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New headlamp getting out tool
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DSL
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New headlamp getting out tool

Headlamp sliders stiff as ever, with no grip on the slider bit, had a eureka moment. Now have a fantastic improvised tool to get the sliders lifted & lights out in a jiffy.

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And this genius bit of improvisation is the handle off a £1 B&Q bucket. Works a treat. Mr. Green

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beanie wrote:
Rolling Eyes I find a looped zip tie works fine, I get about 50 for £1 Whistle


Same here. It even moulds to the shape of the tab.  
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Boot lace knotted for me, dosn't do any damage Thumbs Up It can when others can't,
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M3DPO wrote:
Boot lace knotted for me, dosn't do any damage Thumbs Up


^^^^ That was my next thought until I had my flash of geniousness. Mr. Green Mr. Green

Charliecloud wrote:
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It has been known, but not under the bonnet. The load deck even got hoovered today. Thumbs Up

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Liking the kitchen roll mod Thumbs Up   
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One of the first things in the load lugga. Not my idea, as seen in CDS's car set up. Just got to find another bungee then bog rolls on the other side. Laughing Laughing   
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My solution

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It even stows neatly in the hole just behind the headlight shown in this photo.



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What's the red thing hanging up?   
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Fire extinguisher. Most excellent pos for when brewing up on the tailgate. Thumbs Up   
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