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cheb wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:19 pm Skin sensitisation, shortness of breath and the like when using it to top up cooling systems would be a reasonable guess.

He is in California though so the standards might be different.
And the 99% of humans who've not topped up a coolant system? How would they know.
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From drinking Austrian white wine?

Added: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Propylene_glycol

It's a food additive and used in e-cigarette liquids, and much more.
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weeksy wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:28 pm
cheb wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:19 pm Skin sensitisation, shortness of breath and the like when using it to top up cooling systems would be a reasonable guess.

He is in California though so the standards might be different.
And the 99% of humans who've not topped up a coolant system? How would they know.
It's used in various creams, ointments, medications etc. So if you'd had an allergic reaction to those. A bit like how some people are allergic to pink fabric plasters.
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singlesman wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:26 pm Bit of afternoon bonding with no.2 son fitting new bodywork and graphics to his race bike.
Dealer we bought them from wanted £50 to fit the graphics!!! Feckin’ charlatan!
Two hours and a lot of cursing later £50 looks like an absolute bargain.
Mx graphics like mx tyres are truly the work of the devil😂5B116EC2-8C0B-4AD5-AE9C-A41E6AF8178F.jpeg
Where did you get them?


I want some for my Husky as it's a bit bland.
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Try Hyena MX graphics
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Bought a cheap DA Polisher, had a go at the screen on the BRB, it's come out looking alright, but I've got polish all over everything in the garage. Might have used a bit too much water on the mop head and not followed the instructions to put the polisher on the item before pressing the button.

At least the screen doesn't have that yellow tinge anymore.
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Yorick, these ones came from an outfit called ‘Factory MX Graphics’, and seemed decent quality.
Think we’ve had 3 different sets from various suppliers and they’ve all been of similar quality.
Should have learned the lesson re- fitting them, and in fairness they’re a doddle on the flattish panels, unfortunately not many of those on a Crf!
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KungFooBob wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:55 pm I've got polish all over everything in the garage. ... and not followed the instructions to put the polisher on the item before pressing the button.
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A stream of consciousness download. Just putting thoughts in order.

I was sitting in the house on Sunday afternoon when I saw a police car stop outside and a female officer come to the front door. My first thought was I'd been spotted misbehaving on the bike the day before. Call it guilty conscience from long experience. ;)
It wasn't too long into the hours which followed,when I wished that's all it was.

My brother in law used to be an ordinance surveyor from back when they still went out into the field with a theodolite and drew maps. Even though he'd retired early 20 years ago,he still kept an interest in local features.

BIL's car had been reported parked by the side of the road close to a local beauty spot. The car had been there from the previous afternoon,so the alarm was raised and the police wanted to know if he had been in contact. He'd been spotted walking across fields armed with his usual maps and stuff,but hadn't returned.

The coastguard was launched and his body was found lying on rocks after a 60ft drop. We are all convinced in wasn't a suicide,just a terrible accident. He had grass on his hands from trying to save himself,but at least it would have been quick for him.

Alan was one of life's gentleman and a character to boot. He nursed a girlfriend through a terrible illness for over 20 years,when her own family wanted nothing to do with her. They even billed him for her funeral costs. (her family are undertakers) His generosity in this case and many others was boundless.

To say all of this is surreal is an understatement,all the family are in a total state of disbelief. I can't get my head around it. Informing other family members has been nothing short of traumatic.

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Aw bugger, that's horrible for you. Condolences.
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That's all sorts of rubbish. My Condolences.
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Sad news Skub.

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That's really hard to handle. I can't say anything that will help, but you have my sympathy.
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Really sorry to hear that Skub. Thinking of you and your family X
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weeksy wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:10 pm
How would we know the answer? I doubt I've ever tried it?
It's used in a metric boat load of medicines
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MrLongbeard wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 7:42 pm
weeksy wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 4:10 pm
How would we know the answer? I doubt I've ever tried it?
It's used in a metric boat load of medicines
But unless you know that in advance, which some do, how could you answer the question, that's my point. It's a random question really.

It's like saying "are you allergic to seahorses?" Well I've never bloody eaten one, so I have no clue.

Is this one of those times where if you have to explain yourself 300 times then it's kinda lost any point?

Oh, yes.
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Skub wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 6:09 pm A stream of consciousness download. Just putting thoughts in order.

I was sitting in the house on Sunday afternoon when I saw a police car stop outside and a female officer come to the front door. My first thought was I'd been spotted misbehaving on the bike the day before. Call it guilty conscience from long experience. ;)
It wasn't too long into the hours which followed,when I wished that's all it was.

My brother in law used to be an ordinance surveyor from back when they still went out into the field with a theodolite and drew maps. Even though he'd retired early 20 years ago,he still kept an interest in local features.

BIL's car had been reported parked by the side of the road close to a local beauty spot. The car had been there from the previous afternoon,so the alarm was raised and the police wanted to know if he had been in contact. He'd been spotted walking across fields armed with his usual maps and stuff,but hadn't returned.

The coastguard was launched and his body was found lying on rocks after a 60ft drop. We are all convinced in wasn't a suicide,just a terrible accident. He had grass on his hands from trying to save himself,but at least it would have been quick for him.

Alan was one of life's gentleman and a character to boot. He nursed a girlfriend through a terrible illness for over 20 years,when her own family wanted nothing to do with her. They even billed him for her funeral costs. (her family are undertakers) His generosity in this case and many others was boundless.

To say all of this is surreal is an understatement,all the family are in a total state of disbelief. I can't get my head around it. Informing other family members has been nothing short of traumatic.

Ride safe out there all you good people and enjoy every sandwich.
Damn mate, that's a tough one. Really sorry for your loss.
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Really sorry to hear that Skub.
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Skub wrote: Mon Apr 05, 2021 6:09 pm A stream of consciousness download. Just putting thoughts in order.

I was sitting in the house on Sunday afternoon when I saw a police car stop outside and a female officer come to the front door. My first thought was I'd been spotted misbehaving on the bike the day before. Call it guilty conscience from long experience. ;)
It wasn't too long into the hours which followed,when I wished that's all it was.

My brother in law used to be an ordinance surveyor from back when they still went out into the field with a theodolite and drew maps. Even though he'd retired early 20 years ago,he still kept an interest in local features.

BIL's car had been reported parked by the side of the road close to a local beauty spot. The car had been there from the previous afternoon,so the alarm was raised and the police wanted to know if he had been in contact. He'd been spotted walking across fields armed with his usual maps and stuff,but hadn't returned.

The coastguard was launched and his body was found lying on rocks after a 60ft drop. We are all convinced in wasn't a suicide,just a terrible accident. He had grass on his hands from trying to save himself,but at least it would have been quick for him.

Alan was one of life's gentleman and a character to boot. He nursed a girlfriend through a terrible illness for over 20 years,when her own family wanted nothing to do with her. They even billed him for her funeral costs. (her family are undertakers) His generosity in this case and many others was boundless.

To say all of this is surreal is an understatement,all the family are in a total state of disbelief. I can't get my head around it. Informing other family members has been nothing short of traumatic.

Ride safe out there all you good people and enjoy every sandwich.
So sorry. Hugs don't really help, but sending huge hugs to you. It's horrible having to call people and share the news

Alan sounds like an amazing man - RIP xx
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