fuel only outfits like Gulf* and Totale Energie a good bit cheaper round here. Morrisons are basically breaking even IF you have a 5p off voucher from giving them all your remaining money in store.
* I aim here because they have the best colours during LeMans month 🤣
Post by: Brockett on June 06, 2023, 08:49:17
Post by: Brockett on June 06, 2023, 08:55:40
I bought an old bike yesterday and brought it home on a trailer
Today I went on line to DVLA to register it for SORN.
Can't do that because it's not registered to me
I must wait until I receive the log book in the post and only if it hasn't arrived within six weeks can I register it on line.
Meanwhile this also means I can't tax it or ride it.
Have I got this wrong??
I'm sure that a few years ago when I sold a bike to a pal, I went on line and told DVLA I'd sold it and he taxed it the same day. Has this changed.
The previous owner went on line to DVLA and told them he'd sold it to me while I was there!
Post by: Steve T on June 06, 2023, 09:31:06
Looking on the bright side - if any scammer camera should catch the reg plate, the ikes still registered to the previous owner :thumb:
The above is my take on the fecked up DVLA system - other versions are available :whistle:
Steve T
:sunny:
PS - should have read all your post - the man did it on line, so all the above is just drivel :icon_wink:
Post by: endintears on June 06, 2023, 13:26:12
Tax it online using the the number of the log book/new keepers slip.
that's what I did [in advance] so I could ride my current bike back home from the handover at the dealers.
Post by: endintears on June 06, 2023, 13:32:44
"Tax your car, motorcycle or other vehicle using a reference number from:
a recent reminder (V11) or ‘last chance’ warning letter from DVLA
your vehicle log book (V5C) - it must be in your name
the green ‘new keeper’ slip from a log book if you’ve just bought it
If you do not have any of these documents, you’ll need to apply for a new log book.
You can pay by debit or credit card, or Direct Debit."
Post by: Brockett on June 06, 2023, 19:58:14
I have spent a good hour of so on their web site but maybe my old eyes / brain can't see a way forward
Post by: endintears on June 06, 2023, 20:19:26
This is an explanation from another source that I found.
"It’s still possible to declare your vehicle as SORN without a V5C. If you’ve just bought the car, you might not have a full logbook yet. However, you can also use the reference number from your V5C/2, which is the slip the seller should have given you when you made the purchase."
Post by: Barbel Mick on June 06, 2023, 20:27:18
https://assets.publishing.service.gov.uk/government/uploads/system/uploads/attachment_data/file/935374/V890-make-a-statutory-off-road-notification.pdf
Personally I'd sent it registered.
Post by: Brockett on June 09, 2023, 10:23:51
Post by: Brockett on June 09, 2023, 10:43:04
Post by: TLPower on June 09, 2023, 11:50:18
The way it doesn't start off with any enthusiasm and continues to go down hill from then on. I must say my favourite part of proceedings is when he orders a multitude of oe parts for significant amounts of money thinking he's cracked the issue only for another to raise it's cheeky head.
Multiple carburetors will be entertaining after the paltry pair on the VX.
Top tip, masking tape and grease make wonderful plasters.
Thank me when you've been to A+E. :thumb:
Post by: Brockett on June 09, 2023, 15:34:41
If the bike runs OK the only thing the carbs will get is more fuel.
I am now waiting for fork bushing and seal retaining circlips. The seals and dust covers I ordered day 1 arrived today .
Once the fork seals are renewed and stop lubricating the front discs and pads. I have only to get new tyres and it should be good to go.
Post by: TLPower on June 09, 2023, 15:58:48
Post by: Rusty Nuts on June 09, 2023, 17:38:28
Post by: Brockett on June 09, 2023, 19:30:24
I stripped out the ignition switch to smear some lube in there and saw a complete absence of a steering lock mechanism. There is an empty space but no gubbins. Neither is there anything that a lock could engage with.
I am wondering if the lock has been forced and damaged and so removed.
or has the ignition switch been changed?
Not that steering locks are generally much good anyway. Still it's a :icon_exclaim: puzzle
Post by: StromGeeza on June 18, 2023, 10:43:01
With a fooked economy you'd expect some increase in rates, despite shopping around. Our interest rate will go up almost five-fold!
Top tip: if you've got a fixed/ discounted deal coming to an end in a few months, sort out the new deal in advance to lock in the new 'expensive' rate instead of the likely future 'extortionate' rate.
Post by: Brockett on June 18, 2023, 20:13:38
The steering lock is a tiny thing attached to the frame.
The ignition switch that is fitted is from a different model and was probably bought from a "scrapper" and has one, non OE key.
Post by: nigel s on June 18, 2023, 20:23:53
Ho Hum
Post by: Brockett on June 18, 2023, 20:25:52
Post by: purplebikeunicorn on July 05, 2023, 16:52:09
Virgin mobile is about to be eaten by O2. I thought something was up when my last payment went from the ususal £13.10 to £16.31 next message from Virgin shows I am about to get a shiny new SIM from O2 and they have doubled my monthly allowance to 50GB. Unlimited text and unlimited minutes. Is this a good deal?
Have a shop around, it's certainly not a bad deal, but if you're not using all the data then why pay for it?
Giffgaff will offer you 20gb per month plus free calls and texts (still uses the O2 network, and their sims work fine in o2 locked phones) for £10 per month, if you set the plan to auto-renew. This is a rolling monthly contract and you can cancel or change plans at any time.
They also appear to have a new "18 month" contract option, 25gb for £10 per month.
If you have a phone you're happy with, or are happy to buy your phones outright, then that's not a bad deal. Three and EE may have similar deals though that are worth checking out.
Post by: kwackboy on July 05, 2023, 18:41:19
I don't buy brand new phones , I buy good condition used phones from CEX who give a no quibble 2 year warranty.
Currently own an old Samsung S10+ ultra, paid £280 , great phone and my sim only deal is with EE.
£8 pm ..I get 20GB of data (never get anywhere near the limit) , unlimited calls and text .
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 05, 2023, 21:01:31
Maybe not the cheapest but pretty close & I'm happy with what I get. 🙂
Post by: Jim13_Wee_Strom on July 05, 2023, 21:09:13
Post by: Barbel Mick on July 05, 2023, 21:14:43
The wife's phone, exactly the same as mine, using the same SIM only deal, gets a better signal than mine especially in the poorer areas!!
The only time I cannot get any signal at all is in my local.....funny that. 🫣
Post by: nigel s on July 06, 2023, 04:37:43
On o2 signal is good apart from some areas on the rivers where it can be patchy.Our crew has mobiles from different carriers so we can always find one that works.For those who travel two up this might help with poor signal in some places ,doubling your chances if they use a different network. :thumb:
Post by: nigel s on July 06, 2023, 06:27:39
Ho Hum
(https://I.pinimg.com/736x/08/1f/65/081f65c1604d5162bdc1d740f4187b6b--vintage-phones-first-car.jpg)
Post by: The Doctor 46 on July 06, 2023, 10:40:24
Post by: Phild on July 20, 2023, 20:16:23
Post by: nigel s on July 21, 2023, 05:14:23
Ho Hum
Post by: Phild on July 21, 2023, 07:09:05
They did give me a receipt…….🤷♂️
Post by: Brockett on July 21, 2023, 23:20:25
Post by: nigel s on July 22, 2023, 05:08:51
Are you talking about the Ipswich/norwich road?
Since they downgraded it from 60 to 50 it has changed from a dangerous road to a deeply annoying dangerous road.
It's one of those roads that seem to have a junction every 1/4 a mile down its entire run.
Post by: NeilM on July 22, 2023, 07:14:21
It seems to be more and more common these days, because tailgating the vehicle in front is BOUND to get you somewhere quicker and not likely to cause an accident at all. :dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: 2112 on July 22, 2023, 07:45:51
Post by: TLPower on July 22, 2023, 10:13:03
Was this the tanker?
Post by: nigel s on July 22, 2023, 10:29:26
Post by: Brockett on July 22, 2023, 10:42:35
To deter cars I slow down a little and then boot it in third. As the black fog behind me clears the car behind appears reluctant to get close. It's 1.9 turbo diesel.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 22, 2023, 12:31:21
Post by: nigel s on July 22, 2023, 12:51:04
Sooooo bad it came back the other way into good.
Ho Hum
Post by: TLPower on July 22, 2023, 15:33:36
As an old git the 70's gave us plenty of shite, The Six Million Dollar Man, Buck Rogers in the 20 something century, Dukes of Hazzard, BJ and the Bear and Chips.
Post by: nigel s on July 22, 2023, 15:39:43
Am I reading that right.
Got a link?
Ho Hum
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 22, 2023, 15:45:12
The hulk/Duel
Post by: TLPower on July 22, 2023, 16:00:26
Steven Spielberg has an awful lot to answer for.
Post by: nigel s on July 22, 2023, 16:54:25
https://youtu.be/mh2WiovUOGw
Ho Hum
Post by: endintears on July 22, 2023, 17:55:03
Just saying...
That the past is a foreign land...
Highway to Heaven - Pilot Part 1 S1 E1 - YouTube
https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=b2D0IDnGCRU
Post by: Rusty Nuts on July 22, 2023, 19:48:13
Post by: StromGeeza on July 22, 2023, 20:45:06
Post by: Brockett on July 22, 2023, 23:21:31
Post by: 2112 on July 23, 2023, 07:47:16
Post by: nigel s on July 23, 2023, 07:51:10
Ho Hum
Post by: Brockett on July 27, 2023, 18:37:18
After three days I got a message to say it is being posted and will be with you in three days
After another three days I sent the seller a message re no delivery, but it wasn't answered
Three days later I sent the vendor another message there has been no answer
I told Fleabay and they gave me a refund
four day later I get a message from the seller " specially for me a 10% reduction voucher on anything they sell.
I sent them a message saying they can ****** off.
When the refund came in I went to another seller and ordered their stand
It arrived in two days ( yesterday)
Today I put it together.
It is wrong. Every single piece of it is poorly made and won't work
I put it back in it's box and after getting a returns label to stick on I took it to the PDP pick up point to have it sent back.
What a pity there's so much junk out there. :groan:
So three weeks after fitting the tyres I still can't balance the wheels.
However as DVLA have still not sorted out the V5 so I can't tax it anyway ###
Post by: Upt North on July 27, 2023, 18:41:16
Upt.
Post by: kwackboy on July 27, 2023, 18:44:14
Why don't you make one ..? Its a pretty simple set up :shrug:
Post by: Jim13_Wee_Strom on July 27, 2023, 19:25:47
Why not balance the wheels on the bike in situ, caliper off, pinch bolts loose etc etc... the principle is the same. That's how I balanced the front wheel on the outfit at Cadwell Park a few years ago... just to make sure I put the wheel in the 'wheel balance jig' a couple of days later at home and couldn't find a heavy spot. As long as the wheel spins freely while trying to find a heavy spot :shrug:
Post by: MartinW on July 27, 2023, 20:47:13
Brockett...
Why don't you make one ..? Its a pretty simple set up :shrug:
Make a V5 he means.
Post by: kwackboy on July 27, 2023, 21:49:25
Post by: Brockett on August 01, 2023, 10:28:59
Bosch dryer has stopped and I've got wet washing to deal with. :groan:
Post by: cooltshirt on August 01, 2023, 10:35:10
Good luck ......... and in the current weather just wear your clothes and say you were caught in a shower. Just trying to be helpful :lala:
Post by: Brockett on August 01, 2023, 12:48:54
I went on line and google Bosch dryer repair in Harwich
Up popped a company perported to be in Harwich. Despite them having a Colchester code, I gave them a call and they said, "someone will be with me tomorrow and they will call again with an ETA."
Within two minutes a company called "Domestix" called me and said they have an engineer in the Harwich area today and he can see me around midday". I explained that I had arrangements with ' the other company'.
"That's OK she said, as they pass the job to us and we actually do the work".
The engineer arrived at 1145 and discovered the belt had jumped off the pully probably because I had overloaded the drum (yes it was a bit full last night)
He remounted the pulley and buttoned it all together using no parts and so just the call out fee £84.
So the company that headed the Google list, which is not at all local but somewhere "up north" with a bogus Colchester area code, pays for the advertising and finds the repair company to do the work and just collects a finders fee from 'Domestix'. Next time I will call Domestix direct as it will be cheaper.
Not everything is as it seems.
Post by: TLPower on August 01, 2023, 13:33:09
If you can re-build a motorbike, a domestic appliance is a piece of piss. :thumb:
Post by: TLPower on August 01, 2023, 17:05:57
Packed by some malevolent being with the sole intention of making me angry. They are packed in such a way that I can never remove a single wipe, only several at a time.
Until of course the packet is half full (or empty) when the whole fecking lot comes out in a writhing block. They are near impossible to persuade back in whence they came.
Post by: TLPower on August 01, 2023, 17:09:09
Now fitted with a lid the same colour as the bottle, consequently I tip to pour out the cow juice contained only to be left with either dry serial or coffee because the lid is still on because it looks like it's off.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 01, 2023, 17:59:40
Post by: kwackboy on August 01, 2023, 18:39:36
Post by: TLPower on August 01, 2023, 20:49:25
I don't always remember taking the milk out of the fridge, so I obviously won't remember removing the lid. The lids used to be green (semi-skimmed) and as such I could see the lid was on.
I generally use baby wipes for spills rather than arses so there.
Post by: Brockett on August 02, 2023, 09:29:32
Post by: TLPower on August 02, 2023, 13:34:14
Post by: The Doctor 46 on August 02, 2023, 16:19:06
I then contacted Zanussi who sent be replacement parts and a newly developed part to protect the water bottle if the spring breaks again. I fitted the parts and all was good, the spring didn't break again. Zanussi, "The Appliance Of Science"? Their moto seems like a joke. :dl_hyperhysteria:
Post by: NeilM on August 11, 2023, 13:21:26
I saw their chief exec was being hauled up by a bunch on MP's because all the management had paid themselves HUGE bonuses for doing such a fine job... and they are not even delivering any mail... at least around here.
A few months ago I ordered a small number of small part (for NOT a small price) from Andover Norton that I needed for my T140 build. The little package was sent 24 Tracked.... what this turned out to mean, when I complained that the tracking showed my package had not moved from Bristol in over a week, is that they will try to deliver within 24 hours, but that they are not contracted to do so....WUT?
After I complained the package miraculously arrived two days later.
Here we are in August and more parts have been ordered from A-N for the primary drive side build.
On Tuesday I got an email telling me my package would arrive the same day..... it didn't as we didn't have a delivery at all, mostly because the local management have increased the sizes of the rounds to such an extent that even with two people in a van, the postmen cannot reach all the houses in the round every day. So, no package Tuesday. We had a delivery of mail on Wednesday... but no package.
On Thursday (yesterday) I received another email telling me that my package would be delivered later that day... guess what? No package.
Last night I put in another complaint, let's see how long it takes Royal Mail to get around to delivering.
I don't live in the back end of nowhere, I live in a large 1970's housing estate in Weston-super-Mare and the local sorting office is no more that a five minute drive from my house. :angry-banghead:
Post by: TLPower on August 11, 2023, 14:09:04
https://www.express.co.uk/news/uk/1801135/wirral-postmen-suspended-for-cups-of-tea
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 11, 2023, 15:05:10
Post by: TLPower on August 11, 2023, 15:21:46
Post by: NeilM on August 11, 2023, 19:25:21
Sipping tea... "DURING THEIR BREAKS".... I bet they were caught eating food at lunchtime too. lol
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 11, 2023, 20:03:47
Post by: MartinW on August 11, 2023, 20:29:10
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 11, 2023, 20:40:19
Post by: MartinW on August 12, 2023, 14:21:28
Post by: Brockett on August 12, 2023, 22:46:21
6 0'clock = ON, 3 O'clock= RESERVE and 12 O'clock = OFF.
I was convinced 3 O'clock was off and 12 O'clock is reserve. ( as it was on my VX800)
Post by: TLPower on August 13, 2023, 08:34:31
Post by: Brockett on August 13, 2023, 13:18:21
Post by: TLPower on August 13, 2023, 14:46:20
Post by: Brockett on August 13, 2023, 21:38:29
But not having any fireplace or even a chimney I have to rely on gas.
Unless, of course, proper use of the benefit includes driving my car around with the heater on.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 14, 2023, 05:27:33
I'd have thought an ex tanker driver would have a swimming pool sized stash of the stuff.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 17, 2023, 12:44:39
My standing instructions to UPS are to deliver to an access point just up the road. Makes sense, as I'm at work I don't want parcels left on doorsteps or wheely bin lids.
Got a notification to say the item was there at the shop, went to collect it, no parcel. Went back to their tracking, asked for proof of delivery, they showed me a very nice photo of it sitting on a wheely bin lid. Photo was taken yesterday. And it's not my garden, not my bin. Marvellous
Post by: mr_diver on August 17, 2023, 15:04:17
Evri (formally Herpes) - delivery to my office - we can see the whole carpark and no delivery van came that day.
11am they say it was delivered and the picture blatantly shows it's in their own yard with another load of parcels including another coolbox.
Never received it, the seller sent out a replacement again with Evri which I had redirected to a parcel shop.
I hope the original Evri driver enjoys his 2 cool boxes and bags of tat, hopefully there are some sweets in one of the packages he can choke on :icon_batterup:
Post by: NeilM on August 18, 2023, 06:50:53
So they changed the company name, logo and colour schemes on the vans, and that sorted everything out....
I wonder what they will call themselves next?
Post by: Brockett on August 18, 2023, 17:58:57
Post by: endintears on August 20, 2023, 12:40:16
If you've just had it MOT'd the suspension has been checked for wear.
The car passed.
The only (I'm presuming) advisory was for the tyres.
Take it to a Kwik Fit type place of your choice, get the steering realigned and some new tyres fitted.
All of course IMHO,
(also IMHO don't let a garage blow smoke up your arse over it).
Post by: Upt North on August 20, 2023, 13:12:04
But wheel alignment could be the only issue, if it's out enough it'll knock tyres off very quickly.
Upt.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on August 20, 2023, 23:12:11
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on August 20, 2023, 23:20:35
Post by: 2112 on August 21, 2023, 07:21:01
Post by: pb on August 21, 2023, 09:06:47
Seems it's really slow in England and they charge you a fortune. :dl_soapbox:
Post by: 2112 on August 21, 2023, 15:02:39
Post by: Tusker on August 21, 2023, 17:23:15
Post by: NeilM on August 22, 2023, 06:42:15
He needed to get a deed of variation and that had to be signed by a Director of the management company who handles all the day to day maintenance of the flats, they are a large local estate agency. It sat on the Director's desk for the best part of a month until my son chased them.
I think start to finish the sale took about six months!
Post by: Ianmc on August 22, 2023, 20:33:59
Post by: Brockett on August 27, 2023, 20:55:17
Post by: Rusty Nuts on August 27, 2023, 20:58:26
Post by: cooltshirt on August 27, 2023, 21:38:22
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on September 01, 2023, 22:16:17
Apparently he'd get in trouble with 'management' if I leave it on - even though he can see my face, which as I pointed out he wouldn't have I was wearing a face mask and he wouldn't be bothering me... 'there's a sign to say remove helmets' apparently though no one has ever said it was an issue all the times I've gone in there including the 15 minutes I wandered around the same store last week.
Next time I'll ask to speak to 'management' if he raises it again or I'll wear a balaclava lol
Post by: 2112 on September 02, 2023, 10:15:53
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 02, 2023, 10:47:14
Your "I've got the petrol, I'm trying to pay for it" approach is good. Unfortunately they wouldn't even switch the pump on at my local.
Post by: TLPower on September 02, 2023, 11:24:16
@UK_VStrom650,is the Sheffield Tesco store the one on Saville Street, just before the Wicker Arches? If so I expect the shock of seeing someone riding a motorbike with a helmet actually shocked him.
Post by: 2112 on September 02, 2023, 12:20:44
Alternatively as my mate said, have the correct amount to pay for the fuel in cash and simply leave it on the counter in full view of the CCTV. Sorted. Or just use pay at the pump petrol stations... Phew.
Post by: Upt North on September 02, 2023, 13:09:46
But it is a civil debt once you have attempted to pay, if they flatly refuse to accept your money then it's your choice to ride off or comply. If you refuse speak clearly into the CCTV that you wish to pay but the payment is unaccepted by the garage.
You could even leave your name and address and ask them to invoice you and include bank details so you can pay. But it'd be a faff.
On a personal note I generally leave my helmet on, I've never been asked to remove it, either here or abroard. It's not modular.
Upt.
Post by: Dod on September 02, 2023, 14:29:53
Post by: 2112 on September 02, 2023, 16:52:38
Post by: StromGeeza on September 02, 2023, 18:38:59
Post by: Upt North on September 02, 2023, 20:37:13
I agree on the point that there are bigger issues to be concerned about.
But.......if you've already pumped the fuel and you wish to pay for it, then what does it solve by removing your helmet.....or not.
Upt.
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 02, 2023, 20:55:01
However if I do fill up elsewhere, while on my own, & the requirement is to remove my helmet then I remove it, I couldn't care less why they're asking, it doesn't matter to me. 10 seconds to take it off & 10 seconds to put it back on. It sounds as though some of you spend longer than that arguing the point at the till?
Mostly, I have Deb with me & while I'm filling up she walks into the shop to pay, if she's asked to remove her helmet then she does so.
Besides that I can't & don't leave my helmet on if I'm not riding the bike. My hearing isn't brilliant & I wear ear plugs, so I can't hear much with the helmet on & if I do leave it on & walk more than 20/30 steps the sound of my footsteps pounding in my ears isn't nice.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 02, 2023, 21:21:36
Mick, it's about the discrimination more than the hassle of removing the helmet. The assumption that because we're helmeted motorcyclists we're more likely to rob them than the Primark clad tweaker in his knackered Corsa.
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 02, 2023, 21:44:04
Besides, I would presume that they have had a reason to bring in that ruling? Maybe they were getting robbed regularly by motorcyclists?
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on September 02, 2023, 23:28:46
@UK_VStrom650,is the Sheffield Tesco store the one on Saville Street, just before the Wicker Arches? If so I expect the shock of seeing someone riding a motorbike with a helmet actually shocked him.Yes it was that one. I go in there quite often and never had an issue apart from this time. Hopefully they won't bother next time I go in, otherwise I'll speak to the manager or I'll stop somewhere else on my way to the office (the women in the petrol station there have never had an issue with it).
The whole point of having a modular helmet is so it can be lifted up which is more or less the same as removing it, and they see a lot more of my face than the do if I'm wearing a face mask, which I'm still permitted to do without issue, so it makes no sense. If I was in a full face helmet I'd likely remove it to go in shops as I see why they might have the policy (though the face mask point still stands).
Post by: NeilM on September 04, 2023, 22:11:20
I was at the Overlander Event in Oxford from Friday to Sunday and about four tents upwind from me was a bloke who seemed to spend almost the whole weekend sitting outside his tent puffing out huge clouds of expelled vape fumes. I mean, this bloke is seriously addicted and had one of those refillable machines with what looked like a 200cc (probably only 2cc really) reservoir underneath it.
So what? The bloke loves to vape.
Well the issue was that my tent was downwind and it was like being downwind of a candy floss stand, OK for a few minutes but after a while the smell started to be overpoweringly sweet and sickly.
This meant that first thing in the morning with a cuppa or in the evening with a coffee I had to either sit inside my tent or just go somewhere else, the bloke was totally oblivious to the side effects of his addiction.
I didn't mind him vaping, his choice and perfectly legal, I just wish he'd actually considered that his pleasure was forcing four other campers to either sit in their tents or seek fresher air elsewhere.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 04, 2023, 22:27:33
Vaporised oil in the lungs was always seen as A Bad Thing in the textile and engineering world I was part of. Better than smoking? Probably. Worse than not vaping? Obviously. The big tobacco firms knew the writing was on the wall. They've killed off loads of their old addicts, and the laws have made it harder to recruit new and younger ones. Bring on a "healthier " alternative, start a new fad, get 'em hooked, bingo!
Post by: crump on September 04, 2023, 23:32:07
Guess they think its cool, doubt any of them use it as tool to get off tobacco.
Post by: Fat Rat on September 05, 2023, 20:11:54
Post by: Dark-Strom on September 05, 2023, 22:45:06
Post by: 2112 on September 06, 2023, 15:28:10
Post by: Rixington43 on September 06, 2023, 16:06:14
- I'm in and have been all day.
- My neighbour is not the name or number they have on their delivery report. In fact noone on my entire street is.
- There are no houses on my street made of Yorkshire stone like the one in their photo.
- On the live tracking, their van was never within 1/2 mile of my address.
2 hours of walking the streets near where their van last geolocated has yielded no results of matching houses and nobody has copped to having received my delivery.
Seems someone got even more of a steal on some roof bars than I did.
Postman Twat strikes (pun intended) again :dl_smiley_banghead:
#notallpostmen :bawl:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 06, 2023, 16:33:06
Post by: TLPower on September 06, 2023, 17:22:53
Anyone need some Thule roofbar things for a Volvo? Some berk left some here earlier.
Post by: Rixington43 on September 06, 2023, 17:26:05
* My mate worked for Royal Mail when we were kids and he called Parcel Force drivers Postman Twat because everyone assumed they were the same company and it gave him a bad rep. My postman is a star, I've no qualms with him :)
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 06, 2023, 17:40:39
Glad they told you wher your kit was. Evri wouldn't give me any info, said their contract was with the sender. By bye, led indicator kit for Vstrom.
Post by: MartinW on September 06, 2023, 21:25:44
..... Rusty you're a star .....
An unusual phrase, never previously used :whistle:
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 11, 2023, 15:40:06
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 11, 2023, 16:37:59
Fibre? Coax? Or are you on copper phone line internet?
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 11, 2023, 16:48:53
If it went 'missing' overnight you could drive to their nearby sites & see plumes of black smoke rising where they were 'burning off' the insulation.
Unfortunately scrap yards were more than willing to accept the copper, so there was always a market for it.
I don't think Optic Fibre has the same scrap value. I know it can be recycled but not as a valuable scrap product.
The thing is, Optic Fibre still goes 'missing', presumably because the 'removals people' are in too much of a hurry to check what's in it. :shrug:
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 11, 2023, 17:35:17
Post by: The Doctor 46 on September 11, 2023, 19:59:39
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 11, 2023, 20:14:06
Aluminium wire was bloody awful stuff, you only had to breath on it & it would snap. It was only used in the underground cables, not overhead or internal (houses, offices etc) but it had to be terminated in those green 'cabinets' that you see on the pavements.
If an engineer opened one to do a repair or connect through for a new line you could guarantee that he would break 4 or 5 others.
Some were still in the ground when I retired (did I tell you I'm retired?) 10 years ago.
Post by: MartinW on September 11, 2023, 21:38:41
..... (did I tell you I'm retired?) .....
No. I had no idea.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 11, 2023, 22:05:08
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 11, 2023, 22:22:26
Post by: MartinW on September 11, 2023, 22:41:48
..... I might have mentioned it just the once per post .....
I've corrected that for you.
Post by: Brockett on September 12, 2023, 08:37:45
Post by: Upt North on September 12, 2023, 11:56:53
Yes they've all moaned about the heat, we saw 77 of your fahrenheits Upt'North.
It's probably the same lot who lie on a Spanish beach for two weeks each year turning a nice bright red colour. Muppets.
It can stay as warm and muggy as it likes for me......but.......40 of your fahrenheits here tonight. Oh summer where have you gone you fickle lady.
Upt and not too hot, maybe barely warm.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 12, 2023, 14:59:16
'No, what was he wearing?'
F**k knows, but it needed ironing!"
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 13, 2023, 15:37:23
Although before they opened today we were having a stroll around a marina when a chap pulls up on a Ducati 916 (red), he had got leather trousers on, a textile jacket with no air vents & boots. A bit unusual for most bike riders in these parts, they do seem to like shorts, tea shirts & flip flops!
Deb walked over & said,
"nice bike, I remember Carl Foggarty winning the world championship on one of them".
I'm thinking, he's Spanish & won't understand a word you said.
When he took his helmet off he was sweating more than Gary Glitter at the school gates!!
But he wasn't Spanish at all, we still couldn't understand a word he said though, but figured out he was from Yorkshire by his accent! :grin:
He's been living in Spain for 25 years! He said "I'm used to the heat now". What I think he meant to say was "I'm used to sweating profusely now"!
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 13, 2023, 15:47:13
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 13, 2023, 19:32:57
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 13, 2023, 20:16:33
I'nt it 'ot!
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 13, 2023, 20:22:44
Post by: Asmith61 on September 14, 2023, 20:23:21
I paid the asking price including £33.85 postage as it was coming from Spain.
I have been getting email updates from the Seller and including parcel Delivery emails from UPS saying parcel has been shipped, and scheduled delivery 15/09/
With a 3 hour window, then this morning I get an email saying your delivery has been Rescheduled until Monday 18/09.
I then get a email saying I have to Pay fees and Taxes £69.76 it said pay now or pay the driver.
Just wondered if this was OK ? Or is this a possible scam
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 14, 2023, 20:26:43
Post by: Asmith61 on September 14, 2023, 20:39:18
Post by: Asmith61 on September 14, 2023, 20:43:27
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 14, 2023, 20:48:51
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 14, 2023, 20:54:11
Post by: endintears on September 14, 2023, 20:59:15
For instance this is on the DPD site
"If the value of goods is greater than €150 (£135), the purchaser / recipient of your goods must pay any Local VAT prior to delivery. They will be contacted by the carrier to arrange payment"
Sorry if this sounds harsh but how did you think you were going to pay the VAT...
Post by: Asmith61 on September 14, 2023, 21:04:20
And endintears the seller made it sound like it was all included?
I am not worried about having to pay I just don’t want to be scammed.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 14, 2023, 21:07:56
Post by: endintears on September 14, 2023, 21:10:08
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 14, 2023, 21:47:17
Post by: Rusty Nuts on September 14, 2023, 22:16:06
Legitamite?
That the Breton version of Vegemite?
Not getting drawn into a Marmite etymology war with a Frenchman.
Post by: 2112 on September 15, 2023, 08:11:58
Post by: Asmith61 on September 15, 2023, 08:53:55
I am also looking to buy some Handle bar risers but I will check that it is a uk seller before I order 🤣
Thank you to everyone who commented 👍
Post by: Rixington43 on September 15, 2023, 08:57:24
Potato potato potato 😁
Post by: Asmith61 on September 15, 2023, 09:14:09
Post by: StromGeeza on September 15, 2023, 09:25:55
But the hefty additional costs involved in importing now give me even more excuse to park the scoot forgotten even further back in the garage...
Post by: mr_diver on September 15, 2023, 10:00:12
Post by: The Doctor 46 on September 15, 2023, 10:31:22
Post by: StromGeeza on September 15, 2023, 10:33:29
EasyJet to Germany - may be cheaper!Nice idea, but maybe not with the luggage charges!
I have considered a road trip/ holiday, but import charges are payable above a certain value of goods however they get into the country now unfortunately. :icon_batterup:
Post by: crump on September 15, 2023, 10:48:38
Bought my missus a new jacket earlier this year from Netherlands. Cheapest price over here was 260 quid, got it for 145 from there, duty was about 40 quid I think so still quite a bit cheaper.
Post by: Brockett on September 15, 2023, 17:37:19
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on September 15, 2023, 17:48:55
Post by: Brockett on September 15, 2023, 18:02:55
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 15, 2023, 19:56:30
I spotted lights in the wing mirror coming up the white line. I made out at least two bikes filtering, 5 maybe 6 cars back. I never heard anything until they were next to the car behind me & then not a great deal, but as each of them past the noise was 'quite loud'. There were 4 of them all 'Harley style' bikes with open pipes.
As they continued I could hear the last one, probably 4 or 5 cars away.
This I've noticed before, you can't hear anything coming from behind as well as you can hear it in front of you.
Yes, I'm an old deaf t**t but so are a lot of car drivers, ride defensively, not aggressively & don't expect others to see or hear you.
Post by: Mojo-Jojo on September 15, 2023, 20:49:53
Post by: kwackboy on September 15, 2023, 20:51:34
Loud pipes save lives, they don't do much for ear drums though. :)
And ... fail MOTs... :grin:
Post by: The Doctor 46 on September 15, 2023, 22:07:29
I only went to work on the bike once and woke the village and everyone on route on my way home at 3am so, I could only use the bike during awake time. It broke my heart but I part exchanged it for my V-Strom and never looked back. My V-Strom has the original exhaust and if I had to change it I would look for a used standard can.
Loud cans don't save lives they just make a lot of noise and draw attention making people look at you. I don't want to be seen and never expect to be, I expect everyone on and approaching the road is going to kill me so I do the best I can to avoid them. :roll: :thumb:
Post by: Brockett on September 16, 2023, 15:46:23
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 16, 2023, 18:46:02
But I am of the opinion that those loud exhausts don't save lives.
Post by: Brockett on September 16, 2023, 19:22:08
Post by: Brockett on September 16, 2023, 20:00:13
Post by: Joe Rocket on September 18, 2023, 22:20:43
It's free and it works fine....on youtube but all the other sites, games, forums I use I get Adblock inviting me to spend money on their Total Adblock. No one else, just Adblock! :angry-banghead:
Post by: Brockett on September 25, 2023, 16:37:33
Post by: Froglodyte on September 25, 2023, 18:34:32
Post by: Upt North on September 25, 2023, 18:38:45
lol
Post by: Barbel Mick on September 25, 2023, 19:22:38
A bit disappointing really. :)
Post by: Brockett on September 26, 2023, 22:10:20
Post by: Brockett on September 27, 2023, 10:46:38
Oh Really well it'll have to wait until next spring as I am not riding it in filthy weather and who knows what it'll be like in late October.
I think it is deplorable that their web pages are not kept up to date. They might as well delete that function for all good it is ( none whatsoever)
Post by: Brockett on October 04, 2023, 22:14:02
Post by: Hugo Magnus on October 05, 2023, 06:44:07
"This is why emergency vehicles (police, ambulance, fire service) are heard in reverse as their sirens are forward facing, meaning that you hear them from quite a distance away as they approach you, but the sound disappears quickly as they move away from you."
So, we need forward facing exhaust pipes :whistle:
Post by: Upt North on October 17, 2023, 08:48:42
It's only blummin October! It's too early for winter!
Blummin Eck.
I feel better for that.
Upt.
Post by: TLPower on October 17, 2023, 10:14:43
Post by: Upt North on October 17, 2023, 10:58:50
Ouch, ooh, ouch, could you have a word with Er'Indoors I'm getting nowhere.
Upt.
Post by: StromGeeza on October 17, 2023, 17:02:13
Post by: endintears on October 17, 2023, 20:22:59
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 17, 2023, 21:51:53
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 18, 2023, 05:13:13
Post by: Barbel Mick on October 18, 2023, 07:51:30
Besides, I think there's someone who might not let me. :groan:
Post by: Malfos on October 26, 2023, 16:28:28
I feel better now getting that off my chest!
Post by: V-Twin on October 26, 2023, 16:36:42
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 26, 2023, 17:06:40
Post by: Upt North on October 26, 2023, 17:22:07
"Oh he's never done that before".
Upt.
Post by: Malfos on October 26, 2023, 18:36:36
Post by: Joe Rocket on October 26, 2023, 20:18:50
Post by: Froglodyte on October 26, 2023, 21:08:38
Post by: Dark-Strom on October 26, 2023, 23:52:35
Post by: Brockett on October 27, 2023, 12:09:22
Post by: Upt North on October 27, 2023, 12:22:32
Yes you are, who's a good boy, you're a good boy, yes you are.
Sorry I got carried away for a minute.
I've never done that before.
Upt.
Post by: Brockett on October 27, 2023, 12:34:47
Post by: nigel s on October 27, 2023, 15:31:14
People who don't like cats tend to avoid eye contact with them,cats hate being looked at,so gravitate to those who don't .
My Mum's cats liked to sit on your lap and flex their claws into your legs.
They loved to sit on me with my leathers on...claw away fella,can't feel a thing.
They would get all excited from this and claw their way up the curtains along the pelmet and down the other side chasing each other round and round.
As I said cats are weird
Post by: TLPower on October 28, 2023, 08:50:05
I much prefer the company of dogs and cats to most people.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 28, 2023, 10:10:00
Post by: Brockett on October 28, 2023, 16:29:20
Post by: Brockett on October 28, 2023, 16:30:25
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 28, 2023, 16:51:44
Post by: Asmith61 on October 28, 2023, 18:13:58
It really helped with my convalescence and the house across the road had a little Kitten called Spike and one day it just come over the road and jumped on my lap, it really made my day it was the first time he had met me and he was purring away and digging his paws in my ample belly and he actually went to sleep on me 🤣
Post by: Rusty Nuts on October 28, 2023, 18:42:14
Post by: Joe Rocket on November 08, 2023, 21:48:58
Post by: Brockett on November 15, 2023, 14:44:59
Computer says "NO"
It seems their insurance only covers riders up to 70 and at 75 I am much too old.
Old age = higher risks
I expect that is why my bikes insurance goes up by such a lot each year. :groan:
Post by: V-Twin on November 15, 2023, 15:05:12
Post by: StromGeeza on November 15, 2023, 17:10:41
It's quite a blunt tool to minimise risk for the insurer.
I'd allow any age with a clean driving licence to have a courtesy vehicle. Any points on your licence though, sorry no can do.
Post by: 2112 on November 17, 2023, 09:29:15
Post by: Brockett on November 17, 2023, 19:37:30
Post by: nigel s on November 17, 2023, 20:55:11
Go out and give it a pat. :whistle:
Post by: Brockett on November 17, 2023, 23:05:31
Post by: purplebikeunicorn on November 23, 2023, 17:34:39
Yesterday however she came down and sat right next to us! Only problem is some days she takes a dislike to you and will bat you if you try stroking her, and some days she wants it and will purr and bunt you... and there's no indication of what she'll do until she gets within stroking range!
Our cat, however, does not get on with her at all, there's normally tufts of fur flying if they meet!
Post by: Brockett on November 23, 2023, 21:03:37
Post by: Brockett on November 23, 2023, 21:15:12
I think they are always on the lookout for an alternative billet.
That is why they will often 'get friendly' with a stranger or a neighbour.
My wife, in talking to her next door neighbour , found out that her cat treated next door as a second home and liked to spend the afternoons sleeping on the neighbours bed. Meanwhile a particularly ugly and scruffy Tom cat visits my wife's house every day and sits on the outside step of the kitchen door staring in until my wife feeds it and then it goes away. It's not dirty like a homeless cat and I am sure it lives local and is just calling round to see where he can move to if things don't work out at home.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on November 23, 2023, 21:26:27
Post by: nigel s on November 24, 2023, 04:25:21
Movement is the key.
I woke up with a stiff neck one time.Over the course of the week it got worse and worse up to the point that to look to the side I had to turn my whole body.Sleep was almost impossible.
Saturday came and I had to go into Norwich( I didn't own a car then)so gingerly got my lid on,ow ow ow ,and got on the bike ow ow ow.
As I pulled away I did an instinctual life saver,and heard/ felt the crack as my neck realigned.
Pain gone .
Proof bikes are good for you.
Ho Hum
Post by: nigel s on November 24, 2023, 06:17:09
I'm like that with the Jackdaws out the back at work,but with them it is tesco cheese snacks.
I go to break and they are lined up on the fence,giving me the side eye,"you took your time, feed me"
Corvids.........NOT..........covids.
Ho Hum
Post by: nigel s on December 02, 2023, 12:47:15
Being an eyes everywhere biker I keep seeing lights flashing on and off and am distracted.Busy roundabouts are like strobes sometimes.
Very annoying.
And while I'm at it , cars with tiny LED indicators inside the cluster(VW Golf I'm looking at you) can piss off .
Can hardly see them sometimes.
Oh and some Hyundai(I think) cars with lights at the front that look like you are being followed by something out of Close Encounters can do one too.
Ho Hum
Post by: duck-strom on December 02, 2023, 22:31:01
I pay a chiropractor £45 to do that for me :angry-banghead:
Post by: Brockett on December 03, 2023, 21:58:34
Post by: nigel s on December 04, 2023, 04:22:22
Post by: Brockett on December 04, 2023, 10:09:27
Post by: nigel s on December 04, 2023, 11:00:18
Post by: Brockett on December 04, 2023, 16:22:53
Post by: nigel s on December 04, 2023, 16:58:29
Having a small 1" brush "slightly" wet with white spirits ,cleaned regularly on a rag, to force the silicone in and to tidy the fill will help :thumb:
Post by: 2112 on December 11, 2023, 09:40:19
Post by: Fat Rat on December 11, 2023, 09:49:11
Post by: TLPower on December 11, 2023, 11:11:00
Post by: MartinW on December 11, 2023, 11:15:52
Post by: nigel s on December 11, 2023, 14:24:34
Though that could well be the beer :obscene-drinkingchug:
Merry Christmas.
R.I.P. Shane.... Party on.
https://youtu.be/j9jbdgZidu8
Post by: Brockett on December 20, 2023, 10:52:27
Post by: nigel s on December 20, 2023, 14:08:34
Can you get a 4g bundle on your phone and use it as a wifi hot spot?,
I am with BT and they pay EE to do that for me so I never lose wifi.
Post by: Brockett on December 20, 2023, 19:52:16
I have 4g on my phone ( A22).
Post by: Brockett on December 20, 2023, 19:55:59
Post by: nigel s on December 21, 2023, 06:08:58
You set up the hotspot then log your devices into the phone.
It will go through your data allowance quickly,so either get more from your supplier,or cheaper maybe, buy a sim with loads of data on.
It all depends on who in your area gives the best data signal.
There are various websites to check this.
https://youtu.be/kUKtT1MEXNA
Post by: Brockett on December 26, 2023, 16:15:01
Post by: pb on December 27, 2023, 10:47:24
Post by: Fat Rat on December 27, 2023, 10:53:53
A WiFi dongle is very useful but you can't beat an ethernet cable for speed and reliability (compared to a radio signal). :thumb:
Post by: Brockett on December 27, 2023, 16:59:32
Post by: Brockett on December 28, 2023, 22:33:53
Post by: Brockett on January 02, 2024, 19:08:35
When I say "I expected the internet to reconnect after seven days" this is because the Open Reach folk who actually maintain the system are on a seven day response contract with the ISP. Which is to say that the contract is a good bit cheaper that a 24 hour contract but also means Open Reach will not rectify the problem in less than seven days. If they did they would be undercutting their contract obligations and then could not charge more for a less than seven day contract.
This "seven day loss of internet" happens every two years or so. It never takes eight days and is never fixed in less than seven days. No one comes to my property of even attends the local cabinette but must be a contact / breaker/switch etc somewhere futher back along the line. The problem was not limited to my home as the 'Smart Meter repeater' also kept flashing a "loss of WiFi" warning. The Smart Meter does not use my WiFi but does use a local area WiFi signal. I have tried to get more info from OVO - my energy supplier but no one in customer services knows anything technical and thos who do , do not communicate with us Plebs. PS it was th ewhen the smart meter loss of WiFi warning stopped flashing that prompted me to switch the router back on confirming reconnection to the tinternet. However it was all down to "Shell Energy Broadband" that their customer service ( how the flying fish can they have the nerve to hold that tittle?) operstives do have a sufficient grasp of English to be able to understand that having "no interenet connection" is not indicative of a WiFi fault and therefore the normal 'Seven day' wait for reconnection did not start until the well into the second week. No internet over Christmas and with only the ghastly terestial TV for company and they wonder why I am so very pi55ed off with them. ### ### ### ### ### ###
Post by: nigel s on January 02, 2024, 19:38:45
Still not convinced on the whole internet thing meself .........
Glad it is sorted .
Ho Hum
Post by: Upt North on January 13, 2024, 16:19:40
I got my Ecstar long life coolant this week for the B. Had to come in the post of course. I rang the local'ish Suzuki car dealer in Alnwick upon the Aln, I don't know where the nearest Suzuki bike dealer is but it's over 50 miles away; the parts person ( he was a partsman but I'm sure it would violate his human rights to call him such, who knows what he was identifying as ) apologetically explained Suzuki don't allow them to order and sell Suzuki coolant, it has to be an equivalent product.
Nuts, as nuts as monkey nuts. They don't even use it in the workshops, if they did he said he would have filled a container for me. But it wasn't to be.
So I ordered it online from......a Suzuki car dealer!
The world is crackers.
Post by: 2112 on January 13, 2024, 21:50:06
Post by: Brockett on January 27, 2024, 10:20:59
I logged onto Fowlers and found the screws/ bolts - so that's all good. Billing shows:
Parts £11:60
Post £ 3:50
VAT £ 3.02
Total £18.12
So I have been charged VAT on the postage 20% of £3:50 = £0:70p :GRR:
Post by: The Doctor 46 on January 27, 2024, 22:09:52
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 27, 2024, 22:55:11
Post by: 2112 on January 28, 2024, 00:29:22
Post by: nigel s on January 28, 2024, 06:11:42
The cheques are being written out now and will be posted soon. Their next door neighbours should be getting them any day :whistle:
Ho Hum
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 28, 2024, 09:09:41
Post by: Barbel Mick on January 28, 2024, 18:41:20
Post by: Rusty Nuts on January 28, 2024, 19:03:02
Post by: Brockett on January 28, 2024, 19:24:40
!/. If postage charge is made up of cost of postage and a handling charge for the packaging etc then the postage element should not be subject to VAT.
2/. Post to my door may only be 3 days per week but the postal staff will still have work 6 days a week so the Post Office can bring about further staffing reductions.
Post by: pb on January 29, 2024, 07:28:43
Post by: Upt North on January 29, 2024, 09:46:41
Now isn't that better?
###
Post by: kwackboy on January 29, 2024, 12:34:38
Post by: 2112 on January 29, 2024, 13:02:37
Post by: Brockett on January 29, 2024, 14:22:16
Post by: Joe Rocket on January 29, 2024, 15:46:23
Post by: NeilM on January 30, 2024, 07:06:50
After attending the workshop and at the suggestion of one of the observers I looked into local IAM / ROSPA group membership and concluded it was not for me.
Since then I have watched a number of video's that include 'Advanced / IAM' riders and they scare the living stuff out of me. I raced cars for a number of years and I know exactly what a racing line looks like.... and it looks nothing like what some of those folks get up to.
Each to their own and whatever floats your boat, but...erm, no thanks.
Post by: Brockett on January 31, 2024, 20:15:28
I have always be somewhat verbose and my explanation " I was vaccinated with a gramaphone needle" became an accepted excuse. Until the other day, that is, when a much youger person asked me what is a gramaphone? Yeah that's when I feel old as in "very old".
That, and getting a blank look when I mentioned a "kick starter", an "advance and retard lever" and "contact breakers".
It's a two way street though as I have little understanding of "phone apps", as in what they do and whether or not they are 'on' my phone.
Post by: The Doctor 46 on January 31, 2024, 22:34:21
Post by: kwackboy on February 01, 2024, 18:57:26
Post by: Rixington43 on February 01, 2024, 18:59:35
Post by: 2112 on February 03, 2024, 13:25:46
Post by: TLPower on February 03, 2024, 16:15:46
Post by: 2112 on February 03, 2024, 16:48:52
Post by: The Doctor 46 on February 03, 2024, 22:23:20
Post by: Brockett on February 06, 2024, 17:00:54
I log into my bank account and decide to stash some cash in an ISA
The application form asks for confirmation of personal details
I find they are still storing a landline phone number that I have not had for five years and I delete it
The page flashes **** this section cannot be blank
I call the help desk and get an AI ... we have a "CHAT" but it turns out the AI may well be artificial but it is not intelligent. It does not have a query file for that section.
What a bunch of W********
I went on line to buy something from suppliers I have used before
The page shows " log on to account" so I click that
and up pops a message to say If you already have an account you must click on "forgotten pasword" . Then add email address and click send and they'll send an email with a new password which I can use once to change the password.
After waiting five minutes there was still no message in my inbox.
In case I misunderstood I went back and typed in my email and then my old password.
Up popped a message to say "too many requests for password resets have been received ( FFS I wonder why) and I should try again later."
I really do wonder if these businesses are being destroyed by their own IT systems.
So I've saved nothing and spent nothing ###
Post by: Barbel Mick on February 06, 2024, 18:46:57
Post by: Brockett on February 06, 2024, 20:43:12
Post by: Brockett on February 14, 2024, 19:25:02
Post by: endintears on February 14, 2024, 19:36:56
Use Chrome (like old skool internet explorer) instead of Edge.
The reasons a lot of people want it are probably the same reasons you don't.
:)
Post by: Brockett on February 14, 2024, 22:25:49
Post by: Joe Rocket on February 15, 2024, 12:25:33
Modification: by intrusive I mean the internet prompts me to try it for a period, a bit like Youtube Premium. I do concur it's necessary to keep on top of it.
Post by: Brockett on February 21, 2024, 13:02:35
Post by: Brockett on February 21, 2024, 13:17:44
On the XJ the oil light bulb is no good it has never worked but is one of the jobs I am getting round to.
The book says it's a 12v3.4w.
OK I remove the headlight and the revcounter and pull the cover of it to remove the bulb and it has no marking on it.
It's small and capless
I go to a dealer and they look at the Fowlers catalog and I order what they say I need
In a week it arives and I collect it and guess what? it doesn't fit because like me it is too fat :bawl:
I have searched as much as an old person can, but am unable to find any information on the actual dimensions of such bulbs
It offers me a T10 with no explanation. Has anyone got a link to information on this?
Post by: Upt North on February 21, 2024, 13:29:14
Is it like this Lucas?
Post by: Brockett on February 21, 2024, 15:48:40
Post by: Upt North on February 21, 2024, 16:16:05
This website site provides bulb dimensions and a selection of capless bulbs.
Good luck.
Upt.
Post by: Brockett on February 21, 2024, 17:07:44
I have searched many sites but nowhere can I find a 12v 3.4w capless bulb T5. Even Robinsons are showing the size as a T10 ( 10mm base ) which I believe fits the Diversion model with a fairing and large dashboard. Robinsons only quote the Yamaha part number which I suspect has lumped both models together.
I can buy a T5 but not in the required wattage. I feel that a lower wattage will render the light too dim for daylight viewing and as its the low oil light I think it should be right.
Looks like I will have to drive 40 miles to the Yamaha dealer.
Post by: Ianmc on February 22, 2024, 10:29:24
They keep a really good range of bike stuff.
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on February 22, 2024, 11:01:29
Understand the desire to get the correct wattage bulb, but if you're still struggling, any working bulb will be better than one that doesn't work.
Post by: Rixington43 on February 22, 2024, 11:21:43
https://www.classiccarleds.co.uk/products/10-x-286-t5-led-dashboard-upgrade-bulbs-t5-74-various-colours?variant=8299347181663
Even Yambits only list 3W now for a T5. Of course a 2024 3W might be as bright as a 1994 3.4W ;)
https://yambits.co.uk/12v-3w-capless-bulb-p-150742.html
Can't remember your year but wemoto list a 5mm 3W bulb as well. Might have to swallow the 0.4W drop.
https://www.wemoto.com/bike/yamaha/xj/600/1995/1624/bulb-instrument-capless-5mm-3w
* Appreciate you may have seen and discarded these options already :)
Post by: Brockett on February 22, 2024, 11:51:56
Ordered yesterday and arrived this morning. Superfast delivery :clap: of the wrong bulbs ###
Yamaha have published the wrong part number or more likely have recorded the wrong part number to the item
The problem being the bulbs are a T5 , a smidge under 5mm and what the Yamaha part number supplies is a T10, a smidge under 10mm. There is no way of fitting the larger bulb due to the small aperture in the instrument casing as well as the smaller bulb holder.
I rather suspect the T10 bulb part number is for the Diversion with a fairing and a larger display.
Post by: Rixington43 on February 22, 2024, 12:03:19
Well wemoto do state 5mm in the description but I suspect that might be a nominal 5mm as a conversation from some sort of "groats and bushels of grain" based system from yesteryear 🤣.
Post by: Brockett on February 22, 2024, 12:23:00
Vehicle wiring products seem to be only dealing with LEDs, Yambits don't offer any clue as to the physical dimensions of the bulbs,
I have just spoken to Wemoto and at the risk of £1.00 and free postage I have opted for their 5mm 3w bulb. It only lights up when the oil level is too low. But there are 3 other warning lights of the same size and wattage.
I may well investigate the LED option although, as you may expect and as I know truly know, the depth of my ignorance may lead me down a very deep rabbit hole.
Never mind ... as it's still p'ing down and is set to be wet until well into March I'm not losing much riding time. Commiserations and full respect to all who have to ride whatever the weather ( yes I did that for quite a few years- shift work and couldn't afford a car) I'll keep you updated.
Actually my experience with this has thrown a whole new meaning on the expression "a lightbulb moment".
Post by: mr_diver on February 22, 2024, 13:16:25
Post by: Brockett on February 23, 2024, 11:12:49
Post by: Rixington43 on February 23, 2024, 11:18:23
Post by: Brockett on February 23, 2024, 17:51:55
Out in the carpark I find it doesn't fit. Back in the shop I end up with a chap who checks his phone and he arranges a refund.
he says go to GSF round the back on the industrial estate because they sell them.
I drive round the industrial area and eventually find the place
Do you sell these, I show him the wiper, and say my reg number which he taps into his PC
Yes we do sell them Hooray! .... but we don't have one in stock . He can get one for next week or I can pick one up from their Colchester store.
Me....thinks, OMG another wasteland industrial estate ... the A12 roadworks is chaos and delays and Colchester is dreadful at the best of times.
I say thanks and drive home wondering if I get one on line and have it delivered.
Like shoe laces
I can't buy shoe laces anywhere within 30 miles so I go on line and get 3 pairs off Ebay the size I want the colour I want. They cost me less than the fuel costs for a 60 mile round trip. It surely is a crazy world.
Post by: duck-strom on February 24, 2024, 08:57:19
Like you on the shoe laces I ended up ordering boot laces from eBay after a recent visit to my local key cutting /shoe repair shop. I asked for 2 pairs of 140cm laces and the young lad in the shop guided me to the rack of boot laces so that I could choose which colour I wanted, all good I thought. Get to the till and "that'll be £30 please", flabbergasted I declined to pay and the youngster didn't seem able to comprehend what the problem was!!
Post by: Upt North on February 24, 2024, 10:23:03
We used to live in North Staffordshire and everything was a half hour traffic clogged drive away. After having enough of that nonsense we moved Upt'North.
This is where Internet shoppin really comes into its own, although we have well-stocked food emporiums for anything else it's a journey, and inevitably they haven't got what you want when you get there. Our nearest towns are 20 miles away and large towns around 50 miles each way. Or should I say Toon....yes I should.
I ordered some Honda lawnmower and brush cutter bits the other day, I think the place was in Bolton. They arrived in 21 hours from ordering online. Now it'll take me 21 days to fit them.
Pffffffftttttt.
Upt.
Post by: porter on February 28, 2024, 10:43:22
Post by: Upt North on February 28, 2024, 15:44:44
My new motor is the same.
Upt.
Post by: porter on February 28, 2024, 16:29:47
Post by: 2112 on February 29, 2024, 17:11:09
Post by: Upt North on February 29, 2024, 18:42:04
Have a nice shower.....
Post by: 2112 on March 01, 2024, 07:25:09
Post by: StromGeeza on March 01, 2024, 08:47:09
Post by: 2112 on March 01, 2024, 09:28:41
Post by: Brockett on March 01, 2024, 13:25:48
There followed a short inquest when it was discovered that the 'Black Gloss' can had been awarded a cap from an 'Aluminium' can. ###
"Sorry sir w'ell sort it out and it will be here for you to collect after 9am tomorrow."
So I have driven 60 miles to collect one can will have to go back for anoth 60 trip to get the other one. 120 miles is about 10 litres at £1.42. So that's £8 per can ( £16 for two) plus £14 for fuel means £30 and that is £6 more than getting it on line. :dl_smiley_banghead:
I really should have bought it on-line from M&P.
Post by: Upt North on March 01, 2024, 16:07:57
:)
Post by: Brockett on March 01, 2024, 18:50:20
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 01, 2024, 19:07:15
In a car? Lucky git.
5 hours trudging round in 2 degrees, pissing it down and breezy.
But getting paid. :lala:
Post by: TLPower on March 02, 2024, 10:40:12
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 02, 2024, 12:10:20
Post by: TLPower on March 02, 2024, 19:13:09
Post by: kwackboy on March 02, 2024, 21:49:26
Post by: 2112 on March 03, 2024, 08:15:02
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 03, 2024, 09:22:11
Post by: 2112 on March 03, 2024, 09:36:13
Post by: kwackboy on March 07, 2024, 14:19:32
Bloody pen pushers who make this shite up haven't a clue ... :dl_smiley_banghead:
Have to pay for privilege as well .... :bawl:
Post by: Brockett on March 07, 2024, 16:31:50
Post by: TLPower on March 07, 2024, 16:32:41
:old: I only went on one just to be a tester. You would be "asked" to attend a refresher if your tests and spot checks weren't up to much. I was a tester for about 15 years.
Post by: kwackboy on March 07, 2024, 17:51:46
Think I've been a tester for around 16 years now, I don't think I've ever tested either.. :shrug:
Post by: Brockett on March 07, 2024, 17:58:06
Post by: UK_Vstrom650 on March 07, 2024, 21:42:23
Post by: Brockett on March 08, 2024, 09:00:13
Post by: Brockett on March 17, 2024, 10:05:05
Post by: 2112 on March 18, 2024, 08:02:38
Post by: TLPower on March 18, 2024, 08:12:41
Post by: 2112 on March 18, 2024, 09:11:28
Post by: Rixington43 on March 18, 2024, 09:29:07
The bike may be back to a bargain next April depending on the above :icon_wink:
Post by: Upt North on March 18, 2024, 09:29:25
Death and taxes. Unfortunately the only way to pay less tax is to die earlier, but yes they tax that too.
:dl_smiley_banghead:
Post by: 2112 on March 18, 2024, 09:40:38
Pre or post 2017 EVs?
They both go more than 60 miles so post 2017... I'm led to believe it will be £180 per annum, which is fair enough to be honest. We've had 6 and 5 years respectively tax free, so can't complain really. I did see (I think on Sky news ?) that all tax categories would be going up in 2025. Of course, a lot will depend on which muppets get elected in...
Post by: The Doctor 46 on March 18, 2024, 13:51:51
Post by: kwackboy on March 18, 2024, 19:42:56
The dreaded Council tax bill has arrived - £3,510 !!!
Geez ... you live in a big house ..?
Post by: StromGeeza on March 18, 2024, 21:11:36
Geez ... you live in a big house ..?Ours is only just less than that... But its good to know the rich folks in their £10 million manor homes have to pay another few hundred each year on top of what we lesser mortals are stumping up.
Post by: 2112 on March 19, 2024, 17:25:30
Post by: Brockett on March 19, 2024, 20:34:35
Two weeks later I asked the surgeon who operated on my hand
"when do you think I'll be able to ride again"?
"Ride again"? ..... "why would you want to ride again"?
"It's what I do"
And it still is and I still love it.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on March 19, 2024, 20:50:48
Post by: NeilM on March 20, 2024, 07:08:38
I spent the entire summer in hospital with my left leg in traction and after 8 hours of surgery I left the BRI on crutches with my left leg plastered from toe to mid thigh.
My my insisted that I sell my first 'BIG' bike an ex Police Triumph T100P, which went to my mate Colin.
Once I could walk and drive again I bought, under duress, a Ford Cortina Mk2. A month later it was sold and the money spent on a 1968 Triumph Bonneville.
Post by: 2112 on March 22, 2024, 09:05:42
Post by: Pannier Down on March 22, 2024, 22:47:02
Post by: Rixington43 on March 26, 2024, 11:37:18
Turns out the rear brake light switch is a snap action type with a small sprung steel actuator which is only clipped onto the switch housing, this is so it can be reversed depending on which model BMW want to fit it to as parts sharing saves pennies. This lever has somehow gone walkies despite no drops/crashes or serious off roading. Apparantly this is not a rare occurence given it hangs under the brake lever in the firing line.
The small sprung steel lever is not sold seperately, replacing the switch itself requires removing the swingarm pivot, brake lever assembly and then the footrest plate after which the switch itself is interefrence riveted in rather than screwed.
German efficiency right there, Grrrr.
* No I won't be doing that, I will be buying the switch and swapping the lever arm over but what a Kuhscheiße piece of design.
Post by: The Doctor 46 on March 26, 2024, 14:01:52
Advantage through technology, makes you wonder who has the advantage though. I think probably the BMW workshop at £1,000,000 an hour labour charge. ###
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 26, 2024, 17:38:42
Post by: Brockett on March 26, 2024, 21:10:59
I think there are still some niche companies like CCM still going in the UK
Post by: Rixington43 on March 26, 2024, 21:56:48
But I guess from a design and engineering point of view which is more what I was meaning (if we include where they're made or financed then everything is global these days), I'm a bit shocked to hear that CCM, Triumph, Royal Enfield and Ariel have all gone bust since this morning.
To be fair, I'd include Norton but they probably have 🤣.
* For the record I've nothing against German engineering, in fact I'm a big fan, which is why I found this particular bit of silliness so disappointing.
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 27, 2024, 09:42:36
Post by: 2112 on March 27, 2024, 18:05:51
You could ask what British engineered bikes are like now...... er, sorry, there aren't any. :whistle:
Langen are making top quality two strokes, Norton are designed, manufactured and built in the UK, CCM are turning out works of art and Maeving are making electric motorbikes for savvy commuters. Royal Enfields global design headquaters are in the UK along with Triumphs, BSA's etc. It's not all gloom & doom,
Post by: Ianmc on March 27, 2024, 18:31:15
Post by: Joe Rocket on March 27, 2024, 21:33:34
Glad you took the bait...... :roll:
Post by: nigel s on March 28, 2024, 05:03:22
I did some work for Hawg Haven on this show winner.I made the fiberglass false fuel tank,the real one sits inside.
It had electronic suspension and no stands ,just ride up press a button and it lowers onto the bellypan.
Post by: 2112 on March 28, 2024, 06:23:09
Post by: Hugo Magnus on April 07, 2024, 09:02:10
Unfortunately Parcel force are short staffed (5'2"?) which means they have to employ agency drivers.
Time and time again we get a text through saying your delivery will be between - and - only to get another later in the day to say sorry unable to deliver.
I took it up with the manager at the depot. He was pulling his hair out, the agency staff kept coming back back to the depot with half their load undelivered.
Post by: mr_diver on April 07, 2024, 10:30:31
Then my parcel goes walkies, I've had a few things that the sender has had to send again with a different courier.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 07, 2024, 13:12:36
Post by: Hugo Magnus on April 08, 2024, 12:27:09
If anything I thought you might sympathise.
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 08, 2024, 14:23:15
Post by: mr_diver on April 08, 2024, 14:26:38
and it's the "system" most of us will be moaning about.
And I'm fairly sure Rusty doesn't do my local postal round.
And there are good posties and some not so good... we have 2 regulars - the lady is tidy and considerate even smiley, the old bloke is miserable a sin and generally likes to fold anything marked as "do not bend" at least twice. :icon_batterup:
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 08, 2024, 14:59:22
Post by: Brockett on April 13, 2024, 07:49:50
I just noticed this and my licence and photo card must be renewed by 24th April.
Check Gov. etc website - if I have a passport it's easy peasy - Well I don't have a passport, never had a passport. Why would I want one?
So I have to complete a form and get a recent photo and then someone shown on the list below to sign both the form and the photo and post it with proof that I get the state pension by enclosing form BR5899 to DVLA
The person signing the form and the photo must:
hold a valid GB photocard driving licence
be resident in the UK
know you personally
not be a relative
not be living at the same address as you
Suitable people include a current or retired:
local business person or shopkeeper
librarian
professionally qualified person, for example a lawyer, teacher or engineer
police officer
bank or building society staff member
civil servant
minister of religion
magistrate
local councillor
Member of Parliament, Assembly Member, or Member of the Scottish Parliament
I do not personally know any of these people nor do they know me
Given that the signature must be from someone who knows me and also knows my address how on earth does everyone else get this done?
Last time I renewed at the post office where they checked my documents took my photo of me and sent off the paperwork. It seems that all that has stopped.
Post by: Spadger2 on April 13, 2024, 08:51:15
It must have changed in the last 12months,when turned 70 last year it was as you say "easy peasy" :icon_exclaim:
Post by: mr_diver on April 13, 2024, 09:50:45
Post the photos to me and Jen will sign them for you. - I think she knows you lol
Post by: Brockett on April 13, 2024, 13:15:42
The websight suggested the post office will do it for £21
I went to the post office and the nice lady said - over 70 we don't do
She gave me a form D1 and some guidance notes
The notes are not quite as bad as the website by virtue of being much shorter but not less confusing.
The website shows I will get a reminder three months before the licence expires - I didn't get that. Which is a pity because maybe the instructions on what to do are in there.
It seems that I do need a new photo for my card because the old photo, held digitally by the DVLA becomes invalid after 10 years
However there is no way of knowing this by looking at the card in your wallet. Being over 70 the licence expires every 3 years.
All the notes regarding photos for licences shows the need for a person of standing in the community to sign it to confirm you are who you say you are. However the person on the DVLA telephone help desk said confirmation is not needed.
The notes on the D1 form show a photo is not needed - but it is.
So what I end up with is this advice from the help desk
Complete Form D1
Stick on a recent photograph
Check that all health and eyesight questions are answered and show no adverse problems
Send it recorded delivery so I have a tracking record that if needed will show that although I do not have a valid licence the DVLA have received my application.
As a continuing joke the form D1 states:
Please send the application and driving licence to DVLA Swansea, using the correct postcode - But nowhere on the form or in the guidance booklet is there an indication of the correct postcode A postcode is shown for enquiries if the form goes missing but it states do not use this code for applications. There is another postcode for use when informing DVLA about medical conditions But nowhere does it show where to send the completed application form.
If anyone else is nearing my age 76 and does not have a passport then settle yourself down with a good few cups of strong coffee and delve in this subject.
But remember the ancient Greek saying, "whom the Gods wish to destroy they first make mad".
Post by: Brockett on April 13, 2024, 14:38:24
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 13, 2024, 14:46:50
However, if things go udders uppermost there is no way of tracking or tracing the item, it could be anywhere.
For documents like that I would stump up for Special Delivery. They follow a different processing route from normal mail which is where recorded delivery ends up. Special Delivery items are scanned into and out of every location along their journey. I have to sign for them before I can take them out of the building. Dearer, yes, but more secure and more traceable.
Post by: 2112 on April 13, 2024, 17:21:52
Very informative & useful information.
Post by: Brockett on April 13, 2024, 18:42:57
Post by: MartinW on April 13, 2024, 19:51:36
..... Well I don't have a passport, never had a passport. Why would I want one? .....
Didn't you have one for ST7?
:shock:
Post by: Brockett on April 14, 2024, 10:35:47
Post by: Hugo Magnus on April 14, 2024, 12:00:48
Post by: Hugo Magnus on April 14, 2024, 17:06:12
I guess you must have taken a rubber dinghy (no passport needed).
Post by: Brockett on April 14, 2024, 21:28:27
Post by: Rookie on April 18, 2024, 19:14:02
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 18, 2024, 20:39:52
Post by: Rookie on April 18, 2024, 21:02:00
Post by: Brockett on April 18, 2024, 21:50:37
Post by: Brockett on April 18, 2024, 21:52:48
Post by: Rookie on April 18, 2024, 22:10:43
Take cover .........
Post by: Brockett on April 22, 2024, 16:36:11
Post by: Rusty Nuts on April 22, 2024, 17:02:12
Post by: The Doctor 46 on April 22, 2024, 17:56:48
Post by: 2112 on April 22, 2024, 18:35:51
Post by: kwackboy on April 23, 2024, 20:04:11
Ever since, I've refused to use my bank debit card for my daily spending , instead I use a credit card and pay it off within the interest free period.
Feel safe now knowing everything I buy Is insured, it's less likely to be cloned and it does wonders for my credit rating.. :thumb:
Post by: 2112 on April 24, 2024, 18:29:07
That's a good call. We have an astronomical credit limit on our credit card and hardly ever use it. Currently sitting with the balance at £0 as it has been for about 6 months...
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 07, 2024, 20:58:58
I have nothing against gay men or women in fact I know some very nice gay people but do we really want a very camp act representing the UK?
Anyway, I've switched channels and calmed down a bit now. Rant over. :thumb:
Post by: NeilM on May 08, 2024, 06:44:14
Their entrant is..... unusual!
Post by: 2112 on May 08, 2024, 16:18:15
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 08, 2024, 20:42:21
Post by: Brockett on May 10, 2024, 11:53:47
* The street where I live has a scarred pavement when Open Vomit installed fibre. Talk Talk sent emails to persuade me to "go full fibre". However My home is not on the street but up a lane with no name, off the street and open vomit were never going to dig up an unmade road and lay a long line of fibre for four dwellings. However, Talk Talk didn't know this and still bombarded me with special offers etc. The Broad Brand kept dropping out and I do rather think someone or something was switching it off at a junction box. Talk Talk are Deaf Deaf or have no Ears Ears but whatever .... talking to Talk Talk was a No No. ###
Post by: Upt North on May 10, 2024, 12:53:51
NW200 stylee.
Upt.
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 10, 2024, 19:48:47
Post by: kwackboy on May 10, 2024, 21:26:10
Why on earth do these movie / program producers dub over the original motorcycle sound ..?
Post by: Rookie on May 10, 2024, 21:32:33
A. Why did it take me so long to notice.
B. What the hell has happened.
C. There is no other damage to the bike anywhere .
D. I've had no reports of gremlins operating in my area.
Post by: Brockett on May 10, 2024, 22:51:20
I saw that happen in a car park that my office overlooked.
I knew who owned the bike and the person that knocked it over. He got it upright so as to not leave the bike laying down next to his car.
Post by: nigel s on May 11, 2024, 04:37:20
Either,
Your bike was abducted by aliens from the future and replaced with a near replica.
Or.
As Brockett said... Barstools! .
Any CCTV to prove either way?
Ho Hum
Post by: The Doctor 46 on May 11, 2024, 15:35:02
Yesterday I dropped a chap off to collect his bike after an MOT, he was hitching at the side of the road. When we got to the garage he suggested I wait and we could ride back together. Turns out his bike was a 125 Yamaha and the ride back on my local road which is a great ride was done at 50mph tops.
We passed a petrol station on our left, I was going slow 30mph in a 40mph zone when a woman in a Dutch registered car (LHD) pulled out on to my side of the road coming strait at me. I was forced to swerve and stop while she drove off without a care in the world.
Had I been on my own I would have been riding at 40mph and I wondered if things could have turned out differently. Oh, and my lights were on (obviously) but the fogs were on too. :groan: ### :crazy:
I'm on a role now but I must stop and go wash my bike. "Thank God" I hear you saying. :thumb:
Post by: NeilM on May 13, 2024, 06:22:14
As an engineer, salesman and sales manager, I was on the road my entire 42 year career, doing around 35 to 40,000 miles a year, so I've been around and seen a bit.
Since the lockdowns I have watched driving standards dive with people adopting more and more poor driving habits.
In no particular order:
Pulling up to a junction and only looking left before pulling out.
Not indicating, or indicating so late it is a waste of time.
ME FIRST! Usually demonstrated by the driver coming towards you on a narrow road, failing to slow or stop until they are just about to hit the front of your car/ bike/ horse/ bicycle (I have experienced all of these on numerous occasions). But also often seen at junctions, where the Me First driver will cut the corner and sound their horn furiously at any vehicle having the sheer temerity to be using "their" road, regardless of the fact that they (the MF driver) is actually on the wrong side of the road.
Turning the wrong way. This is getting worse and worse. The driver who swings to the left in order to make a right turn (or vice versa). This even extends to roundabouts where a vehicle on the inside will suddenly swing left, across other lanes in order to reach "their" exit.
There are plenty more that could be added, and this is before we work in the ever present distraction of the phone... vape.... Costa coffee etc.
Post by: 2112 on May 13, 2024, 07:24:25
Just to add in the dreaded satnav followers. No road sense, just slavishly following the instructions of the 'navigation god' and not actually looking at road sign, other vehicles etc. Mongs.
Post by: mr_diver on May 13, 2024, 07:30:11
My parents noticed the amazingly poor driving standards when they moved here about 6 years ago. I'd been here a while and got accustomed to it. :shrug:
Post by: Brockett on May 13, 2024, 12:17:50
As a pedestrian ( yes even I have been that ), just stand on an urban road junction and watch the cars going by and notice one in five is holding / using a phone.
Post by: nigel s on May 13, 2024, 18:09:31
Post by: 2112 on May 13, 2024, 19:10:26
Post by: Jim13_Wee_Strom on May 13, 2024, 22:15:57
Post by: Brockett on May 16, 2024, 07:02:45
I have only a few days left before my ISP is taken over and I end up with Talk Talk and I'd rather not have anything to do with that lot. What else is out there?
Post by: Sir Trev on May 16, 2024, 09:49:24
Did not bother to move away again but now BT are moving domestic customers over to EE I went into my local EE shop and they moved it all over for me painlessly. It's cheaper for bband, on a much faster package, my home phone (only ever used when my parents call me) is now PAYG, so cheap, and my mobile phones (x2) are now on EE too and both packages are better and cheaper.
tl:dr Try EE.
Post by: Rixington43 on May 16, 2024, 10:00:39
I was with Plusnet for years and they were great, no issues at all.
I then moved to a small local ISP in Doncaster as Sheffield council had kindly wasted a huge chunk of tax payers money on a city wide fibre network, a few years before BT rolled theirs out anyway and it went bust.
Said local ISP went bang last year and got bought out by, you guessed it, Talk Talk. Their customer support is now in South Africa and they are quite the worst company I have ever dealt with so you are right to jump ship.
I am now back with Plusnet since the end of last year and have had no issues at all. Granted I haven't had to speak to them about anything yet but I take that as a good sign.
* Missus is with EE and has no complaints there either, they're just a bit more expensive than Plusnet.
Post by: Brockett on May 16, 2024, 11:28:13
But wait !!! there is more insanity out there
I phoned my car insurance (LV) to book a windscreen replacement
Phone rings and voice offers the usual option presss various numbers to get to the right people
So I end up with a long string of numbers on my phone and I'm talking to someone and the appointment is booked and I am directed to a payment process and the voice says enter your card details and I add that to the long string of numbers already on the screen and the voice keeps saying that it's the wrong number and there is no way I can see of deleting the previous numbers and she keeps telling me to enter my card details ### and then says I'm sorry please click the link on the email we have sent to you and then the line goes dead. Of course there is no link and link and no email ..... I really really really hate this so called new technology that never bloody works :topic_closed:
Post by: Brockett on May 16, 2024, 11:43:00
Post by: Barbel Mick on May 16, 2024, 12:41:37
The Openreach network, reaches 96% of homes with Superfast fibre broadband.
Vodaphone is cheaper than BT.
Dave, I think I told you before that it is possible to run fibre cable overhead, so they won’t need to dig any trenches up your drive, just replace the existing copper cable with a fibre one.
Just as a comparison between which each can provide ….
• BT Broadband Unlimited: 10Mbps avg. speed (this is only available in areas that cannot receive fibre speeds)
• BT Fibre Essential: 36Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre Essential: 36Mbps avg. speed
• BT Fibre 1: 50Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre 1: 50Mbps avg. speed
• BT Fibre 2: 67Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre 2: 74Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre 100: 150Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre 300: 300Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre 500: 500Mbps avg. speed
• BT Full Fibre 900: 900Mbps avg. speed
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• Vodafone Fibre 1: 35Mbps avg. speed
• Vodafone Fibre 2: 67Mbps avg. speed
• Vodafone Full Fibre 74: 74Mbps avg. speed
• Vodafone Full Fibre 150: 150Mbps avg. speed
• Vodafone Full Fibre 500: 500Mbps avg. speed
• Vodafone Full Fibre 900: 910Mbps avg. speed
Post by: Joe Rocket on May 16, 2024, 13:06:24
Post by: 2112 on May 17, 2024, 09:39:55