The grumpy thread

[dollywobbler]

This is ALL about gun control. It sounds like this bloke was a proper nutjob, but he was easily able to buy several guns over the course of a few days. He wasn't evil, he was not right in the head, yet it was no harder for him to buy a gun than a sandwich.

 

To try and turn it into an Islam issue is nonsensical and Trump just repeatedly goes beyond parody. A ban on Muslims entering the US would have done nothing to stop this, seeing as the chap was born in New York. 

[HillmanImp]

A ban on Muslims entering the US would have done nothing to stop this, seeing as the chap was born in New York. 

 

Thats the worrying thing. If he wants rid of them will he deport them all or take more drastic measures?

[xtriple]

Just been to te vets wiv the mutt and they relieved me of another £140. They 'insist' that she be seen by a vet every six months to check her meds. All well and good that they are keeping an eye on her I suppose, but, the vet just talked to me, never checked the dog at all and just gave her a repeat prescription (filled there always) and we went again. I get the feeling that these people are just using me/other owners as 'cash cows' as they know we want our pets looked after.

 

Got home and while I was trying to get a pill down Phoebes throat, Chester snuck up behind me and pinched all the chewies I'd just bought and buggered off with them - Phoebe was so annoyed she bit me!

 

 

 

Accidentally it must be said but it still bloody hurt!

[Lacquer Peel]

 

 

This is ALL about gun control. It sounds like this bloke was a proper nutjob, but he was easily able to buy several guns over the course of a few days. He wasn't evil, he was not right in the head, yet it was no harder for him to buy a gun than a sandwich.

 

To try and turn it into an Islam issue is nonsensical and Trump just repeatedly goes beyond parody. A ban on Muslims entering the US would have done nothing to stop this, seeing as the chap was born in New York.

 

Ban Americans from America.

[Guest Hooli]

 

Ban Americans from America.

 

It's all the damn immigrants who need expelling, didn't have terrorism when it was just the natives.

[Guest Hooli]

Yes there is, but despite my hatred for the game I find myself for the first time ever taking part in a work sweepstake, and the names and teams were drawn at random. It transpires that I am supporting Sweden in this tournament...&I don't own a Volvo or a Saab.

 

Same here.

[cms206]

Another insurance grump...

My car insurance is up for renewal. Phoned to accept a quote and was told that the insurer had to check my claims history. I only have one years no claims on the 406 due to only having classic insurance until recently and had declared no at-fault accidents in the last five years which wasn't a lie. The insurer comes back and says my claims history states I was at fault for an accident in February 2015 (before my last insurance renewal in June 2015) in a coach at work where a woman drove into the side of me. As the claim was still open it could still be counted as a fault claim meaning it counts against my OWN claims history, and as such my £550 quote was more or less tripled. I didn't make the claim, nor did the company as our vehicle was more or less undamaged and was back on the road that afternoon. According to the insurance company in question, all accidents - be they in a company vehicle, a hire van/car/truck or your own car, no matter who the policy holder is, must be declared for anal pillaging purposes.

Phoned my gaffer who has graciously lent me our 07-plate Astravan to get around in for the time being as I am now without insurance and he is onto our broker whose own words were "What the fuck are they wittering on about?". Now awaiting a call back from our commercial broker to see if anything can be done.

Looks like my Shitefest transport may well be a 210k mile Astravan. Joy.

[Supernaut]

he is onto our broker whose own words were "What the fuck are they wittering on about?".

That's brilliant. I wish all insurance brokers were at least half as honest.

[Brodders]

200 cahs 2nt bruv

 

 

Seems like a fair deal.

[bub2006]

Starting to miss having a van. The storage alone in the back was worth it. Never having hassle of dropping seats,roof rack for larger loads. Feeling a bit grumpy over it.

[dollywobbler]

Starting to miss having a van. The storage alone in the back was worth it. Never having hassle of dropping seats,roof rack for larger loads. Feeling a bit grumpy over it.

 

Could be worse. You could have replaced a van-sized car with a RAV4...

[bub2006]

That's true. The xantia is large enough but I've been messed around by someone regarding roof bars and the van was handy for shite storing and the high roof was a boon.

[Lacquer Peel]

 

✓Sorted

[bub2006]

Ooooooooo. I would be a bit better off if I could get roof bars but I'm pissed off with being taken for a mug over them!

[Lacquer Peel]

What happened with the roof bars?

[bub2006]

I was tired of chasing them. A chap had some then evwrytime I tried to arrange collection I was met with excuses. Had car since April 16th. Been chasing them since about 4 days later and all through may.

[Cavcraft]

I know not all Americans are like that (I have American in-laws) but the country does seem really fucked up at times. As a nation some of whose politicians have been quick to call Russia and communists 'cranks' they have an extraordinarily amount of nutters roaming round blowing holes in people.

I don't think you'll ever stop them having guns, they seem to repel against being told they can't as it's some 'God given right' or something. That's your problem right there and it seems no amount of innocent kids, office workers, schools and random groups of people will always be targeted by some lunatic at some point. 

[chaseracer]

That's brilliant. I wish all insurance brokers were at least half as honest.

 

Mine is.  Similar choice of vernacular too, on the quiet.  Fiveways Insurance, Stafford.

 

Recommended.

[xtriple]

The dollop is off for another 'spa day' tomorrow in an attempt to get to the cause of its 'non-starting' episodes. I have been pre-warned that removing/refitting the starter is 5 hours labour!

 

£100 per hour as well. What a ball ache. What with this car and the dog it's no wonder I can't afford anywhere decent to live!

[purplebargeken]

Rain! Just FRO!

[trigger]

I'm the best man at my mates wedding in less than two weeks and I'm currently trying to write my best man speech, I'm not the greatest at writing at the best of times but I'm really struggling with this, even after copying most of the other speeches on line I'm finding it hard to add any individuality to the speech regarding my mate.

 

I'm dreading this as I'm not exactly the most confederate of speakers in front of a crowd either with my speech impediment! 

[xtriple]

Oh yeah, forgot... When I tried to get the car out of the garage, there was a taxi (van with windows type thing) parked opposite the garages. Odd in itself as it's a very posh road and there are no house access points there at all. I requested him to move it a little bit and he blanked me completely. When there was three tons of bright green heap about an inch from his passenger door, he finally got the message that I really could not get that car out of that garage without him shifting his arse.

 

All manoeuvring done, I went and said 'thank you' and he again just blanked me and sort of 'snorted' at me. I considered calling him a few choice names for being such an ignorant fat ugly fecker but decided to simply smile sweetly and hobble away.

[Cavcraft]

Found out why the handling was 'interesting' in my Corsa Combo van: one front tyre has about an 11th of a psi in it, the other is a different size. I know I'll fit the spare, except that has ballooned over to one side and it'd probably be safer to clean my pubes with Genklene and a rusty wire brush.

[vulgalour]

"This is my mate, Dave.  He's now married.  Congratulations, Dave."

 

Why must people make such a fuss about best man speeches?

[DeeJay]

 clean my pubes with Genklene and a rusty wire brush.

 

Pics or it didn't happen

[DeeJay]

I'm the best man at my mates wedding in less than two weeks and I'm currently trying to write my best man speech, I'm not the greatest at writing at the best of times but I'm really struggling with this, even after copying most of the other speeches on line I'm finding it hard to add any individuality to the speech regarding my mate.

 

I'm dreading this as I'm not exactly the most confederate of speakers in front of a crowd either with my speech impediment! 

 

This is the condemned man, his life is over, congratulations.

[chaseracer]

I'm the best man at my mates wedding in less than two weeks and I'm currently trying to write my best man speech, I'm not the greatest at writing at the best of times but I'm really struggling with this, even after copying most of the other speeches on line I'm finding it hard to add any individuality to the speech regarding my mate.

 

I'm dreading this as I'm not exactly the most confederate of speakers in front of a crowd either with my speech impediment! 

 

I have done a little* bit* of public speaking in my time, so here goes...

 

 

Don't write it all out on sheets of A4, then read it at the gig - it will sound like you've... well, written it all out and are reading it.

 

Make a list (not too long) of events in the groom's life that will resonate with the audience and amuse them; you are, after all, the light relief!  You should aim to embarrass him a bit, but not to the point that he's got too much explaining to do to the new missus.  

 

Write each point on a separate blank postcard (A5-size).  Why card?  Much quieter than paper, fits in the inside pocket of your morning coat, less affected by sweaty hands!

 

Work out what you want to say about each point/event.  If necessary, write this out separately.  When you're happy with this (you may need several drafts) write basic words/phrases on the relevant card as an aide-memoire.  Number each card and keep them in order.

 

Practise beforehand.  Be familiar with what you want to say, and it will come to you much more naturally on the day.  Knowing your material will help your confidence and your performance.

 

Speak up, but don't shout.  If there's a microphone, don't get too close to it.  A mike on a stand is better than one you have to hold.  

 

Look up at the audience as much as possible; this includes them in your speech, they'll be able to hear you much better, and you can gauge their reaction.  Have a glass of water to hand.  WATER, MICHAEL! 

 

Don't forget to compliment and toast the bride's mum and the bridesmaids.

 

Most importantly, ENJOY!

[mercrocker]

That's great advice, above.   

 

Also one other useful tip I got given when in a similar position - Slow it down.  A laconic delivery is better than a gabble.   Especially if you fuck up (and you may well do, just carry on regardless...) 

 

Never forget, you ain't been paid for this so nobody expects a professional.   

[trigger]

To be fair to do panic and gabble a lot! Cheers for the advice CR, I keep reading what I written so far and then deleting bits as it's so cheesy with the common internet jokes!

[DodgyBastard]

Peugeot 305 Sr D-turbo by srblythe, on Flickr

 

After sitting idle for a couple of months I thought I'd have a bash at getting the dash lights working, previously the only one that worked was the glow plug light. I took the instrument cluster out and removed every bulb then wire brushed and sanded every contact point before fitting it all back together.

Nothing works apart from the glow plug light and now the wipers don't work either. I'm seriously considering removing the good bits and the engine and fitting them to the 305 estate.