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RickS

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  1. There was an awful lot of advice and digressions I agree, but good that people are happy to help and the diversions were . . . well, diverting. Maybe a thermic lance for next time - or a light sabre ?
  2. Again, thanks for all the advice and wit - appreciated and enjoyed in equal measure. In the end, I bought some 14" bolt cutters and they came off easily enough - a couple at considerable speed! Thanks again
  3. Thanks all for the usual helpful advice. It would seem that physical removal is the way forward rather than trying to chemically ease the rust, which is extensive. Bit cold today so didn't give any a try (I know!) but will give the dremmel and boltcutters a go. Not averse to using the angle grinder it's just that it's difficult to balance and use both hands to control the grinder. Thanks again
  4. Thanks all. No plan to put them back on, I will be replacing them with stainless steel. It's getting them off without using an angle grinder (ideally) that is the issue. I suspect they are too big to break with mole grips but I'm having a go at that in the morning!
  5. I am trying to remove the front and rear fenders and they are held on with D shackles which are just solid rust and the screw-in bit isn't shifting. I don't really want to get he angle grinder out so wondering if there is any wonder chemical that will shift the rust enough to be able to get the shackle off. I know vinegar is supposed to work (?) but leaving it on is a problem. Thanks
  6. As a postscript to this thread, I took this picture of the outside of my windows. I assume this is a cover for the drainage holes (2 per window). In which case, it does seem daft to block them on the inside with foam - not sure why that was put in. Easy though when it is pointed out. I like the idea of the cable tie as a flexible cleaner, thanks PeterF Thanks all
  7. Good advice both, thankyou. And thanks BEngo for your post, I forgot to thank you
  8. Thank you Tony and Sea Dog I will check on the outside for any drain holes, but certainly won't try to drill any if they are not there. I think, the general consensus being that this foam isn't needed, i will just take all the remaining stuff from the channels and leave it at that. One less thing I have to replace! Thanks again
  9. Yes I should have thought of a more informative photo 🙂 Hopefully this gives a better idea of what I'm talking about. This is the bathroom window and I dug some of the horrible stuff out of the channel you can see. It goes up the curved sides a way as well. The strange reflections are from the sheet of acrylic in front of the window
  10. Here is a photo of the foam concerned Tony. It's a bit perished and was covered in all sorts of nastiness. It's about 8mm square with a sort of lip on one face. I know the foam you are speaking of Sea Dog and i have neoprene to replace bits of that when they wear out - as a few have. That's interesting blackrose. I just assumed because it was there, then it should be there. Makes sense to keep the channels clear.
  11. Thanks Ex Brummie. Not 100% sure what you mean when you say they don't list it - they don't make it any more? I am happy not to fit more if not necessary so thanks again for that
  12. Afternoon My Channel Glaze windows need some new foam/sponge in the channel used, I assume, to catch condensation. My question is whether I have to use stuff from Channel Glaze, or is there any other product I can put in this channel - weather strip etc. The old stuff seems more like sponge - it may be age - so I don't want to put the wrong stuff in only to replace it later. Thanks, as always, for any and all advice
  13. Thanks all. I put in 1 litre of X400 (from Screwfix) and ran the heating for three hours. My plan is to leave it for a week or so and then flush it through before refilling and adding anti-freeze.
  14. Makes sense now Tracy, thanks. I wrongly assumed your reply was to my first question and not the second. Obvious when it's pointed out 🙂 Up very early - need nap!
  15. I have read the data sheet for the Sentinel X400 and it says it can be introduced into the header tank (F&E cistern in their terminology), so I am slightly puzzled by the frst part of your reply Tracy. Am I missing something or do I have my humour bypass switched on? ☺️
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