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Archives for September 2008

Transferring tyres to new alloy wheels
Does anyone know anybody who will transfer tyres onto new alloy wheels, or do any of the tyre fitting places do it?
Irish bank deposits guaranteed by Irish Govt, no limits
From RTE, 30 Sept 08, 7.00 am "The banks that are covered are: Allied Irish Bank, Bank of Ireland, Anglo Irish Bank, Irish Life and Permanent, Irish Nationwide Building Society and the Educational Building Society and specific subsidiaries that may be approved by Government following consultation with the Central Bank and…
Car mechanic in Bangor/Holywood
Hi Would appreciate any recomendations you have for a decent car mechanic in Bangor/Holywood area. I want someone cheap yet actually knows their stuff and is thorough. I know I am not asking a lot :p Thanks folks!
Bolier replacement prices for combi gas boiler? Any expericences?
I need to replace my gas combi boiler this winter. I haven't had a single positive experience with gas boilers or plumbers in 5 years. Can anyone recommend a company/ gas fitter who has done work / replaced a boiler for you or anyone you know recently. Any idea of what a reasonable price would be for replacing and fitting…
Cheapest Way Of Heating Your Home?
We don't have access to Pheonix Gas, so the options are, Oil, Coal or electric heaters. I have really last heart in using oil, It is doing no time at all and we have the thermostat turned down and its actually only on 30 mins per day but it still lasts no time. Coal, is it any cheaper than oil? We don't have a back boiler…
NI to scrap prescription charges
:T http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/northern_ireland/7641637.stm My only worry is that it will take even longer to get a docs appointment with people wanting free medication rather than paying for an over the counter solution. I wonder if they will bring back the minor ailments facility in the chemists?
Getting a car back from mainland..non-runner
I bought a 1972 classic in Sheffield, it doesnt run, was quoted a quite a hefty figure to get it brought back, and its not that valuable!! Anyone know anyone taking a car over, empty trailer on way back or someone who does it for a reasonable rate? Thanks!
Beating NIEs Price Increase
I thought I would share this tip which sprung to mind while shopping in Tesco the other day. I bought a timer device for £3 which I am using to turn the power off on some of my electrical items when I am at work or during the night when I am asleep. I have attached it to the telephone and wireless router which turns them…
Broadband Speeds
Probaly a thread on this somewher. Apart from cable, anybody actually get the broadband speed they pay for. I've been with virgin (yeah I know, makes you sick) and supposed to be getting up to 8Mbps. What I actually get is .4Mbps midmorning and midafternoon, all other times, just over .1Mbps. Virgin started of by blaming…
Fry up in Belfast
I am staying in the Travelodge in Belfast in October on room only basis. Is there a cafe nearby that does a good, reasonably priced Ulster fry? Thanks
Are NIE sneaky?
Got the letter yesterday telling us about the new electric prices and the usual blurb about getting the 40 digit code to change the tariff automatically on 1st October. In the past any tariff changes have been effected by a 40 digit code on your first top up after the change on this occasion the code is being given out on…
Kids eat free on Sundays @ The House
http://www.thehousestranmillis.com/
The Stables or Pier 36?
Hi folks, Anyone been to both? I've been to Pier 36 in Donaghadee several times and it's always been great but thinking about The Stables in Groomsport for a change. Which would be better for non-fish eaters - only interested in steaks, chciken etc? Many thanks, PK
pensioner travelling to London
I managed to get my mum and her friend (both in their eighties) 1p flights to London going out in a weeks time. Unfortunately mum found out today she has to go in for an eye operation on Tuesday and won't be allowed to fly for 3 weeks . They've already paid £85 for theatre tickets so I'm wondering if anyone can recommend…
Herculite2/Casting Powder in Antrim/NI
Does anyone know where I can get Herculite 2 or fine casting powder in the Antrim area. I am looking for 25kg sacks. Thanks
wooden venetian blinds
Hi Does anyone know where i could get made to measure wooden venetian blinds at a reasonable price? Thanks
Made to measure curtains
I need new curtains for my bedroom and can't find ready mades to suit so I'm going down the made to measure route. We have 2 windows - 1 medium sized and 1 small and the quotes I'm getting are in the region of £630 all in :eek: which seems ridiculous. I got the quotes from a department store and small designer store. So…
Craft classes
Does anyone know of any NI craft/cardmaking classes?
NIE Powershift time difference!!!
Just got home and the lovely letter from NIE is here telling me about the 33.3% increase in electricity costs. Included with the letter is a leaflet with information about the pay-as-you-go meter I have. I always knew that the most expensive time was between 4pm and 7pm (as it says on the letter) BUT I did not know that…
PS3 bundles
anyone know who is doing the best/cheapest bundle on the ps3 ? im registered with nectar card so i can collect my points on a load of different shops online, more than I thought. Have searched throu loads of sites to get my son his xmas pressie -thats his lot this year cant afford nething else, am just wondering whether…

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