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Mower engine size. Im using a rover with a quantum 35 engine which I may need to replace. Whats the equivelent engine size in cc. Dont want to underpower the mower. Thanks. |
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Hose Reels Want to buy a hose reel. Not interested in retractable. Had plastic ones before and they did not last. Looking at one at Mitre10 |
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Bathroom mirror losing silvering from edges Hi, got a nice new sparkly bathroom that is well ventilated but just noticed mirror which is glued on the wall directly above the vanity (next to no gap between the two) is starting corroding/desilvering. Just wondering if siliconing between the two |
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Cleaning sooty walls My lounge wallpaper has smoke damage from the fire smoke and I am going to clean it all by hand on a ladder. Should I use sugar soap or any other suggestions. |
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Sticky fast growing weed in Kaiapoi I have that fast growing sticky weed stuff trying to tack over the garden. I don`t know anything about gardens or weeds so any ideas on how to sort this obnoxious thing out! Help, Help, Help, need sorted for a relaxing xmas. |
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Blackboy peach 'seeds' Last year I started a thread about growing blackboy peaches from their stones.I had great success (10 trees from 12 seeds). Several people expressed interest in getting some seeds to try for themselves. I've got more seeds here now, does a |
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Zip slow cooker parts? Where do I find parts for my slow cooker zip model 222. I just need the handle on the top of the glass lid. Any suggestions! |
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Archgola. Has anyone had one built are they expensive and anything to watch out for has anyone had one built! are they expensive and anything to watch out for. |
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Our builder is advising us to put Butynol Shingle Tiles on roof of our new house are they any good and how long do they last ! |
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Archgola. Has anyone got a archgola we are looking at one that 62x32m im just wonder what the cost would be thanks has anyone got a archgola!. we are looking at one that 6.2X3.2m, im just wonder what the cost would be. thanks |
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Shower dome or not? So what are your thoughts on these domes. Do they work, we are putting in a new shower in our en suite. Your thoughts please. |
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Stove/oven installation in garage - Is this legal? Thanking you in advance. |
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I have an Applico Waste Disposer model 400 Thats has stopped working.Its 3 years old.Sounds like the motor is still working but from what I can see I think thecutting/munching plate may have separated from the driveshaft(!) as it appears to be loose and doesnt turn when motor is running.Not sure i... |
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How to get a stainless steel bench top shiny? I have a stainless steel bench top. Its really old and looks dull no matter how hard I clean it.I've tried lots of Jiff and a pot scrub,with lots of elbow grease, and they helps a little, but I'd love to get it looking really shiny. Is this even p... |
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H J Cooper mains pressure thermostat We have a H J Cooper mains pressure hot water cylinder MPE180 and have had it for about 3 years now. Last week we ended up with no hot water and the problem ended up being the thermostat. which was not covered by the warranty. I ended up havin |
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Frangipani question I have a small frangipani which has grown many leaves on this year. Its only a 1 1/2yrs old.My question is if the flowers grow on the branches how do the branches form! Mine has one main "trunk" with all the leaves coming out of the top of the t... |
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GIB Aqualine vs BPB ProRoc Aquastop Is there any significant difference between GIB Aqualine and BPB ProRoc Aquastop! I have been trying to find comparisons between the two but have had no luck. Also, are they similarly priced! I would like to know as my builder has listed GIB on his quote ... |
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Replacing a fridge/freezer seal We are looking to re-seal our fridge and freezer as the doors seem to pop open every now and then. |
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Best brands of paint, what do you prefer Best value for money! We did a bit of painting over the last week, used up 2 part paint pails - diff brands, painting2 bedrooms. I was amazed at the diff not in the quality as such but the coverage/how far the paint went was vastly differant.Both were goo... |
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Luxalon Hi guys, I'm wondering if anyone knows where i might be able to get some terracotta colored luxalon roofing sheets! i have a few small holes so need to replace the whole section. i realize the machine that made it is no longer in NZ but am wondering i... |
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What is this plant/weed? I would choose nightshade. Never let it seed. spray or brush on glyphosate (roundup is one but dear) with a little dishwash liquid. |
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BIRD BATHS I would love to get my hands on a birdbath that is surplus to needs but havent found one so does anyone have any advice on making my own!wat materials to use etc.i love the birds in my garden. |
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Parsnips Planted a row of parsnips in Oct, none came up. Found a packet of out of date seeds the packet had been opened, looked about 3 years old, BLOW me down planted them and now have a full row of great looking plants.No telling with those things for sure. |
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Bugs! Not sure which thread to ask in, but does anyone know what type of bug would crawl across carpet that leaves silver trail like a snail trail! the carpet is new and charcoal color so easy to see, moved in yesterday and when I got up there is a silver trail... |
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Kitchen sink Who would I get to fix this! It has come away from the bench and broken the waste pipe. Thanks |
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