Part no. wanted

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I must be getting soft, i have a big shed to work in but its so bloody cold. I take my hat off to those guys who are carrying out rebuilds and repairs on their driveways and by the kerb. Theres no point trying to heat it as its so big.
 
Speaking as one of those people who takes their Land Rover to bits at the side of the road, often in the middle of winter, personally I'd be much more impressed if I had a shed to work in. I wouldn't have to hide all my tools every time I wanted to go in for a pee or to refill my coffee cup. If I had a shed I think I'd be looking at one of those heaters that has a blower and runs on bottled gas or paraffin. It would be a bit expensive heating the place like that all the time, but giving it a blast of hot air once in a while to take the chill off the air would be nice.
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/cla...GS-010411004&gclid=COO84p3hv8oCFQEFwwodfd4BKg
or
https://www.machinemart.co.uk/p/devil-850-propane-fired-space-heater/
If you formulate the problem as one requiring a new piece of equipment or tools then things look a lot more attractive.
 
the diesel/ paraffin heaters are the best though the fumes get a bit strong after awhile,those gas ones guzzle fuel in my experience
 
mick the builder said:
Does anyone have the part no for enthusiasm? Ive lost mine and cannot carry on with my rebuild without it.
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I'm sure most of us go through enthusiasm up and downs. I know I do. I think some of it is down to putting ourselves under unrealistic expectations. A rebuild is a MASSIVE job, especially if it's your first one. Every day I get out there to do something I massively underestimate how long it is going to take me. Problems/difficulties always occur. Everything takes at least 4 times longer than I think. If I had a pound for every time I've been asked when I'm going to be finished I could have funded the job! It wears you down cos you know your not living up to their expectations as well as your own! Then there's the cold which slows you down and causes frustration and the mounting costs that you didn't guess correctly either.
I think you have to think about what you have taken on and be proud! The vast majority of people you pass in any street wouldn't even contemplate what you have taken on, never mind have the knowledge, skill and logistical capability to be able to do the project. It's difficult, but I find I have to try to ignore the time pressure, because I think it is largely self induced. During this cold, wet, dark time of year I'm focussing on trying to do small jobs, anything, because it means some progress is being made and that helps me stay more upbeat.
I hope these ramblings, about me, help! :oops:
Chin up mate, you are doing a great job. And, you will have achieved something quite unique when you've finished.
 
jamesmartin said:
the diesel/ paraffin heaters are the best though the fumes get a bit strong after awhile,those gas ones guzzle fuel in my experience
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Your quite right. I bought a cheap gas one from aldi and it really would only heat a domestic garage or shed.

Al2O3 said:
I'm sure most of us go through enthusiasm up and downs. I know I do. I think some of it is down to putting ourselves under unrealistic expectations. A rebuild is a MASSIVE job, especially if it's your first one. Every day I get out there to do something I massively underestimate how long it is going to take me. Problems/difficulties always occur. Everything takes at least 4 times longer than I think. If I had a pound for every time I've been asked when I'm going to be finished I could have funded the job! It wears you down cos you know your not living up to their expectations as well as your own! Then there's the cold which slows you down and causes frustration and the mounting costs that you didn't guess correctly either.
I think you have to think about what you have taken on and be proud! The vast majority of people you pass in any street wouldn't even contemplate what you have taken on, never mind have the knowledge, skill and logistical capability to be able to do the project. It's difficult, but I find I have to try to ignore the time pressure, because I think it is largely self induced. During this cold, wet, dark time of year I'm focussing on trying to do small jobs, anything, because it means some progress is being made and that helps me stay more upbeat.
I hope these ramblings, about me, help! :oops:
Chin up mate, you are doing a great job. And, you will have achieved something quite unique when you've finished.
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