Monthly Archives: March 2009

Progress, but not in a very useful direction

Posted on 20/3/2009 by KateE

So, I spent some time fitting the radio ‘properly’ to the car (there’s a bit of a limitation to how neat it was going to be without damaging the dash, and I didn’t want to do that*). The Rover cassette … Continue reading →

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Impatient

Posted on 20/3/2009 by KateE

I hate not doing anything when there’s stuff to do. I’ve got a minor that needs the exhaust ripping off, separating the 45degree angle from the downpipe. I’ve got a DAF which has poured it’s brakefluid out from one wheel … Continue reading →

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Just before I start

Posted on 20/3/2009 by KateE

So, I need to ring and find out about the DAF’s cylinders, but before I start I just need to say something about final episode of the L word. WHAT THE FUCK!? (with spoilers)

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Another long day in mechanic mode

Posted on 19/3/2009 by KateE

So today was hard going. Started at 9:30, finished at 17:30 with only a break for lunch and a couple of quick trips to (a)Halfords and (b)Proper MotorFactor. At one point I was so demoralised I stood staring at Vixy … Continue reading →

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The sun is shining, it’s a beautiful day

Posted on 18/3/2009 by KateE

And I’m lying on the sofa. In a bit I’m going to take Vixy (the other DAF) out for a little jaunt to check out the new fuel mixture and brakes. They’re still pulling to the right (odd, since the … Continue reading →

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