Shane
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Here's our new groundie, He is a very pleasant Frenchman with a massive moustache
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A lot of customers just don't think to offer the use of their facilities, and many of us would probably decline because we are covered in mud and woodchip and don't want to leave a mess. There are also jobs where the customer is not in. I suspect most would not be surprised at what goes on in the garden, but sure they would rather not see it hence the question. The back of the tipper is a lot darker than you think. But only if you have a roof on it. We try to use that. If you have tool boxes with opening doors you can make a 'cubicle' by opening a front door of the van and a toolbox door. Then yuo can use a bottle while pretending to get something out of the cab.
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I recon that would hold a good 750 litres of chips. Bargain for £50k - and you can cack yourself every time you drive near a hawthorn or when your goundie drops a log in the back. pah!
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If its already here in the UK how come the piccies are only Aussie ones? Think I'll give it a miss.
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Our local Toby carveries have started doing all you can eat brekkies for £3.99 Highly recommended, though not too often. they do bacon, egg (fried and scrambled) sausages, tomatoes, beans, mushrooms and yorshire puds and gravy.... plus toast. You can go back as many times as you like. Down side is when you look at some of the lardies in there and realise what's happening to all the customers.
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The perspective is all wrong
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This reminds me of the customer with a tricky tree who asks you when you are quoting - 'How exactly will you do it'? And you can see them making a mental note of everything you say - then they try to do it themselves. Then a week later you get a call 'Hi, err would you like to come and finish the job off, we got a 'friend' in and he ran into difficulties' It's the customer who is spending (or not) so he chooses, NOT the expert.
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PS I used to be an astronaut, but when the Yorkshire Space Program budget was cut I bought a chainsaw and set up in Sussex (I didn't want to compete locally).
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Now this thread is getting silly! There must come a point in a thread where people have nothing to add, or their views differ wildly. You may get all sort of comments but that's what makes the forum fun. Don't take it personally, everyone has opinions, some may differ from yours, some will sound a bit sarcastic, some aggressive, some arrogant. Dare I say it there are some witty buggers on here who will post wind-ups. Go with the flow, if you ever meet some of these people they are mostly very pleasant. Enjoy the banter -don't let it annoy you.
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It's hard to say without all the facts but you need to remember that guys like me who run our own company get any number of calls, emails, texty things every week from folk who have got CS30/31 38/39 or whatever. I've never had anyone contact me who didn't say they are hard working, punctual, keen, etc. I guess thats what the colleges tell them to say. You need to tell employers why YOU are different. Give some good examples of where you have gone the extra mile (not just the extra inch). A lot of people on here have had to graft incredibly hard for what they have - you just need to be aware of the level of competition. Its down to your own circumstances (Flexibility, desire, attitudes, domestic situation) what you do next but it's in your hands ultimately. Work to make your own good luck Maybe a reference to the 'Silky saves the day' thread is needed here.
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Anyone on here built the Stonehenge style ring Swanage way?
Shane replied to Rob D's topic in Panther Mill UK
I think this confirms that TVI is not of this planet. A plausible explanation though:thumbup: -
Made me laugh - every bit helps. just think what your Father would have thought of that too! Condolences on your loss, congratulations on your openness and humour.
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Yes, different sizes and different colours. The only point is that we cannot send them as you will need to have some observational training before you use them. Just watch the locals demonstrate the manouverablity. No doubt you will all want one, but don't rush there are plenty. You may have even seen our aquatic option - many have been extensively tested by youngsters, even in the dark. Just visit your local canal.
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I now have a full distribution network set up! Just send me £150.00 then go and collect the trolley of your choice from your nearest supermarket. There is an additional £1.00 release fee. If at any point you are not happy with your trolley, just take it back and chose a replacement.
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No way - I can always get £1.00 back when I take it back to Tesco.
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As title says, no need for that cheapo Stein stuff anymore. Having edged past a dumped fridge, tiptoed round masses of canine expulsions we found, and used, the ultimate arb tool.
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PS I would not advocate the consumption of alcohol while working at heights or with machinery.
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If Stephen Fry and the BBC researchers are to be believed, the alcohol consumers (wasn't that politely worded) among us do not need to worry. Apparently while pure alcohol does have a dehydration effect the volume of fluid in the drink more than makes up for it. Therefore alcoholic beverages do not dehydrate you. They may cause ugly people of the opposite sex to appear attractive or lead you into deep conversation with the local constabulary or even lead to 'following morning regret' syndrome but hey ---- live and enjoy!
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I'm off to watch the young mums topless pogo race on Worthing seafront this evening.
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So where are the piccies, John? Or should we all send them in on this thread? Obviously open to all race, creed, sex etc. to maintain political correctness.
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Do we presume the laws the other side of the Channel are different?
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Whats the current state of the industry workwise?
Shane replied to Steve Bullman's topic in General chat
Busy here in Sussex - can't recall a day off due to no work. -
Just been told David Beckham was around these parts yesterday
Shane replied to mendiplogs's topic in The Lounge
Wherever there's a crowd, Beckham will seek publicity. Most over-rated self-publicising celeb tw t on the planet. How do pillocks like him get in the news when there's so much 'real' stuff going on. Mind you, I don't think he likes me either. -
Another vote for fiddle block to get the tension, If you need to get too elaborate with mechanical anchors into the ground at may be better to just lower the stuff. I find a groundie hammered into the ground can be the most flexible method.
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Advice for Germany... Stop converting those bloody penalties.
