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Forum: Daily banter 9th November 2021, 08:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,350
Posted By Ameiseuk
I agree with IT's earlier comments - a business...

I agree with IT's earlier comments - a business is here to make money. It costs me £200k/month to run a small forklift company here in Northern Ireland...and that is without a glitzy showroom.....but...
Forum: Daily banter 10th October 2021, 06:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,969
Posted By Ameiseuk
That I can do - let me know how high you need to...

That I can do - let me know how high you need to lift and location.
Forum: Daily banter 9th October 2021, 08:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,969
Posted By Ameiseuk
Anything on wheels is crazy money at the...

Anything on wheels is crazy money at the moment...with severe shortages in good used stock to sell.

I'm even running out of forklifts! :ROFL:
Forum: Motormouth 1st October 2021, 07:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 26,232
Posted By Ameiseuk
Spent some time working in and driving about...

Spent some time working in and driving about Germany in my late teens....in a two tone Toyota Tercel estate (remember those?!)...with the white steel rims too :ROFL:

I left sunny NI with a GB...
Forum: Daily banter 8th September 2021, 06:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,476
Posted By Ameiseuk
No tail swing on this trailer - more concerned...

No tail swing on this trailer - more concerned about catching it on speed bumps!
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 28th August 2021, 06:13 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 48,796
Posted By Ameiseuk
I can vouch for the JVC HAL3 antenna - it is a...

I can vouch for the JVC HAL3 antenna - it is a body mount one though.
I have one fitted to the campervan plugged in to my Xtrons unit - fantastic reception and pulls a signal where Mrs.H's C250...
Forum: Daily banter 28th August 2021, 06:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,163
Posted By Ameiseuk
It got a bit squirrelly at 3.33!

It got a bit squirrelly at 3.33!
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 26th August 2021, 06:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 48,796
Posted By Ameiseuk
Floating above vents does still look like an...

Floating above vents does still look like an aftermarket wide screen Nav unit somehow.

You will also have the expanse of dash acerage where the old D2 unit came from to cover up?

There could be...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 25th August 2021, 05:56 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 48,796
Posted By Ameiseuk
Have a poke about the XTRONS site - they make...

Have a poke about the XTRONS site - they make 'OEM' sized units for a lot of vehicles.

I installed one in the Crafter which has a Mercedes trapezoidal shape - slotted right in.

Did make the...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 24th August 2021, 06:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 48,796
Posted By Ameiseuk
.....Think I've just found the head unit for the...

.....Think I've just found the head unit for the mk2 campervan build (once late model Mercedes Sprinter prices return to 'normal service')...
Forum: Daily banter 1st August 2021, 06:19 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 63,688
Posted By Ameiseuk
Surprised there wasn't a bottle of the attached...

Surprised there wasn't a bottle of the attached in the glove box with the car :ROFL:
Forum: Daily banter 11th July 2021, 08:17 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 395,031
Posted By Ameiseuk
Got up close to a AN-124 at Belfast international...

Got up close to a AN-124 at Belfast international a few years back - they are semi regular visitors here taking aircraft parts out for Bombarider (now Spirit Aerosystems) and Collins Aerospace.
...
Forum: Daily banter 23rd June 2021, 06:39 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 30,873
Posted By Ameiseuk
....join the queue! :ROFL:

....join the queue! :ROFL:
Forum: Daily banter 23rd June 2021, 05:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,014
Posted By Ameiseuk
....and here was me chatting to a good friend in...

....and here was me chatting to a good friend in the Liverpool area about our ideal cars....both agreed on the RS6......especially your version.

I was almost tempted to send you a message along...
Forum: D3 - Interior Electrics 12th June 2021, 06:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 18,340
Posted By Ameiseuk
It all boils down to the surface area of lead in...

It all boils down to the surface area of lead in the cells - industrial cells (for electric forklifts) still use Ah as there is no cranking involved.

A battery/cell can look the same but have...
Forum: Daily banter 10th June 2021, 06:12 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 395,031
Posted By Ameiseuk
I'll try and find some of the pics from when the...

I'll try and find some of the pics from when the G8 was in NI in 2013 - I was able to take some pics while airside at the 'civilian' side of Belfast International Airport.

AF1 was a law unto...
Forum: Daily banter 10th June 2021, 06:03 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 395,031
Posted By Ameiseuk
'GRIM99' is posted on airborne command duties...

'GRIM99' is posted on airborne command duties just off Cornwall. It shadows AF1 when POTUS is on board.

Landed at Mildenhall last night around 2230

Interestingly enough there seems to be a fair...
Forum: Daily banter 26th May 2021, 06:05 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 51,616
Posted By Ameiseuk
Have you been to Lidl by chance? My dad handed me...

Have you been to Lidl by chance? My dad handed me a pack of green cable ties the other day...wondered where on earth I would use them?



If I had know that when rebuilding my S8 it would have...
Forum: D2 - Body and Exterior 26th May 2021, 05:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 11,016
Posted By Ameiseuk
Have a look on Ebay.com for the seller...

Have a look on Ebay.com for the seller 'ripplewear' - based in New England.
Makes blinds for camper vans etc and I'm sure she could make you something bespoke for the Audi.

I bought a full set of...
Forum: Daily banter 19th May 2021, 06:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,494
Posted By Ameiseuk
Ohhhhhhh, that looks nice! I think it would...

Ohhhhhhh, that looks nice!

I think it would make a nice upgrade to the Infiniti :)
Forum: Daily banter 9th May 2021, 08:09 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,286
Posted By Ameiseuk
...as with every insurance write off I have...

...as with every insurance write off I have bought over the years the car WILL cost you more than a good 'non write off' example.

That paint has got round the buttons for the rear seat heater...
Forum: Daily banter 8th May 2021, 06:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 22,092
Posted By Ameiseuk
I can only blame Skip Sudduth for my S8 ownership...

I can only blame Skip Sudduth for my S8 ownership (ok, that was a PF in green and I ended up with a FL in silver....)

Having realised I needed to own an S8, I drove several local examples for sale...
Forum: Daily banter 18th April 2021, 03:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,139
Posted By Ameiseuk
Is that not all dealership oiks? I've just...

Is that not all dealership oiks?

I've just given up after ringing the local Fiat stealership 3 days in a row to order front pads and discs for a Ducato van.
Local indy parts dealer had them...
Forum: Daily banter 16th April 2021, 03:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,271
Posted By Ameiseuk
What in all manner of non-originality is...

What in all manner of non-originality is that??????????

Remarkably non-local accent too....:ROFL:

It's the sort of bodge I would expect to see tearing up and down the streets of rural Northern...
Forum: Daily banter 21st March 2021, 06:37 AM
Replies: 400
Views: 9,663,647
Posted By Ameiseuk
....I'll get me popcorn!

....I'll get me popcorn!
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 11th March 2021, 10:35 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 8,260
Posted By Ameiseuk
If you get a UK buyer and need shipping, let me...

If you get a UK buyer and need shipping, let me know. I have a covered low loader in the UK every few weeks. GLWS
Forum: Daily banter 9th March 2021, 08:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,451
Posted By Ameiseuk
It would be rude not to.......

Deviating from my usual Xmas builds of Lego Technic cranes and forklifts....thought as homage to the S8's technical predecessor :love:

Also inspired by a couple of very tidy examples at a local...
Forum: Daily banter 3rd March 2021, 11:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 27,162
Posted By Ameiseuk
I used to be able to semi master the hardware...

I used to be able to semi master the hardware side of IT - now I get as far as CTRL+ALT+DEL

...or connecting to Teamviewer and let someone remotely fix the problem.

Was actually quite chuffed...
Forum: Daily banter 2nd March 2021, 10:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 99,206
Posted By Ameiseuk
So sad. RIP

So sad. RIP
Forum: D2 - Lights 25th February 2021, 06:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 18,734
Posted By Ameiseuk
Fog lights do have a reflector (or reflective...

Fog lights do have a reflector (or reflective material) on the inside of the housing.

2 possible solutions -

1.. Purchase UK RHD foglamp housing from our forum sponsors. Hopefully this will...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 9th February 2021, 06:48 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 164,933
Posted By Ameiseuk
....just thinking the same thing!

....just thinking the same thing!
Forum: A8 / S8 Generic Posts 1st February 2021, 07:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 28,936
Posted By Ameiseuk
...it does have the drop/fold down rear headrests...

...it does have the drop/fold down rear headrests though :love:
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 30th January 2021, 10:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 38,116
Posted By Ameiseuk
If anyone buys it in the UK, I can ship it over...

If anyone buys it in the UK, I can ship it over on our covered low loader
Forum: Daily banter 27th January 2021, 10:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,336
Posted By Ameiseuk
Ironically sold a forklift today to Linamar...

Ironically sold a forklift today to Linamar (Montupet) who occupy the old Delorean site in Dunmurry - they make automotive aluminum castings for JLR/PSA group.

Moving forward they are going to...
Forum: D2 - Everything else 23rd January 2021, 08:30 AM
Replies: 256
Views: 164,933
Posted By Ameiseuk
The 'nuke from orbit' gif has just been...

The 'nuke from orbit' gif has just been saved.....using that one in work on Monday to a customer not far from Sean.......sorry if there is any fallout issues in the area :(
Forum: D2 - Everything else 19th January 2021, 10:47 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 164,933
Posted By Ameiseuk
That's 2 bottles ordered on Amazon now! :D

That's 2 bottles ordered on Amazon now! :D
Forum: Daily banter 17th January 2021, 11:01 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 395,031
Posted By Ameiseuk
I live under the flight path to Belfast...

I live under the flight path to Belfast International....never going to win prizes for the busiest airport in the UK...by a long shot!
However it is surreal how quiet that has even become of late....
Forum: D2 - Everything else 11th January 2021, 08:27 PM
Replies: 256
Views: 164,933
Posted By Ameiseuk
Unfortunately there are people who call...

Unfortunately there are people who call themselves mechanics....I see it all too often in the glorious world of forklifts.

I've had to sack 'engineers' over the years for repairing machines in a...
Forum: D2 - Interior 3rd January 2021, 06:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,503
Posted By Ameiseuk
Did exactly that - entered the Polish 'FOTEL VW...

Did exactly that - entered the Polish 'FOTEL VW CRAFTER' and the 3rd result was exactly what I was looking for (going by the pics anyway).

We have a polish guy working on a machine for us at the...
Forum: D2 - Interior 2nd January 2021, 08:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 9,503
Posted By Ameiseuk
Is there an english language version of this...

Is there an english language version of this site?

I've just found a part for my campervan in 2 mins - have been looking on Ebay for months!

....sorry for the thread hijack!
Forum: Daily banter 9th December 2020, 06:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 20,620
Posted By Ameiseuk
Mains electricity is a costly 'fuel' to make, and...

Mains electricity is a costly 'fuel' to make, and equally as dangerous as Hydrogen....Chernobyl? Three Mile Island?

I'm currently involved in the project of ripping out a 'brand new' dual fuel...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 6th December 2020, 03:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,771
Posted By Ameiseuk
Coming from a panel van with 2 rubbish OEM...

Coming from a panel van with 2 rubbish OEM speakers in the doors anything is an improvement!

I upgraded the door speakers to a JBL component set with tweeters atop the dash, 2x JBL component sets...
Forum: Daily banter 6th December 2020, 09:29 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 20,620
Posted By Ameiseuk
one word....Hydrogen Lithium Ion is the...

one word....Hydrogen

Lithium Ion is the current 'buzz word' in battery technology....everyone has jumped on the band wagon however it is as much of a 'dirty fuel' as diesel.

There is simply not...
Forum: D2 - Sat Nav, ICE, Audio & TV 29th November 2020, 07:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 14,771
Posted By Ameiseuk
I have a Panasonic under seat sub in the camper...

I have a Panasonic under seat sub in the camper van. Very tidy and easy to install (can work off speaker line output or phono/sub output from the head unit)

Wired remote gives you control from...
Forum: D2 - Engine Bay 18th November 2020, 07:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,940
Posted By Ameiseuk
+1 For SGS, use them all the time for struts in...

+1 For SGS, use them all the time for struts in work
Forum: D2 - Interior Electrics 30th October 2020, 03:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,134
Posted By Ameiseuk
Easily done. If Sean remembers, I acquired a...

Easily done. If Sean remembers, I acquired a clean fully functional D2 cluster from him.

Local car electronics repair company were able to lift all data incl immobiliser/key data/mileage from my...
Forum: Daily banter 10th October 2020, 06:19 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 13,139
Posted By Ameiseuk
Lynne's last Mini Countryman had all service data...

Lynne's last Mini Countryman had all service data on the ignition key.
We were always told to bring both keys to a service to update them incase the regular key was lost.

Replacement Merc has a...
Forum: Daily banter 18th September 2020, 05:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,364
Posted By Ameiseuk
Moke

Watch any Bond movie from the early '80's and the baddies lair was normally littered with Mini Mokes....probably a pile of them still lying abandoned at Pinewood studios.
Forum: For Sale and Wanted - Cars 18th September 2020, 05:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 26,108
Posted By Ameiseuk
What in the.....

It's this one that gets me.....

What is all that on the dash?

Looks like it's either been a stormchasers car....or someone has gone nuts at the bargain bin in their local Halfords :ROFL:
...
Forum: Daily banter 5th May 2020, 10:29 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 395,031
Posted By Ameiseuk
Funny enough, I'm sitting in my study looking out...

Funny enough, I'm sitting in my study looking out at what should be the final turn to line up for landing at Belfast International (BFS/EGAA)
Total lack of aircraft at the moment, the evening should...
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