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Today, 01:13 PM

Tristan replied to a thread So I'm thinking I'd like to learn German.. in Motorway Services

Concentrated awesome

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Today, 12:14 PM

Tristan replied to a thread So I'm thinking I'd like to learn German.. in Motorway Services

For work, and social tbh Mark. A lot of our suppliers are German, plus the comfort of visiting the Ring etc and having the lingo

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Today, 11:56 AM

Tristan replied to a thread So I'm thinking I'd like to learn German.. in Motorway Services

Ideally one of those busty Oktoberfest buuurds?

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Today, 11:55 AM

Tristan replied to a thread So I'm thinking I'd like to learn German.. in Motorway Services

Are there viable non alco versions?

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Today, 10:41 AM

Tristan started a thread So I'm thinking I'd like to learn German.. in Motorway Services

For someone old enough to remember the cassette tapes (!) that you listened to, to learn a language, what are the best ways to do it now?...

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Yesterday, 05:43 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Mobile Phone Boosters in Bits and Bytes

As above, I find myself using WhatsApp or Signal voice calling now more often than cellular calls, in the house. Even when out of the house quite...

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Yesterday, 01:45 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Introduction Thread in R-Roads

What's the craic?

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28-02-2021, 11:16 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Garage doors in The Shed

Depends where you are from. I've used Martin Ryan Garage Doors outside Nenagh for 6, from domestic panels to industrial roller, and I wouldn't even...

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26-02-2021, 10:34 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Budget camper build in The Shed

How's your build going, Dan? Send my regards to H.

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23-02-2021, 12:30 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Gordon Murray's F1 successor in R-Roads

Are you discounting the "Big Mac" SLR? He was heavily involved with that.

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23-02-2021, 12:27 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Gordon Murray's F1 successor in R-Roads

But he does do other stuff, like design and engineering concepts for other car companies. The money has to come from somewhere.

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22-02-2021, 08:18 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Gordon Murray's F1 successor in R-Roads

Isn't it fcukin awesome. 850kg!!

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22-02-2021, 01:23 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Budget camper build in The Shed

You could go for a diesel heater, and a 12v compressor fridge.

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22-02-2021, 11:17 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Budget camper build in The Shed

I work almost solely on campers and motorhomes for a living, and an RGI, so if you're looking for advice I might be able to help. Sadly most SQIs...

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22-02-2021, 10:14 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Anyone buy an Audi Sport quattro S1 E2? in R-Roads

2 hour starting procedure sounds a bit odd, I've a couple of friends with them, and they'd have started them, warmed them up and be back in off the...

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20-02-2021, 09:42 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Wireless headphone users... sony wh910n? in Bits and Bytes

The constant mention of the heavy Bass on those was actually something that didn't appeal to me, as I listen to more podcasts than music. Unless...

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19-02-2021, 12:39 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Wireless headphone users... sony wh910n? in Bits and Bytes

Thanks, exactly what I was looking for. I don't want to drop megabucks on them either, the mx1000 are just a bit pricey for something I'll be...

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19-02-2021, 12:37 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Wireless headphone users... sony wh910n? in Bits and Bytes

Couldn't see headphones on the site? I don't like earbuds tbh.

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19-02-2021, 12:52 AM

Tristan started a thread Wireless headphone users... sony wh910n? in Bits and Bytes

I bought some cheap JBL wireless headphones 1i months ago to see if I'd like them, and they've proven to be invaluable to me. I'm a bit of a Sony...

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17-02-2021, 05:01 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Torque Wrenches. in R-Roads

"Hello Tristan, We can calibrate torque wrenches up to maximum of 500Nm, cost is €75.00 plus VAT Regards, Colin

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17-02-2021, 03:12 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Torque Wrenches. in R-Roads

"Hi Tristan, Thanks for you enquiry. The cost of an Accredited calibration on all torque wrenches up to 1000Nm is €150 each + vat." I...

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17-02-2021, 12:14 AM

Tristan replied to a thread Buy it for life in R-Roads

My mk2 GTI. Just starting to get nicely ran in at 200+ thousand miles. Cheap to run, cheap to fix, cheap to improve, and in an ever increasing...

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16-02-2021, 03:12 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Yaris GR and GR4 in R-Roads

Why 70kg, Fitz?

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16-02-2021, 03:11 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Electric Radiators in Motorway Services

Yep. Same with anything like that in a house, I hate the idea of devices listening to me.

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16-02-2021, 01:23 PM

Tristan replied to a thread My New Fiat 128 3p SS in Classic Cars

Lovely car, we used to have a white one. Though I do love the little red 128 sport we have now.

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16-02-2021, 12:59 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Electric Radiators in Motorway Services

Actually, anyone using infra red heaters?

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16-02-2021, 12:58 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Electric Radiators in Motorway Services

I have one a few years in the carport/attached garage. I never measured the temperature, but it was plenty good enough to keep a reasonable ambient...

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15-02-2021, 12:32 AM

Tristan replied to a thread BMW E90 332i race car build. in The Shed

Sweet. I'd love to hear a comparison of Nitron vs something like Bilstein, on the same car. If they're good enough for Tom Schirmer they have to be...

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12-02-2021, 01:54 PM

Tristan replied to a thread F1 2021 in The Paddock

The aero is supposed to be simplified too isn't it?

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11-02-2021, 07:23 PM

Tristan replied to a thread Hot Wash in The Shed

Karcher in general are great, using a Karcher steam cleaner/pressure washer for years. Good backup and aftersales too. Crowley Chemicals do a lot...

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