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Old 27 Apr 08, 08:11 PM   #21 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by stevel View Post
Yep, an honest man.
I think this post should be obligatory reading for all the chancers with an Aldi socket set and ten minutes watching diy belt change vids on Youtube who then change their belts then post about how easy it is, how all mechanics are cut throat con men etc!
No disrespect to SF or anyone who does know their onions - really, but some times I think a little knowledge is truly a dangerous thing, and too many enthusiastic spanner wielders get in too deep without the awareness that this could be the result
Yes Stevel,
But with the old adage of "Measure twice and cut once", (yes I know that's from the carpentry lessons the older lads amongst us had at school) but getting in there and doing it is the only way to really learn...
Always check your work at least twice, before hitting the button!
I know I've made the odd **** up, but I've never made the same mistake again.
When you DIY and you've done it with care at least you'll know the job was actually done, which's more than I can say for a lot of dealer jobs that people are charged for and I've been in and around the trade for a looong time.

Steve
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