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Would a swivel foot been of any use see following example: https://www.kipp.com/gb/en/Products/Ope ... -feet.html Pete

I have just sold a 2012 Caddy as have bought another one 2016 automatic as my wife's left knee could not handle a clutch in a traffic jam. They are a great van and the diesel engine will go on forever. More importantly they hold their second hand value. I also have a VW T5 which I have had...

If you ask them to pay as a family or friend you will not pay a commission. Strictly speaking you will be breaking PayPals T&C but if it is a rare event you should have no problems.

I've had one for 6 years bought second hand for £200. Primarily use the thicknesser and it is a great machine for its size.

Try thebushcraft store they have a selection of knives at reasonable price including folding lockable and non-lockable. There is also an excellent section on knife law advice. Pete

See my original post re Yandles!

Don't buy a pack I will just send you the 12 5RG's 1st class for £7.50. Will pm you for address and give Paypal details once I have them.

Hi Martyn That's a great idea. I can get the multipacks for £10.99 through Amazon. I will buy 2 packs and send you the 12 5RG's for a pro rata price. Will pm you once I have them. I have a Paypal account. Pete

Thanks Martyn. I have checked out US sites but with postage they work out more expensive than buying the multi-pack and discarding the 5RG's. Just hoping someone had found a UK seller. As I said used to get a pack of 12 9RG's for £7.50 but they stop trading, perhaps they were getting old...

I have been using Olson double/reverse tooth PGT 9RG blade for cutting 25mm oak. I do not have tight curves so they have been great. I have tried other blades but these were the best and had the longest life. Unfortunately my supplier woodworkscraftsupplies stop trading this Spring. Does...

Thanks let me know if not collected. Pete

Is this still available? I live in Ringwood so could easily pick up.

I have a VW Transporter T5. Use my local Sainsbury car wash but make sure I fold the wing mirrors back. The advantage is that it does an under chassis wash which you cannot do by hand. Check whether your van will fit between the guide rails.

First can I thank everyone who has responded to my original post. I have certainly got more information on peoples’ views which can only be beneficial to the debate. Rhyolith I feel for you havening your initial enthusiasm for engineering worn down. It is true though that to do a degree...

I agree we have lost a lot of manufacturing but there is still plenty of opportunities. The car industry has been mentioned but often forgotten is that we are one of the most successful pharmaceutical manufacturers who employ a whole range of engineering disciplines. If you are considering a...