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  2. Replacing a hard-wired oven

    in Off Topic

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    Im not sure if it does as you are not actualy altering the wireing, no different from changing a light switch faceplate.

     

    No doubt someone will have a definitave answer.

     

    Personally I would just change it asuming the wireing is modern and the oven the same spec as the one it is replacing.

     

    That's what I thought. I didn't need to go near the cooker ring or mess around with the dedicated isolator switch, so as you say, it was just like changing a socket.

     

    The only issue you may encounter is voiding the warranty. Some of these manufacturers cover their backs by stating that you have to get a qualified electrician to install the appliance. Personally though, I'd do it myself (I actually did do it myself not that long ago). No different from wiring a new socket :yes:

     

    Not fussed about that as we'll be selling up and moving on soon. Can't see the the thing breaking down before then.

     

    Thanks for all the posts. I'm going to just leave it in there and not bother with an electrician. The thing works fine and I can't see how I could have created a H&S issue.

     

    Knew I could count on the PW Forum for a friendly ear. Cheers chaps.

  3. Replacing a hard-wired oven

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    I bought a new hard-wired oven, exactly the same style, shape and size as the old one. I simply unwired the old one and wired up the new one in the same way. The new oven works fine.

     

    The wife mentioned something about having to get a qualified electrician to fit major appliances. Does anyone have any experience of this? Would you fit a replacement hard-wired oven yourself or would you get an electrician in?

     

    Thanks

  4. guns from abroad

    in Guns & Equipment

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    Harnser`s right, chap in our club brought a shotgun back from Turkey, declared it at customs and they did the rest with his cert, (naughty though, he got a low value reciept so as not to pay so much duty).

     

    I see the point about duty if you're importing a new gun, but what happens if I buy a gun abroad, use it a bit over there (so it's not strictly new any more) then bring it back with me? Am I not just transporting a firearm rather than importing it so no duty would be due?

  5. Beretta 686E v SP3

    in Guns & Equipment

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    I recently bought my first gun and was told the simplest guide for barrel length is your height. Saying that, the best rule of thumb has to be what feels right when you're shooting. I'm 5' 11'' and a 28" just felt right. I shoot a 1986 Beretta S686 and it feels spot on: light enough to handle; heavy enough to soak up the recoil; beautifully balanced so it's easy to aim and it swings smoothly. I'm no expert, but surely if when you shoot the thing it feels right and you're hitting targets, then the barrel length is good for you.

  13. Storing cartidges in the shed?

    in Bullets, Cartridges and Reloading

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    Is there any reason why I shouldn't store cartidges in the shed?

     

    I was thinking about buying a 1000 - to make it as cheap as possible in the long run - and want to keep them in a locked box (away from my inquisitive daughter). The problem being that a lock box for a 1000 carts is pretty big, so I thought about putting the box in the shed.

     

    Anyone else do this?

  14. Total cost for owning a shotgun and accessories

    in General Shooting Matters

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    The gun is your main expense. Watch it: you start out thinking you'll spend £X on a reasonable gun. Then you realise for a bit more money you could buy a [nice gun], so then you're spending £Y. Then you see a [really nice gun] for a bit more cash, so you end up spending £Z. It can quickly run away with you.

     

    As someone else said, once you've bought everything, had a few lessons (recommended) then it's just the clay fees and catridges.

     

    Be warned: it's addictive!

  15. Gun Cabinet Trouble

    in General Shooting Matters

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    Hi guys

    the girlfriend works in a sawmill, i got her to ask one of the lads to cut two squares of wood that sits infront of the skirting but is high enough to lift the cabinet above as so it slide back over the top of the skirt flush with the wall. Once bolted it in, its as tight as hell and the blocks are in solid. Absolutely fine with the FLO.

     

    I did the same as I didn't fancy taking a chunk out of my skirting. FEO was happy and my cert was issued.

  18. Crimping a pump action

    in Guns & Equipment

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    Hi

     

    Have you a reason for a pump action rather than a semi?

     

    TH

    Nothing written in stone. I shoot an O/U but was talking to a chap at the club who loves his pump. I thought it sounded like fun. I have a couple of hundred quid to spare. I got to looking at the SF style Mossbergs and thought they looked pretty cool - childish I know...

  19. Crimping a pump action

    in Guns & Equipment

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    You'll have to get it re-proofed, so after the crimp and it being sent off (all by the RFD) it has to be checked by the proof house and send back. Including the cost of packaging and posting I'm guessing you wouldn't want to attempt it with less than £150 in your pocket.

    Jesus, I never thought it would be that much.

     

    :blink: CDB why not just buy a pump that's a 3 shot :blink:

    It's looking like it, yeah. I was thinking about a Mossberg but most old (i.e. cheap) ones look a bit beaten up so I looked into getting a nice new stock, forend and slightly shorter barrel. I then saw a tidy looking cheap FAC Mossberg for sale. After totalling the cost of an older model plus new parts, this came out dearer than the FAC model. However, now I'm hearing the crimping and reproofing might add the thick end of £150 to the bill, my first option is looking more realistic. I have to remember I'll only be buying this for a bit of fun.

     

    Thanks for the advice chaps. Helpful and informative as ever. Cheers.

  24. Squirrel control

    in Country Sports

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    I recently had my garden re-turfed. It's lovely, and the local squirrels think so too. They like it so much they're taken to burying their nuts in it. As I'm sure you can imagine it's quite annoying to find these tennis ball sized holes in my new lawn.

     

    Does anyone have any tips for dissuading the little blighters from digging up my garden. I live in central London so shooting them isn't an option.

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