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ktache
Tends to be isopropanol.
Tends to be isopropanol.
It’s quite an effective solvent and not too harsh.
When needing to clean things at work, I have a ladder of solvent, water, 70% Ethanol, 100% Ethanol, Methanol, then Isopropanol and if is still not shifting the tops is Acetone, which is one of the most effective, but harsh and will disolve some plastics, the brittle sort are the most suceptible, clear polystrene being an example, which is the main makeup of stripettes and universals or bijoux.
Though from Methanol up it’s best to use in the fume hood.
I believe that the science would suggest that they are moving up in degree of polarity.
One of the more effective home cleaners, especially to get rid of the sticky from labels is lighter fuel, the non aerosol type used for rilling Zippo type petrol lighters. Stinks though.
ktache
Car tyres don’t seem to be a
Car tyres don’t seem to be a thin or as light as most of our bicycle ones.
Car tyres would seem to be able to resist our weak British thorns too, but for me, when not using my tubeless set up, they can be proper ride ruiners.
ktache
Have you tried using the
Have you tried using the reamer that is on your wolf tool extra special quick link pliers?
July 20, 2021 at 7:48 pm in reply to: Should helmets be compulsory – local media on Facebook #982279
ktache
I’m hoping it’s about
I’m hoping it’s about compulsory motoring helmets, which can of course be big and heavy enough to provide good protection.
I mean, if it saves just one life…
July 20, 2021 at 7:40 pm in reply to: Car crashes into building – please post your Local news stories #964331
ktache
I have noticed that on wet
I have noticed that on wet roads motorists often seem not to have slowed at all.
I always take at least a gear off, not push as hard, especially on corners and am even more careful when approaching junctions.
My cantilever brakes were very affected when water got onto the rims, and then there is a lack of adhesion with the tyre on tarmac, so meaning a faster lock up of the wheel when using disks.
July 17, 2021 at 3:25 pm in reply to: Police appeal after van passenger sprayed jogger with liquid near Wing #982227
ktache
Not just a jogger, off duty
Not just a jogger, off duty PCSO…
July 15, 2021 at 3:13 pm in reply to: Car crashes into building – please post your Local news stories #964299
ktache
Wow, accessed by level
Wow, accessed by level crossing maybe.
A big determination to get away there.
ktache
I have used them at work for
I have used them at work for both cleaning and resuspending sticky biologicals, they work great. One of the workshop blokes used to clean his golf clubs in it.
Good if you have a seperate room for using it, they can easily lead to headaches, the noise annoys.
Bit of an outlay, but it will cut down on the amount of cleaning products you use, get into the difficult to get in areas and reduce some of the elbow work.
ktache
Dave, you know it doesn’t
Dave, you know it doesn’t work like that…
I too have come across drivers blocking the road just to have a friendly chat, and taxi drivers blocking a cycle route to do the same.
ktache
Lots of water, tea in an
Lots of water, tea in an insulated stainless steel bottle, long ride cold can of coke in a can cozy.
Real food too, homemade brownies and flapjacks, and sandwiches. Jelly Babies for something to carry around “just in case”. Bananas in BananaGuards.
June 16, 2021 at 10:11 pm in reply to: Car crashes into building – please post your Local news stories #964219
ktache
Both stationary and fast
Both stationary and fast enough to be termed “runaway” and to smash a window?
June 14, 2021 at 10:08 pm in reply to: Car crashes into building – please post your Local news stories #964211
ktache
Not enough Hi Viz or warnings
Not enough Hi Viz or warnings?
Looks to have been a few hits on this one…

ktache
I use the one given to me
I use the one given to me free by Waitrose to collect the mud and general filth from the bike and my fettleing.
I sometimes catch myself reaing a bit, just because it’s there, and I have to stop myself…
June 11, 2021 at 7:03 pm in reply to: Know of someone who’s packed in UK road cycling due to safety concerns? #980877
ktache
I hope they throw the book at
I hope they throw the book at him (doubtful, but there is always hope, especially if you manage to get a keen member of HMs constablary AND member of the CPS)
I am glad you got to see the good side of humanity, shame it had to be from the effect of the bad.
Good luck in your recovery and getting back on “the horse”
ktache
I have had some difficulties
I have had some difficulties before, taken her to the LBS and they put the tool in their big vice, and used the frame to get the “mechanical advantage”.
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