Fishing Boats: 2010

Sunday, August 8, 2010

Selling on Ebay, Working From Home

This Guide has lots of tips on how to get started selling on Ebay.It's NOT aimed at peoplewho want to buy pallets of Mobile Phones or Laptops and make a million in a week - there are plenty of e-books to tell you about that ( and for only ONE PENNY!!)

So youve bought some bargains from Ebay and can find your way round. You understand how Feedback works, you have a Paypal account and youve started looking round your house speculatively, wondering what you could sell to make a profit. It suits you to earn a little money working from home, you need the flexibility and have a bit of space. You are ready to start learning how to become a Seller!

disable some updates and authentication Windows XP !!!

The xp-AntiSpy is a little utility that lets you disable some built-in update and authentication 'features' in WindowsXP.

For example, there's a service running in the background which is called 'Automatic Updates'. I don't know what this service transfers from my machine to other machines on the internet, especially the MS ones. So I play it safe and disable such functions. If you like, you can even disable these functions manually, by going through the System and checking or unchecking some checkboxes. This will take you approximately half an hour. But why wast time when a little neat utility can do the same in 1 minute? This utility was successfully tested by lots of users, and was found to disable all the known 'Suspicious' Functions in WindowsXP. It's customiseable, but comes up with the Default settings, which are recommended.

Find and Download this file at Google the Name is : XP AntiSpy

Peter

MDA II

Find on Google a tool name is xda2unlock

Download and run xda2unlock

WOrks !!!

Peter-Cornwall

Backup all data on your MDA

You enter the bootloader by holding the Power button and the Action button (th ecenter of the rocker direction switch) while pressing the stylus in the reset hole on the bottom.

In the bootloader mode, the display will be gray and say "Serial" at the top.

Next put the device in the USB cradle. The display will now say USB. The first time you do this, Windows will detect a new device.

Disable USB in Activesync in 'File' -

4 Simple steps to choosing the right size for T-shirts

If you are reading this you probably been looking around for nice t-shirts
on eBay. If you look carefully the listings usually lists out the sizes of the
t-shirts but how do you know what size fits you best? I'll tell you how in 4
simple steps.

There are different standards of clothing standards in the world and it's not
always accurate to assume the size fits just by looking at the simple description.
There are UK, US and Asian sizes. Some sizes comes in numbers like Size 10 girls
or Size 12 men and some comes in the form of alphabets like S, M, L, XL etc.
Some manufacturer doesn't really follow standard sizes. Some comes in Free size
which really could be anything from S to XL sizes.

So how do you find your right size in this confusion? The below 3 simple steps
will help you once and for all.

Step 1: Know your size
Choose you best fitting t-shirt from your wardrobe and measure it from armpit
to armpit. Chest size is the double of the armpit to armpit measurement. This
way you know exactly your size in inches or centimeters.

Step 2: Find your design
This is the easy part. Just find your favourite design in eBay.

Step 3: Compare the size
Reputable usually has actual measurements in their listings to help out confused
buyers.

Step 4: Buy it!
Yup once you find the correct size and design you are done!

See? i told you it's simple..... If you like this guide please vote for me
and feel free to look around my
eBay store for rare and unique t-shirts.

Bluetooth headsets - Innovation not always better!

With this brief review about Bluetooth mobile phone headsets, I would like to invite you to take a moment and read this so that I may point out to you why an innovative idea does not necessarily mean it will enhance your life in every way. Whereas there is no doubt that Bluetooth being innovative in many of its aspects, I would like to take a moment and clear up why this can not be said about mobile phone Bluetooth headsets.Does it sound familiar to you; You are on a call with another person and you can not understand a word that is spoken? You keep asking the other one to repeat every spoken word until your frustration reaches boiling point and you beg the person on the other side of the line to switch off their Bluetooth headset, but their pride of having purchased a new Bluetooth headset encourages them to keep using this innovative piece of technology.As innovative as Bluetooth technology may be, it actually is more of a hindrance for mobile phone voice communication. Have we not all experienced the above conversation and have either asked the person on the other end to switch their Bluetooth Headset off, or have we been the person that tried to convince the receiving one that even though you are talking to them through your Bluetooth Headset, they should be able to understand you clearly and if they can not, it is not because of your headset? At different times, I have been both.If you can, communicate with your friends, family and especially business partners by actually holding the mobile phone to your ear and mouth. Yes, I am talking about the way that used to be most normal to makemobile, or for that matter, telephone conversations with.What's the advantage? You will not look like a fool walking down the street, appearing to be talking to yourself and whats more, the person on the other end of the phone can actually understand what you are saying!It is surprising that Bluetooth has gained that many followers amongst the mobile phone voice communication industry, considering what a disadvantage this technology actually brings to communicating with each other. Any manual attached mouthpiece/microphone delivers better if not perfect quality conversation than Bluetooth Headsets. I have purchased a new phone a few months ago and got a free Earplug and Microphone with my new cell phone which you could easily attach to your phone by cable. Additionally I have purchased this cool and innovative Bluetooth headset - only to realize, the Bluetooth headset was such a waste of money for reasons stated above. The earplug and microphone that came for free with the phone, deliver much better service than any Bluetooth Headset I have ever tried. Innovative is not always better!

Over priced ear piercing studs

I have noticed several adverts selling 24k gold plated ear piercing studs on buy it nowthat are vastly over priced!

One advert is selling 2 dozen pairs of 24k plated studs in packets on a buy it now price of 49.99! These studs are available from caflon (the ear piercing specialists) for 6.50 per dozen.

Just because it is on ebay it doesnt mean that it is a bargain, type in caflon or studex on google and you will find many more studs from reputable sellers at much lower prices.

FAKE FRANCE AWAY SHIRT 2006 / 2007

Most of the time every single France away shirt (2006 World Cup) on
eBay is fake; the differences are obvious once you receive a fake shirt
but from a photograph it's very difficult to tell the difference. The
thing to look for is the shape of the small red part under the collar;
on the authentic shirts this is always long and thin; on the fake
shirts it is much larger and shaped like a half circle. It's difficult
to explain so check out the image !

Post Costs

Post Cost Charges

Buyingitems from eBay can come down to post costs.

Awide range of post prices.

We must remember, we do have the option to ask the question before we bid.

Sometimes it can be worth asking and saving us money.

Do Not wait until webid

EAT ME BAITS GUIDE TO GOOD BOILIES

hi guys

Motorola replacement fascias from AwakingDragon

I'd bought a second hand Motorola V500 which worked fine but was scratched and dirty so I thought I'd get a replacement fascia. There were dozens to choose from and it looked so easy and impressive.Then I found a listing to help with the changeover process and thought I was flying!

WAS I WRONG!!!!

Don't buy these kits unless you're a real mobile phone buff. The instructions I bought from a seperate sellershowed me how to disassemble beautifully and then said...wait for it..." now do everything in reverse". What????

I'd bought from the same seller a desktop charger with spare battery. "That'll do me" I thought ( like Billy Connolly).

They'd sent the wrong charger and no cable. After a while I worked out that I had to use the wall charger cable but that didn't help as it didn't fit the phone.So I sent them an email.

WRONG!!!

I sent 3,yes three, emails which were ignored and I only got some response when in frustration I left neutral feedback. They emailed me asking to retract and assuring of their good intentions, only to follow up with another email saying that they'd refund me if I sent everything back at my own expense! To Singapore!

So my message is this...I'm sure there are some very good kits out there, so why aren't they in the UK? Because they're really junk and noone's going to go to the expense of sending stuff back in case they get no refund. Buyer beware!!!!

ALLOY WHEEL FITMENT GUIDE

i am writing this guide to hopefully help people who are thinking of changing their alloy wheels to atfermarket wheels.,

when i say aftermarket i mean a set that were not original on the car.

there is alot to be said for some sellers who will sell you any set of wheels and tyres just to get the sale.

make sure your new purchase (which isnt going to be the cheapest) is not a bad one.

there are a few points to this.

1st. always check our wheel fitment. this may sound silly but you need to know this so you can understand wether the wheels you are about to buy will fit.

an example of a wheel fitment guide would be here:

click on your make and model and you will see if it is a 5 stud pattern witha 100mm difference between the stud (PCD) so you know what to look for.

also another thing woth regards changing to bigger wheels. you really need to take care. if you are running a 185/65/15 tyre you need to get the correct calculation if you are going for 17" wheels to keep the rolling rotation of the gearbbox right.

an example can be found here:

if your standard wheels are a 185/65/15 the correct tyre size needed to go to 17" would be 215/45/17. take a look yourself and i hope this guide helps you alloy wheel buyers when making your choice.

How to Spot Fake GBA Advance Games

Let's be honest: we've all been interested in purchasing products for less than we normally should. We are a culture that has been raised on the prospect that wealth is good thus why pay for something for more than we should?

Many seem to think this is the case with GBA Advance game cartridges which are the most imitated video game accessory around. Typically, these cartridges originate from the Far East in the type of atmosphere one might find at Dongtai Road in Beijing.

Often, people buy the games knowing they are fake but doing so is not wise. The only way to stop the spread of counterfeit merchandise is through education and turning a blind eye to those who are providing illegal merchandise.

So how can you spot a fake GBA Advance game? There's no 100% way of knowing unless you have the game in your possession. That's not the case here on eBay but you can ask yourself the following questions in order to gauge if your money is going towards a replica game cartridge rather than an authentic one.

1. Where is the seller located?

Typically, bootlegged or counterfeit merchandise often comes from countries where such items are more universally accepted. Items from Taiwan or China must be looked at closely as these unauthorized items are available almost everywhere overseas. If you are viewing an item and the seller's location is a country where fakes are in demand, please look deeper into the listing in order not to get squeezed on buying something that is not authentic.

It's important to note thata fake video game can come from anywhere. As such, anyone could be in possession of one and trying to sell it regardless of their location.

2. How much is the game?

Typically, new games will fetch about20 retail. If a seller lists a brand new game for5 with3 shipping, chances are it's a reproduction. There's simply no way a seller (even one with a warehouse) could sell such an item for profit when that10 has eBay fees and shipping associated to it.

3. Does the seller make suspicious statements?

There's tons of qualifiers that could potentially lead one to believe a game is not authentic:

"Bought at estate sale/flea market", "99% new", "new and tested", "no original box/manual", "please ask all questions before bidding", "tested and resealed", etc.

Why would someone open a brand new product and 'test' it? It's brand new, it should work fine. I would advise anyone to shy away from any product where it has to be opened and tested.

eBay isthe best place for gaming on earth. Every single video game imaginable on every single platform is available here. Just make sure you safeguard yourself and educate yourself and your peers to understand what could be potentially violating so you don't end up with a product you didn't want and a counterfeiter with more cash in his pocket.

Be sure to report any suspicious items to eBay for review. Whatever you do, make sure you do your homework first and know what you are purchasing before you hit the button.

MOST HAUNTED LIVE 2006 Tickets

These tickets are not valid to be sold thru ebay or anywhere else. if you buy these tickets, you will not be allowed in, as they are non transferrable. anyone trying to charge you for these tickets is doing so fraudently as 1. they wont work and 2. they are free from SRO if you email them to ask for tickets. search for SRO most haunted live on the web, and you will find the page. if you have brought these tickets, sorry but you wont get in. the door staff will ask you for id to prove your email address and details. if you have brought tickets already, report the sale to ebay. leave feedback stating the mis-sale. it quite clearly states on the site and the tickets that they are non-transferrable so these sellers KNOW they cant do this.

Volvo VW D24

Be aware that Volvos with avariant of the VW D24engine have to have been well maintainedi.e. oil changeevery 5000 miles or less, and include a timing belt, idler

Write a guideTiming Your Auction Sales For Profit

There is the old saying that timing is everything and that couldnt be more true than selling with Ebay. In this case, were talking about strategic timing - and in particular two critical factors in selling through an auction. The first is the length of the auction, and the second is timing when the auction will end. Lets begin first with deciding how long an auction should run

Typically, the first step in an auction that many sellers forget is timing the end of the auction to coincide with key selling days on Ebay. Your starting day determines your ending day and that is something you need to take into consideration when posting your auction.

Experts agree that a seven day auction is best. The primary reason for the longer auction is to attract more attention and viewers to what you are selling. Some might argue that a shorter auction is more appropriate for todays short attention span buyer, but typically, a longer auction will gain more watchers and ultimately a higher selling price. In addition, a 7 day auction spans the entire week including the prime viewing weekend zone where traffic can increase dramatically. Typically, Sunday is considered the best day to end an auction followed closed by Saturday and then Friday. Most sellers also agree that ending an auction on a holiday is a bad idea.

Perhaps thought the most important timing factor of an auction is the actual time that is does end. You should shoot for auctions that end between 10 and midnight UK Time. Have you ever been up at 3 or 4 in the morning and seen all the auctions closing - this is a great time to get bargains because most people are in bed - but a terrible time to end your auction for the same reason. This time strategy makes it more difficult for sellers inthe Usato key their ending times toUk time zones, but is essential for receiving toppoundage on your auctions.

The Conclusion:

Start your 7 day auction on at 9 pmgmt time. This way the auction will go through the entire week cycle and end at the same time you started it. If you have a five day auction, start it on Tuesday at 9 pm and a 3 Day auction should start on Thursday night.

GHD PLATES - MY BEST INVESTMENT EVER

What is CrossFire ?

CrossFire ignites an entirely new gaming experience that works with all your games, all the time, with the power of multiple GPUs within a single PC.CrossFire is an exciting new technology developed by ATI that allows the power of multiple Graphics Processing Units to be combined in a single system.Key benefits include:

Ultimate Performance: Up to two times the frame rates of a single GPU.

Ultimate Image Quality: Up to twice the anti-aliasing quality of a single GPU, at full speed.

Ultimate Compatibility: Improves the experience in any 3D application.

Ultimate Flexibility: Simple upgrade for single GPU systems, driving single or multiple displays.

Unite and DominateCombined Multi-GPU power that soars into a new dimension of graphics capability

Divide and Conquer with ATI's SupertilingHigh-performance GPU sharing that works with all games, all the time

Render and RuleThe highest image quality and screen resolutions even with the most demanding 3D titles

Your Ultimate PC futureKeep ahead of fast-moving gaming effects and technology changes with CrossFire's advanced features.CrossFire - FeaturesATI's CrossFire propels your gaming PC to a new pinnacle of performance with the ultimate multi-GPU consumer graphics solution.Enjoy the highest image quality modes and resolutions that you have always wanted, even with the most demanding 3D titles. Get out-of-the-box compatibility and afterburner acceleration for all your games without special game software or patches.Unite and Dominatewith multiple ATI GPUs CrossFire's unique parallel processing technology has development roots going back to ATI's multi-GPU Rage Fury MAXX. Based on the same technology used with ATI-based commercial flight simulators, CrossFire soars into a new dimension of graphics capability with multiple Radeon graphics processing units (GPUs) working together in your PC.Divide and Conquerwith ATI's Supertiling ATI's CrossFire speeds your gaming momentum with "supertiling," high-performance GPU sharing that evenly divides the processing and graphics rendering workload.How Supertiling Works:

Think of your screen image divided into subsections like a checkerboard, with alternating black and white "tiles."

CrossFire's Supertiling intelligently alternates rendering duties of these tiles to each Radeon GPU for consistent, efficient load balancing with hassle-free compatibility. CrossFire's options include a multiple load-sharing "scissor" mode and an alternate frame-rate mode, combining optimal performance with game-conquering compatibility.Render and Rule ATI's CrossFire boosts image quality along with rendering speed, eliminating the need to crank down screen resolutions to get the high image quality you want.CrossFire ignites with the higher antialiasing, anisotropic filtering, shading, and texture settings you desire. Adjust your display configurations, experiment with your advanced 3D settings, and check the effect with a real-time 3D-rendered preview within ATI's Catalyst Control Center to rule your CrossFire system.CrossFireNow and FutureKeep ahead of fast-moving gaming effects and technology changes with CrossFire's advanced features.

Upgradeable components allow you to gradually improve your system performance with the reliability and support that only ATI delivers.

Free monthly on-line Catalyst software updates, ATI's one-click comprehensive help system, and web-based online customer support are available 24 hours per day.Supporting a wide range of ATI-based graphics cards and motherboards, the CrossFire platform offers flexibility and compatibility with all of today's Radeon X800, X850, and the all-new X1000 Series graphics cards and the latest powerhouse processors to make your next gaming experience the zenith of PC perfection.

Build your own multi-GPU gaming system with a CrossFire Ready motherboard, ideally based on ATI's all new, high performance CrossFire Xpress 3200 chipset. Plug in a Radeon X1K Series CrossFire Ready graphics card and a compatible CrossFire Edition card, or a second compatible CrossFire Ready graphics card to unite ultimate multi-GPU gaming power.The all-new Radeon X1300 and X1600 graphics cards do not need a CrossFire Edition co-processor or external cable. Just plug in two cards from the same series and use the Catalyst Control Center software to command your ultimate gaming experience!

CrossFire is the most sophisticated and powerful technology currently available for multi-GPU graphics rendering. It consists of the following components:

Radeon CrossFire Edition graphics card with Compositing Engine

Secondary PCI Express graphics card with Crossefire Ready GPU

CrossFire Ready motherboard with dual PCI Express graphics slots

Catalyst driver with CrossFire support

CrossFire Support Power SupplySimple installation and setup

Only three components: a CrossFire Ready motherboard, ideally based on the ATI CrossFire Xpress chipset, a compatible Radeon graphics card, and a related Radeon CrossFire Edition co-processor board.

NEW! Radeon X1300 and X1600 CrossFire Ready cards do not require an external connector. CrossFire mode is enabled via ATIs Catalyst software and the cards communicate over the PCI Express bus.Purchase the components to build your own CrossFire computer system from ATIs trusted graphics card and motherboard partners.Motherboard Partners: Abit, ASUS, DFI, ECS, MSI, Sapphire, PCPartnerGraphics Card Partners: ASUS, Club, Connect3D, Diamond, Gecube, Gigabyte, HIS, MSI, Palit, Sapphire, Tul, VisiontekLook for the CrossFire multi-GPU platform key on the box to ensure that you purchase the right components.

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One Kilo Silver Bullion Bars for Investment - 999 Ag

One Kilo Silver Bullion Bars for Investment
Silver bullion bars or ingots come in various shapes and sizes (weights), from 5 grams or less, up to 5 kilos.
There are also 1,000 ounce bars, which are obviously rather large and
unwieldly. but are used and stored by major bullion banks and vaults,
rather than by private investors.

A Selection of One Kilo Silver Bullion Bars from
Metalor, Credit Suisse, Swiss Bank Corporation, Argor, Johnson Matthey, Mocatta - Engelhard, Heraeus, Schone,

Tesco own-brand software

As reported by the BBC, Tesco will be selling its own-brand software, developed with UK software distributor Formjet.This includes Ability Office suite, which will retail for 20.99.Whilst these offerings are good value compared to the defacto commercial offerings, they can still be replaced by free software - so save that 21 !Google for the software "keyword" as required:Antispyware - "spybotsd" --- --- Spybot Search

Block Out The Scammers!!!!

Dear fellow eBayers,

Are YOU getting sick and tired of scammers from other countries bidding on your items, have you noticed that they only want expensive items such as your MOBILE PHONES and Designer apparel.
Well i have a useful method to get rid of these scammers for good.
All you have to do is go to the My eBay tab,
Now looking carefully on the left hand side of the screen look for a tab that says preferences,
Then on that page, go down to the buyer requirements tab then on the right of the page, click the Show tab then click edit.
Now on this page if you select a couple of the following options, The best one is Block buyers who dont have a credit card on file always works for me!
Hopefully you wont have any trouble again!!!

Please vote if you found this helpful!!!!
Thankyou

Absolute Guide to Camp fires

Camp Fires

Mostly landowners will frown upon you if you have a camp fire, but if you do it right, they have nothing much to complain about. Never just start a fire on the ground, this leaves a horrible mess afterward.Use a spade to lift the turf of the area where you want to have a fire... Put the turf to one side upside down. If you have peaty soil, replace the turf and look elsewhere, if you have sandy soil go ahead and make a contained fire in the area where you lifted the turf. Firewood can be found in abundance in any woodland or forest on the forest floor. Never ever cut live wood or tear the branches off a living tree as this is bad conservation and unnecessary. When you're done, make sure the fire is out, using plenty of water, scatter the ashes and unburned pieces in the river, then replace the turfs and gently stamp them down. - the idea is to leave the landscape as you found it. If you're on snow, you're going to have to do some serious digging before you even reach the ground (Which will be frozen), so think about if you really need that campfire afterall.

Sometimes, firewood will not be obviously available, so you'll need to take advantage of local geology and burn peat , seaweed, oilstone, bogwood, or whatever is available. If you're having a campfire, you can burn any litter you have, But not tin cans, (Although they will burn if hot enough, you're camp fire ain't going to do it)

how to spot Fake Ralph Lauren

there are many fake ralph lauren polo shirts on ebay here is a small list how to spot them.

1. make sure there is a made in pakistan label on either the wash label or color label.

2. authentic ralph lauren tags have a special mesh cotton sign on them.

3.authentic ralph lauren polo shirts will have a special shop bar code on the tag

4.many fake ralph lauren polo shirts will have a very poor copy of the ralph lauren logo. unlike authentic ralph lauren clothes.

5. Please make sure you by authentic ralph lauren clothes as some copys are very bad quality and wont last a coupleof washes before the colour dies and starts falling apart.

I HOPE THIS INFORMATION HELPS SOMONE, DONT BE FOOLED BY PEOPLE SELLING VERY BAD COPIES ON EBAY ALWAYS CHECK SOMEBODYS FEEDBACK TOMAKE SURE YOUR GETTING THE REAL THING

ALL THE BEST 795CAROLINE.

How combined postage discounts work

Many eBay sellers offer shipping discounts when you buy more than one item from them. It's a great way for sellers to pass on the benefits of cost savings to their customers. But eBay's system can be confusing as to how it works. Let's see why.

The scenario

An eBay seller is offering widgets for sale. They come in lots of colours and sizes. We find one of their widgets through eBay's search features and we decide we'd like to buy a few different kinds for them. Their small widgets are 99p each. Postage is 99p for the first widget and 39p for each subsequent one. The seller's also offering a 75p "postage discount" if you buy more than one item.

The same seller also has large widgets at 1.99 each. Postage is 1.49 for the first one and 79p for each subsequent one.

We decide we'd like two of each type. How much would the postage be?

The customer's view

We look at the the small widgets we found first and buy two. We then go to the large widgets and buy two of those. So four widgets in total. Since we bought the small widgets first, the postage should be 99p for the first widget and 39p each for the other three. A total of 99p 3 x 39p = 2.16. Right?

The problem

No, that's not right. Lets' think about it. The large widgets are likely to be heavier than the small widgets and so cost more to post out. That's not fair on the seller who may end up out of pocket.

The same also applies in reverse. If we'd happened to find the large widgets first, would we expect the postage to be 1.99 3 x 79p (4.36) instead? That doesn't seem fair on the buyer who is paying postage on heavier items but only getting lighter ones.

The solution

In fact eBay's system comes in between these two extremes, as you'd expect, so is fair for both buyer and seller.

What happens is that eBay works out the price of each of the different items individually and then deducts the seller's "postage discount". Let's see what happens in our case.

The postage for the small widgets on their own is 99p 39p = 1.38. The postage for the large widgets is 1.99 79p = 2.68. The total is 1.38 2.68 = 4.06. eBay then deducts the seller's "postage discount" (75p) to come up with a combined total postage of 4.06 - 75p = 3.31.

This system allows for each different type of item to be priced appropriately by the seller according to its size, weight, packaging needs, etc. and means that both seller and customer have a fair postage charge calculated.

Don't forget that postage charges often reflect other factors as well as the size or weight of a package. For example a fragile glass vase is likely to need more and better quality packaging than a used paperback book. The vase probably takes the seller longer to pack as well. So it's reasonable that the postage and packing charge for the vase would be more than for the book, even if they weigh the same.

In summary

To work the postage out, just price up the postage on each different eBay listing you buy from the same seller as though you were just buying from that one item. Once you have done this, add up the postage. Now take away the seller's "postage discount" from the second listing onwards. So if you have bought from two listing, take the discount off once; if you have bought from three listings, take twice the discount off; four listings, three times the discount, and so on.

Writing a good About Me Page

Your "About Me" page is the first place buyers go when they want to find out more about an eBay seller. Is is also a great opportunity to drive sales and cross-sell products. It is a free billboard where you can showcase your entire line of products and make a strong first impression.Here are some tips for enhancing your About My Store page:Focus on the area "above the fold" - the screen area buyers see first before scrolling down.Graphics work so use photos or graphics of items that link to actual product. Don't simply list the types of products you sell-make each picture a hot link.Avoid Clutter. Once they land on your page, don't confuse visitors with a clutter of items. Feature one item prominently - such as a "Hot Buy" or "Deal of the Week."Contact Details reassure buyers. List your phone number and contact info prominently so buyers can reach you easily.Good navigation. Organize your merchandise into a clickable index for easier navigation.Calls to Action. Pepper the page with numerous calls to action such as "Bid Now" or "Buy Now."A well-designed, beautiful About Me page will move more product. If you've invested in a logo or branding, feature it prominently as part of your overall design. If you like this guide please vote YES below to show your appreciation. Thanks!This Guide was written by Hello Baby - Please visit theHello Baby eBay Store

rock and republic jeans

the dimonds on the crown on the jeans are studded through the pockets not glued on as on fakes the rock and republic is always on all the studs also they are long in the legs

renault key cards

the key cards for the new shape lagunas are coded to the veicles chasis number once programed it is not possible to change the code, i have been to the renault dealers in my area, and to pivate garages that do renaults and have been told from early september renault will not any longer suply the codes even for new key cards to be programed, so be wary unless you have the knoledge to programe these yourself. regards mick.

always ask for close ups before buying a wedding dress

i thought id write to warn others of my mistake when buying my wedding dress, all seemed well when i first won the dress although i didnt get replies to my questions while bidding was still going, but i bid anyway as they seemed to have reasonable feedback, when i paid my 630 inc p

SHOOT OUT CARDS RIPPED OFF?? WANT TO SAVE MONEY??

THIS SHOULD HELP

DONT PAY RIDICULOUS PRICES FOR SHOOT OUT CARDS (OR ANY CARDS FOR THAT MATTER), WAIT AND SHOP AROUND. I HAVE JUST SEEN THE NEW SHOOT OUT ALBUM SELLING FOR PRICE LIKE 9 AND 3 POSTAGE. WELL IF YOU SHOP AROUND AND WAIT YOU SAVE 7 OFF OF THAT PRICE!!! JUST WAIT A COUPLE OF DAYS AND GO INTO TOWN OR SOMETIMES EVEN A CORNER SHOP AND BUT THEM THEN. WHY I HEAR YOU SAY?? WHY SHOULD I WAIT??

WELL YOU SHOULD WAIT BECAUSE IT HAS A PRICE OF 4.99 ON THE WRAPPER WHICH THE SHOP CANNOT CHANGE. SO IF YOU HAD 40 AND DECIDE TO BUY OFF EBAY THEN THINK ABOUT THIS:

A STARTER FILE WILL COST YPU AROUND 8-12 INCLUDING POSTAGE

THEN PACKETS OF CARDS WELL, YOU COULD BUT THEM IN IN A JOB LOT OF50 PACKS FOR 19-25

SOME SELLERS SELL THEM FOR1 AND 1 FOR P P SO THATS2 JUST FOR THREE PACKETS, AND THEN1 FOR THE CARDS AND ABOUT 40P FOR EACH ITEM AFTER THAT. SO YOU ARE LOSING MONEY. IT'S A SCAM DON'T FALL FOR IT

BUT IF YOU BUY THEM FROM THE SHOPS THENTHEY CANT CHANGE THE PRICE!!!

A STARTERPACK COSTS A FIVER SO YOU AVE 35 LEFT

YOU CAN THEN BUY 100 PACKETS WITH THE REMAINING MONEY WHICH IN THEORY, IF YOUONLY NEED 360 CARDS IN A SHOOT OUT SET AND 100 PACKS GIVES YOU 600 CARDS THEN YOUSHOULDJUST ABOUT COMPLETE YOUR SET, AND YOU CAN SELL YOUR SWAPS AND GET MONEY TOBUY THE ONESYOU NEED INDIVIDUALLY OR BUY MORE PACKETS

SO THINK ABOUT IT BEFORE YOU START BIDDING AND PAYING CRAZY HIGH PRICES, SHOP AROUND FIND OUT IF YOU CORNER SHOP WILL BE GETTING THEM IN OR IF PLACES LIKE WHSMITH DO THEM AND SO DO SUPERMARKETS

ALSO CHECK BOOTSALES, MARKETS AND THE ADS SECTION IN YOUR LOCAL NEWSPAPER TO SEE IF YOU PICK UP A LOT AT A FRACTION OF THE PRICE.

I WENT AROUND A CAR BOOT WHEN THE RED SHOOT OUT CARDS CAME OUT AND THERE WERE TWO STALLS THAT I SAW THAT WERE SELLING THESE CARDS, ONE WAS SELLING THEM STARTER PACKS FOR 3.50 AND PACKETS OF CARDS FOR 30P EACH OR 10 PACKETS FOR 2.50

SELLER TWO WAS SELLING STARTER PACKS FOR 3.50 AND PACKETS OF CARDS FOR 2OP YES 20P EACH OR A WHOLE BOX OF 100 PACKS FOR 15

SO I HOPE THIS GUIDE HELPS AND REMEMBER TO SHOP AROUND BEFORE YOU START TO PAY SILLY PRICES FOR THESE

PS. PLEASE CHECK SOME OF THE ITEMS I HAVE FOR SALE WHILE YOU ARE HERE

bogof2001 sells shoot out cards at wellingborough market on a saturday and on sunday sells at rusheden and diamonds car boots. he sells them at shop price

A MANS GUIDE TO PERFUME -WRITTEN BY ONE

A GUIDE TO PERFUME THAT EVEN I CAN UNDERSTAND! (WRITTEN BY A MAN)

Perfume seems to make a great gift. But what do people like about it? It has that brand feel of something of quality and (unless its Kouros and its the 80's) should last for a long time. The bottles are works of art in themselves. The adverts for perfumes are seductive and mysterious. We are all jealous (if we admit it) of the fantastic looking people on the adverts and the lifestyles they have. Wouldn't it be great to splash on some smelly water and instantly havea perfect physique and hip and happening friends (assuming you don't already). Or maybe if you choose the right perfume or aftershave for your partner they will look like the people in the ads?

We know its not going to happen but we know we're not going to win the lottery but most of us do it.

The adverts, god the adverts! They are quite good at first but they become a little like a scratched record. They start in about September and build and build until Christmas. They are now well and truly part of the festive season like Del Boy or Christmas Corrie. What will be the best advert this year I wonder? Calvin Klein's are always pretty weird, good but weird. Have you noticed some of the models the various brands use? They're not your usual perfect looking people, rather different looking but still strangely attractive, that'll be the perfume.....

If you are choosing a gift of perfume this Christmas for someone special (they don't have to be that special these days because the price of this Brand identity has come down a lot over the last few years (the price point). Its still quite a lot of money, usually over 15 but this once exclusive market has completely opened up for everybody to enjoy, and rightly so! We all seem to want to smell of a brand as well as clothe ourselves with a brand.

Enough of this waffling and lets get down to basics. What do you buy? Well choice number one is: do you go for your friends favourite fragrance (assuming you know them well enough to have seen their dressing table or asked what they're wearing underneath their clothes!)? Or do you buy something different. The second choice (assuming you're being adventurous and looking for something different) is do you go for an established fragrance or try the latest one, just out! Every Christmas the \brand owners push the boat out. They launch a new fragrance, market it like crazy, sell it at a slight premium and keep their fingers crossed. After all, they have shareholders to please. There are some great new smells around this Christmas, Lacoste Inspiration For Women and Hugo Boss Selection For Men to name just two.

Size is important! 30ml is usually the smallest and the cheapest purchase. Its not the best value though, as you can buy up and get more ml for your money, usually a 50ml or 100ml and occassionally a 125ml or even 200ml. I've always tried to get the balance right and personally go for a 50ml. A 30ml, well if your friend likes it, won't last very long. 100ml just looks too much and they'll have it for 20 years if they don't use it regularly. A 50ml seems to be about right. Groovy Things sells all different sizes so don't let me put you off buying a 100ml if you want to!

Do you know what the difference is between a EDT (eau de toilette), aftershave and EDP (eau de parfum)? Well, without going into weights and measures, an EDP is the most concentrated and usually the most expensive. The theory being that you need to put less on to have the same effect as a EDT. An aftershave is the weakest, so men just 'splash it on all aver' (hey now thats catchy, we could use that in an advert, maybe use a footballer or boxer, anyway I digress).

If all this is too confusing you could always buy flowers?........

...................Kenzo Flowers?

GROOVY THINGS - THE SHOP

PEPPA PIG QUILT SET

Toys r us are selling the peppa pig quilt set with pillow case for 17.97.so try there b4 you spend 25.99 postage on a buy it now.

DO NOT BUY A MAMMAS AND PAPAS ZIKO

HI I BROUGHT A MAMAS AND PAPAS ZIKO (I LOVE THE LOOK AND COLOURS) BUT I BROUGHT IT THE END OF JULY GOT IT HOME AND THE WHEEL WAS BROKEN SO SENT IT BACK AND THEY REPLACED THE WHEEL (THEY HAD IT FOR A 4 WEEKS ) HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO CHANGE A WHEEL WELL WHEN IT CAME BACK IT WAS FINE SO WE GO CAR BOOTING ON A SUNDAY AND WHEN WE GOT HALF WAY ROUND THE WHEELS WAS NOT WORKING AND WAS CLOGGED WITH GRASS CUTTING (ONLY ON THE WHEEL THAT WAS FIXED) SO GET IT HMO AND UN CLOGGED IT THEN WE GO ON HOLIDAY.

WHILE WE ARE ON ARE HOILDAY THE JOINT OF THE PUSHCHAIR DICIDES TO GIVE IN THE PUSHCHAIR IS ONLY 3 MTHS OLD IVE ONLY HAD IT FOR 2MTHS AND I DONT CARRY BAGS ON THE PUSHCHAIR AS I HAVE THE CAR AND MY DAUGHTER IS ONLY A LITTLE DOT SHE IS NOT OVER WEIGHT I THINK IT IS A DISCRASE AT THIS PUSHCHAIR I WOULD NOT RECOMMED THIS PUSHCHAIR TO NO ONE.

AND ALSO WHO EVER INVENTED THE STRAPES FOR THIS SHOULD BE SHOT AS MY 20MTH OLD DAUGHTER CAN GET OUT AND STAND WITH OUT TAKING THE STRAPES OFF AND YES THEY ARE TIGHT AS THEY CAN GO SO GO FOR ANOTHER PUSHCHAIR PLEASE AS I THINK IN MY OWN EXPERENCE THAT THIS PUSHCHAIR SHOULD BE TOOK OFF THE MARKET

IS IT WORTH BUYING A DYMO LABEL PRINTER?

If you are a regular trader on ebay then this little number can save bags of time and greatly reduce the risk of parcels going missing.Even if you only buy the 400 model, you can adjust the software easily to incorporate a small return address, meaning it is needless to add your sender add.I have also noticed that less packages now go missing, as the text is obviously more ledgable than handwriting.The biggest problem is now having to write out all the recorded delivery forms, but at least the sender's add doesn't have to be filled in!

Thursday, August 5, 2010

2001 CONTENDER 31 CUDDY / CC

Thursday, July 29, 2010

Rover Key / Keyfob Programming / Reprogramming

Hello everybody.

Firstly, I must apologise to all those who have purchased these instructions from me over the past few months.

From May this year, Ebay revised their Downloadable Media Policy

Lotus Cars - Part 1: Seven,Elite,Elan,Sprint,Europa

Lotus Cars - Part 1

This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If youwish to find out more about the classicLotus sports carart featured in this guide please click here.

The Elite, Elan and Europa produced by Lotus during the 1960s and 1970s will be remembered as delectable - and affordable - high performance road cars, that pushed forward the frontiers of vehicle technology, at a time when much of the British motor industry was bogged down with technical conservatism.

Lotus Seven 1957-1963

Having established Lotus in the 1950s with a series of racing sports cars, Colin Chapman then set out to widen the scope and appeal of his business, partly to provide financial backing for his motor racing ambitions. On the one hand he conceived the technically advanced Elite, and on the other he developed the rugged little Seven.

Lotus Elite 1958-1963

The sleek Lotus Elite was the first Lotus to be conceived entirely as a road car and as one might have expected from the technically adventurous Colin Chapman, its design was quite unconventional and remarkably advanced for the period.

Lotus Elan 1962-1973

The replacement for the Elite, the Elan, was a model that brought respectability and more importantly profit to Lotus Cars. Reverting to a separate backbone chassis for the Elan, power came from the Lotus Ford twin-cam and in just over ten years, 9,659 were produced in four series.

Lotus Elan Plus 2 1967-1974

Combining most of the qualities of the two-seater Elan in a longer wheelbase, with a bigger and more roomy glassfibre coupe body, the 2 2 was produced between 1967 and 1974. Graceful from any angle, the Elan Plus 2 offered considerably more room than the Elan and handled just as well. 4,798 cars were built

Lotus Europa 1967-1975

Although Lotus took very little time to bring mid-engined racing cars to a high state of mechanical excellence, it was several years before Colin Chapman was ready to use the same basic layout in a road car. The Europa appeared in 1967 and initially used Renault power before changing to the Lotus twin-cam engine in 1971.

Lotus Elan Sprint 1971-1973

The year 1971 saw the final development of the two-seater Elan with the announcement of the Sprint. Fitted with the new big-valve twin-cam engine and producing 126bhp, it was the last and fastest of the popular model. Total Sprint production between 1971 and 1973 stood at 1,353 cars.

Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!

Citroen Cars Pt 1: GS, D Super, SM, DS19, 2CV, 15 Six

Citroen Cars

This is one of many illustrated classic car guides I've created for the community. I hope you enjoy it. If youwish to find out more about the classic Citroen car art featured in this guide please click here.

This guide celebrates the marque of Citroen, a company that has revolutionised the world of the automobile with such classics as the Traction Avant ( 1934 ), the 2CV ( 1949 ) and the DS ( 1955 ).

Citroen 15 Six

Citroen produced its first post-war car in June 1945. This was the Traction Avant, which was largely constructed of parts which had survived the war. The car was available in three versions: the Legere ( or Light ), Normale and 15 Six models. The first two had 1,911cc four-cylinder engines, producing 56bhp at 3,600rpm, while the Six had a 2,867cc six cylinder overhead valve engine, producing 77bhp at 3,800rpm.

Citroen 2CV

The biggest small car in the world, the Duck was first designed in 1936. By 1939, 250 had been built, and it was finally released for mass production in 1949. Its most redeeming features - the roll back roof, the suspension, the removable seats and trouble free engine remained virtually unchanged throughout its life and won the car a legion of fans.

Citroen DS19

Launched in 1955, the DS was one of the most innovative cars of the post-war period, with such features as a higly aerodynamic line ( the drag coefficient was 0.31 ), front-wheel drive and self-levelling air suspension using a central hydraulic unit that also fed the power-assisted steering, the clutch and the brakes ( front discs ). The original engine had four cylinders with a capacity of 1911cc, developing 75bhp at 4,500rpm. Around 1.5-million examples of the Deesse ( including ID ) were produced between 1955 and 1974.

Citroen SM

Citroen had effectively taken over Maserati in 1969 and the Italian company designed a four-cam 2.7-litre V-6 for a new sporting version of the DS called the SM or Citroen Maserati. The letters SM stood for Systeme Maserati in the same way the DS meant Deesse or goddess and this deluxe sporting coupe combined the technical strengths of both companies. A little shorter, but with recognisable family styling it offered 170bhp and a top speed of 142mph.

Citroen D Super

The D series received a major facelift in 1967 with a revision to the frontal treatment of the car. Twin headlights, faired into the wings, replaced the single headlamp styling and, in addition, the driving lights on the DS were coupled to the steering mechanism enabling the car to "see around corners". The new styling gave the car a much bolder appearance and as such won new customers to the marque.

Citroen GS

The Citroen GS was released in 1970 to bridge the gap between the 2CV and the DS. Although a middle-of-the-range car, the GS contained many of the gizmos from the DS, such as the air suspension and a braking system with discs all round. Its horizontally opposed, air-cooled, boxer engine ranged from 1015 to 1299cc and in 1974, 847 cars were also built with Wankel twin-rotar 107bhp engines capable of reaching 175km/h (109mph). Around 1.7-million examples of the Citroen GS were produced between 1970 and 1980.

Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!

2CV Citroen Cars: Model A,Charleston,Spot,Beachcomber

2CV Citroen Cars

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With its unassuming nostalgic charm, the Duck was the embodiment of an entire philosophy. After 41 years of production, and over five-million examples, one of the last truly distinctive cars of this century quietly breathed its last in Portuguese exile in July 1990.

2 CV ( model A )

Formally launched in October 1948 at the Paris Auto Show, the 2CV caused a sensation. Despite critical remarks from the press, more than a million visitors passed by three mouse-grey 2CVs on the Citroen stand and the orders piled up for the model, selling at the very reasonable price of 185,000 (old) Francs. The 9hp model A used a flat-twin, air-cooled engine of 375cc. It featured all-independent suspension, linked front to rear with drum brakes on all four wheels. There were no indicators, doors without locks, no ignition key (starter button on facia) and only one rear lamp.

2CV ( model AZA )

The 2CV underwent its first major facelift in 1960, with the introduction of a new front grille (with five bars). The heavily ribbed bonnet was now replaced by a smoother affair with only five ribbing lines and the side louvres disappeared in favour of a steam-lined air intake. The 375cc engine was at last discontinued in 1961. The only major changes that occurred during the 1960s were the addition of a third side window at the rear and another minor grille change, when the chevrons were moved up to the bonnet.

2CV Van ( Camionette )

Load carrying versions of the 2CV have an equally passionate following as the standard passenger cars. This unique vehicle began life in France as early as 1951 where it was known as the AU van or Fourgonette. It was fitted with the 375cc engine and had a payload of 250kg. Due to their corrugated appearance, these early vans were often scorned by detractors as "tin shacks on wheels" - but to their many owners they were a cheap and convenient way of carrying substantial loads with ease.

2CV Spot ( Special Orange Tenere )

The Spot is interesting in that it was the first 2CV special edition. In fact, "specials" were not common at all in 1976 and Spot was one of the first by any manufacturer. It featured orange and white adhesive body-stripes. Seats and hood were in orange, with and orange and white striped sunblind, which could be pulled forward to provide shade for the driver and front seat passenger when the hood was rolled back. The name Spot was an acronym for Special Orange Tenere. Today, few examples survive.

2CV Charleston

The 2 CV Charleston was produced in three distinct colour schemes, Delage red and black being the most popular. Originally a special edition of limited number, its production was extended to match demand. The two other Charleston colour schemes were light grey/dark grey and yellow/black and these were strictly limited in number. Charlestons were popular in Britain and Holland, less so in France. These models have the air of sophisticated town cars, rather than the practical, down to earth working vehicle, which describes most plainly painted 2CVs.

2CV Beachcomber ( or France 3/Transat )

Plain colours always remained more popular for 2CVs in France, although the France 3, a white car with a blue stripe to its panel and hood, did find favour. France 3 was a yacht entered in the America's Cup races, and part of the profits from the sale of the car went towards its construction and participation. As this bore little interest outside its country of origin, the same car in England was known as the Beachcomber and in Holland the model was called the Transat.

Thank you for reading my guide and I hope you found it interesting!

LED's and your car / motorcycle

There is a fair amount of misinformation about LED's for automotive usage.

So far the only light that CAN NOT be replaced by LED's is the main/high beam of your front lights. This is mainly due to the beam pattern produced by LED's. That being said ALL of the other lights in your vehical can be replaced with LED's. But I hear you ask 'Why should I change to LED's?' and the answer is that because LED's use less power than normal bulbs, so there is more power left over for things like your sound system or even for the performance coil and ignition system. More power = bigger/better spark = more horse power out.

The main thing to make sure of when using LED's is that firstly they are able to work at 12volts (as standard most LED's work at about 2.5volts) and secondly they are bright enough. I personally use LED's with a power output of either 1watt or 3watts (and believe me these are BRIGHT) and I can make a rear light for a motorcycle with only 3 x 3watt LED's and still have it completly legal and MOT'able.

When replacing indicator bulbs to LED you will notice that the flash rate increases hugely or on cars some of them try and tell you that you have a blown bulb. This is because the power requirement is so low, it is now around 0.7-1.4amps rather than 3.5-6amps, so you need to either use a new indicator relay (about 9 - 15) or ballast resistors (for 2 resistors from 3.25 to 11.98).

Some traders are using ceramic resistors which MUST have 1 per indicator changed, or for the metal clad resistor you only need 2, that is 1 each side (even though some dodgy information says you need 1 per indicator changed). The main advantage to using the metal clad resistors is that they get rid of the heat build up quicker, and as there is only a need for 2 they are easier to hide, I usually put them under the seat at the rear indicators as this is a easy to reach area.

When changing to LED's for your stop/tail light the MOT is a bit vague. But as long as your brake light is significantly brighter than you tail light, is not affected by the operation of other lights and emits a steady brightness, it should pass the MOT. There is NO way to measure the output of a brake/tail light (the official manual is online at UKMOT dot COM for clarification).

With some of the newer cars you have a 'Blown Bulb' warning light on the dash which lights up when you change to LED's, and the way to get rid of this is to use a resistor (wired in the same way as the rest).

THE SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL SELLING GUIDE

THE SAFE AND SUCCESSFUL SELLING GUIDEIn this guide youll find loads of comprehensive listing tips as well as invaluable info on selling successfully on eBay. Read on and enjoy, and if you find it useful, please vote Yes at the end thank you! ****************************************************

The impression made by a listing is crucial in making sales, so creating clear and informative listings is a must-have skill for every eBay seller! By paying attention to the following elements of your listing, youll stand the best chance of getting the best price for your item!

Item titleThe title needs to be a catchy and informative one-line description of your item. Within the permitted 55 characters try to include words buyers might use to search for your item, along with other selling points, such as New or Limited Edition (if applicable!). eBay also allow you to add a subtitle to your listing. This might be useful if you dont feel that you can sum up your entire title into just 55 characters of the main title. Titles show up in search results, so try to think of as many applicable keywords to include in your title as possible.

Item categoryIn eBay you can search for items in one of two ways: Firstly, if you know what you are looking for, you could simply type your keywords into eBays search facility (at the top of every page). However, if you arent sure of what item to look for, or just feel like browsing, you could navigate your way through the many categories available in eBay. As such, all items on eBay need to be assigned to the most fitting category. If youre not sure which category best suits your item, you could try searching for similar items to see which categories they have been listed in. If you cant decide on just one category, you do have the option to list across two different categories, though this will cost more than a simple category listing. Usually, just one well selected category is sufficient for a successful listing.

Condition of the item: new or usedAnyone looking to buy an item will want to know whether it is new or used. It is best to describe the condition of your item as accurately as possible. If your item is new, it is also worth detailing whether it is brand new and indeed whether the tags are still intact. If it is not a new item, try to add as much detail about the condition as possible. Dont forget that with some vintage items age will be a selling point! Try to put a positive perspective on any negative aspect of your item, for instance, the pocket might be hanging off your vintage jacket, but its a sewing lovers opportunity to get a real bargain and a fun project! It is best to be as honest as possible so that potential buyers know exactly what theyll be getting -nobody wants unnecessary post-sale disputes over the item condition, or indeed the item description

Description of the itemWhen considering what to include in an item description, try to think of all the details a perspective buyer would want to know. The more info you include, the more confidence you can instil in your buyer. If a buyer is interested but cant find all the info they need in your listing, they will no doubt be prompted to approach you with their questions. So by including all relevant info in the first instance, you can save yourself work further down the line! If you do receive questions from buyers you have the option to show the question and your answer alongside your listing. This can be really handy for showing even more info about your item and also shows other perspective buyers that you offer good communication! By looking at other listings, youll see that sellers seem to take different approaches in their listing technique. Some will be friendly and affable in their style, sometimes offering perhaps a little more info than is really needed, and sometimes actually showing themselves in a less than desirable light as a result. (Reading between the lines of a seller who has had to relist and item due to a timewaster can lead you to wonder why the first person pulled out of the sale). Other listings, however, will be exact and to the point, which is great from an informative point of view, but can make the seller seem unapproachable. I think it pays to strike a happy medium with as much relevant info as possible but with a polite and approachable demeanor. This can be achieved as simple as telling potential buyers that they are free to contact you should they have any further questions, and by wishing them Good Luck or Happy Bidding. Whichever approach you choose to take, remember that eBay holds sellers responsible for ensuring that all info is accurate. By making sure that all the info is available and true, youll avoid unnecessary problems and youll have happier customers and better sales which is our goal after all!!!

A picture of the itemOn eBay it really is true that your picture will speak a thousand words. Without a picture your item is not likely to sell very well at all, and by the same token, a poorly taken photo can be just as damning! It really does pay to include a clear, detailed photo of your item. There is no additional charge from eBay to include a photo in your listing, however, if you want multiple photos or a gallery photo further charges will apply. You have the option of unloading your photos to eBay to be shown at a maximum size of 800 x 800 pixels, and for most listings this service is perfectly suitable. If you are selling a more expensive item however, it might be worth adding more of your own higher resolution images in addition to the basic one offered by eBay. When adding your own hosted images you will not have to pay the additional image fees to eBay either, so it is seriously worth considering. There are several good websites that offer specialised eBay picture hosting just Google eBay picture hosting for a selection. Where it is so important to use as high quality images as possible, you might also want to consider using a Graphics programme to crop and enhance your photos. If you choose to use programmes such as Corel Paint Shop Pro and Adobe Photoshop Elements, youll need to save your images in JPG format ready to be uploaded to eBay.

Here are a few pointers on how to get that ever important money-making pic:A simple but really effective way to create a good image is by photographing your item against a blank background. If you can use a contrasting colour or shade of background then even better! Just think how much clearer and more distinctive a dark object looks against a light background.If taking a close-up shot, make sure your camera is set to macro. If your camera does not have a macro setting, try not to get so close that your shot goes out of focus. Consider taking your shot from a little further away and cropping the image down using one of the graphics programs mentioned above.When selling objects where size is important, it can be a good idea to create a sense of scale by photographing your item alongside a common, well known object or even a ruler. Good lighting is so important. If possible, photograph in natural light as this will give as true-an indication of the colour as possible. It may also help eliminate the need for flash lighting which can reflect badly from some surfaces. eBay offer the facility to adjust the contract and brightness of your image, so you can either use this to your advantage, or if you want to go one step further, again, the use of a good graphics package is essential. Listing format and priceAuction Format when most eBayers are out for a bargain, the auction format listing really comes into play. There are a few different tactics that can be used when selling on auction format, and to get a good idea of which tactic to go for when selling your item, take a look through some similar completed listings for an idea of the best format for your type of item. By starting with a really low, say 99p, starting price you are more likely to generate interest and bidding wars (every sellers dream!) If you arent prepared to risk not getting your desired price for the item, you could try starting with a higher starting price. As with traditional auctions, eBay also offer a reserve facility which means that youre not obliged to sell to the highest bidder if bidding doesnt reach your set level. Remembering that a lot of buyers are surfing for a bargain, this kind of listing can put some people off. Without the prospect of getting a great deal, some potential buyers may not bid at all. Generally, auctions are best for stuff that you just want to sell (and dont mind what you get for it), and also for high demand-low supply items were buyers are likely to bid against each other resulting in great sales!Buy It Now format these are listings where you can decide on the price yourself and where a buyer can make an instant purchase. Because turn around time is quicker this type of listing can be more convenient for both buyer and seller. The Buy It Now option can also be set up to run alongside an auction, giving the buyer a chance to snap up the item without bidding/waiting for the action to finish. The Buy It Now option is removed as soon as the item receives an auction bid, so by using this format which does cost more than a simple auction you are running a gamble, but if you are looking for a fast turn around, this format is the one to go for.

Postage and packagingThis is the amount that youll charge to the buyer for the cost of carriage and packing materials. It is totally acceptable to increase their postage rates to above the mere cost of carriage in order to cover the cost of packaging materials. However, if the postage price is set too high on an item (and if a seller is trying to "make" on the P

Rifle shaft flexes

There are a lot of sellers at the moment selling golf irons with rifle shafts, these are stepless steel shafts and unlike standard shafts are not labeled up with standard flexes. Where a shaft such as dynamic gold has regular, stiff and extra stiff (x) flexes the rifles have numbers 5.0, 5.5, 6.0 etc and this is where the confusion begins. I have seen sellers selling 7.0 flexes as stiff, this is Phil Mickleson's shaft of choice and is far stiffer than that. according toRoyal Precissionscustomer services department5.5 is there stock stiff. I would advise anyone to either contact royal precission through there website or to get web-fit on the same site. The site will ask you for carry distance details with a 6 iron and work out your flex from this (just be honest with yourself, we all like to think we hit the ball further than we do and that includes me) Alternativley speak to your club pro. Just remember if a seller says that shafts are for someone who carries a 6 iron 200 yards he greatly reduces the number of potential buyers

Wedding Planning Checklist

I have worked as a wedding corodinator for almost three years and after working with over 250 weddingsI have put this check list together - I hope you find it useful!

This check list provides a general guide to when you should carry our certain tasks in the run up to and after your wedding. This does, of course, differe depending on how long before your wedding we are now - so you may need to adjust the timings to suit your own circumstances.

To do as soon as possible . . .

Set your budget - be realistic and also try to establish who is going to contribute
Decide if you would like a civil ceremony of a church wedding.
Complite a provisional guest list for the ceremony, wedding breakfast and evening reception
Research and book your ceremony venue
Research and book your wedding breakfast and evening reception venue
send 'Save the Date' cards to your guests - especially if you are getting married at a popular holiday time such as August or Easter.
Decide if you are going to organise and plan the wedding yourself, or use a wedding planner
Choose your Chief Bridesmaid, Best Man and other attendants
Arrange wedding insurance
Select and book your photographer and videographer
Order your cake - you can decide on your design and colours at a later date
Decide on the type of music you would like for your evening reception - good Bands and DJ's are hard to find! Ask your venue for recomendations.
Book your wedding cars, if required
Start thinking about your wedding dress - and then start shopping!

Six to Four months before the wedding . . .

Choose outfits for your bridesmaids and flower girls - don't forget about shoes and accessories!
Choose outfits for the groom, best man, ushers and page boys
Choose a florist, and visit them to discuss your requirements. Always make an appointment in advance.
Choose your wedding rings
Order your wedding stationary - invitations, place cards, order of service etc.
Finalist your outfit including lingerie, shoes and accessories
Choose your wedding favours and any other venue decorations

Four to Two months before the wedding . . .

Send out your invitations - remeber to include information about how your guests can book accomodation at your venue
Book musicians for the reception and ceremony, if required
Organise your gift list
Discuss hair styles with your hair dresser
Finalise your cake designand colours
Book your honeymoon - don't forget to check passports and arrange innoculations if necessary

One to Two months before the wedding . . .

Buy all your accessories
Choose gifts for your attendants
Book your hair dresser and make up appointments for the morning of the wedding
make sure that everyone involved in the wedding knows what is happening and when.
Discuss any 'must have' photographs with your photographer
Check that the groom, best man, father of the bride and anyone else making speeches are thinking about what they are going to say!
Finalise menus, numbers etc with your venue

During the month before your wedding . . .

Try on your full wedding outfit and practise walking in your shoes! If your shoes are new use sand paper to scuff up the soles so you don't slip!
Pack for your honeymoon and order travellers cheques
Finalise your table plan for the wedding breakfast

The Day Before the wedding . . .

Arrange for the cake to be delivered to your venue (unless it is been delivered on the day)
Have a manicure - everyone will want to see your wedding ring so your nails need to be perfect!
Have your overnight bags delivered to the hotel
Relax, have a long bubble bath and an early night

On the Big Day!

Make sure you give yourself plenty of time to get ready - take your time!
Eat breakfast! Far too many brides don't and they do regret it - even if you can't manae much just have a little something.
Relax and have fun!

After the wedding . . If possible ask for family and friends to assist with some of these tasks while you are away on honeymoon

Have your wedding dress and other outfits taken home Have all your gifts taken home, or if you are going away taken to a friend or relatives house until you return
All hired items will need to be returned, so make sure some one colelcts them from your venue and takes them back to where they need to be!
Send wedding cake to any guests who weren't able to attend on the day.
Send thank you cards
Arramge for your dress to be professonally cleaned and packed away
If you have changed your name, make sure that everyone has been notified
Enjoy married life!

PROTECTING YOURSELF 100% AGAINST FRAUDULENT LISTINGS

I HAVE NOW REALISED WHAT YOU MUST DO IF YOU BUY ANY ITEM ,ALL BE IT A LITTLE LATE NOW IM 260.10P DOWN,YES PAYPAL ONLY REFUNDED ME 150 FROM MY ORIGINAL 410.50P PAID THEY WONT DISCLOSE THE SELLERS INFORMATION SO I HAVE NOW CONTACTED E BAY AND REQUESTED IT ,AND MY NEXT STEP IS THE POLICE,AS IT WAS BLATANT FRAUD. IF WE DONT JOIN TOGETHER ,IT WILL ONLY CONTINUE AND THOUSANDS OF MEMBERS WILL SUFFER,THE SIMPLEST RULE IS

WHEN YOU ARE BIDDING ON AN ITEM NEVER EVER BID MORE THAN THE AMOUNT THE SELLER IS COVERED WITH PAYPAL PROTECTION ,MY SELLER WAS 150, HAD I NOTICED THIS EARLIER THEN I WOULD NOT OF SUFFERED THE LOSS OF 260.10P,SOME SELLERS ARE COVERED UPTO 500,IF YOU BID OVER NEVER EVER PAY MORE THAN WHAT YOU ARE COVERED FOR YOU CAN SAY ILL PAY A DEPOSIT AND THE REST WHEN I RECEIVE ITS A LITTLE TRUST ON BOTH PARTYS THEN,IT WILL BE DOWN TO THE SELLER TO MAKE SURE THE ITEM IS POSTED WITH CORRECT INSURANCE ,BUT THE REAL IDEAL IS SERIOUSLY NOT TO PAY MORE THAN YOU ARE COVERED VIA THE PAYPAL PROTECTION SCHEME ,WELL AGAIN I HOPE THIS WILL SHINE A LIGHT ON NEW AND OLD MEMBERS ,IT DOES MAKE SENSE THOUGH, I THINK LOL WELL ITS WHAT I WILL BE DOING IN THE FUTURE,BEST WISHES SHELLIE X ps if you find this usefull please let me know :O)

SIDOZEY postal order scam - P. Dawood

Watch out for this seller, who asks for postal orders and then doesn't send the goods. Was trading under name of M. Joy, using Sidozey ID, now using name P. Dawood. Somehow gets ebay to cancel his items, so that you can't leave negative feedback. Please report to ebay and they might eventually do something about it. Looks like myself, as well as many others, have lost money.

Sunday, July 25, 2010

Stamps Australia 2 Pound Kangaroo On Map Of Australia

VFU CofA WMK 2 Pound Black

Spyder ski jackets

I've just purchased a Spyder Ski Jacket direct from China, and it is superb ,definately genuine and (although I'll find out for definate next week)up to the job I would say it is probally the best ski jacket I've ever had. I have been skiing about 20 years so I have some idea.

The only differance between this and the really expensive U.S. ones seems to be the price. They are all made in China !!

Sizzix Sidekick machine for diecuts

I have been an avid crafter for about 3 years and have recently purchased one of these machine and what a buy........I only wish I had invested in this much earlier than I did, it makes great dies in no time at all. Athough it can only take the sizzlets and the quickcutz dies with an adapter I find this to be more than enough, these dies are a nice size to work with. I think that some of the bigger dies that go in the bigger sizzix machines are slightly on the larger side so if you only want to work with smaller dies then this machine is more than enough. It is very easy to use!!! well worth the buy, mine was bought on ebay for a fraction of the retail cost.

Mobility Scooters

Here is a quick guide to mobility scooters. There many things to pay attention to I'll try and lightly brush on most things.

Buying New - If you are buying new and there is a one year warranty on the machine, which their should be! It should cover all parts, CALL OUT charge. It will not cover tyres/punctures or batteries or damage that you cause, such as driving it into a wall. Try not to buy insurance for your scooter on the first year unless you go very far in distance on it. In which case recovery is all you should need - a bit like AA or RAC breakdown cover, they come and pick you up. Try and buy locally as buying a scooter from someone 200 miles away may not get you the same level of service should something go wrong. Ask how long they will take to come to you if something does, someone from far away may take 48 hours or more to get to you, you should not have to pay a call out charge in your first year if something is wrong with your scooter. So, paying a little more locally may pay for you in the long run. Also ask if the scooterdoes brake down in the first year that they can supply a spare of the same size for free? To me that is how customers should be treated. No good buying a cheap scooter if their is no back up customer service.

Second Hand (Used) - Batteries, the cost of batteries does change with the price of lead and on used machines this will be one of the first things you may have to change. Average prices at the moment in the London area are - They always come in 2

12v 12amp 130-160

12v 20 amp 140-170

12v 30amp alsocan be 35amp 150-180

12v 40amp 160-190

12v 50amp 240-270

12v 70amp 300-330

These are Sealed Lead Acid prices of Feb 2007. Some companies may charge a call out fee on top of this, should be no more than 30. Gel batteries are slightly better and you should add 20 to 30 to the prices above on each battery. There are many different makes of battery, some are a lot more expensive than the above so this just a rough guide.

Also try and drive the used machine a little before you take it home listen for knocking and make sure the brakes work by driving it down hill and "letting go" to make sure it stops. Insurance is probably worth getting for breakdown and mechanics as some parts on these scooters can total up quickly peope who repair them can also charge 50 an hour. So you could find yourself with a big bill, be careful.

New Strain of Fake Airmax Tracksuits

Evidently a new shipment has arrived in the UK and they have found their way on to eBay! As before, I say that if you're fine with buying fake goods then don't fret. However, make sure that you don't pay more than the goods are worth.A good starting point is the current Nike Airmax Challenge Tracksuit. This tracksuit is on sale at JD sports for about 70. Similar items have found their way onto eBay. The photo below shows the genuine article:Compare this to a similar item currently for sale on eBay:Notice the main difference here: The genuine article has a Nike tick on the left breast; the item above has Airmax. Otherwise the item looks fairly similar. The tag in this example is a very poor effort though.On the back, the original looks like this:The writing on the light grey detail on the back of the hood reads "MAX LTD. Designed to the exact specifications of championship athletes". Other than the white line going across the middle of the back, the rest is plain.There is also a rubber "Airmax" logo at the top which is hidden under the hood. The copied item looks like this:A big AIRMAX logo dominates the rear. There is no picture of the detail on the hood, but it does not appear to be the same as the geniune article. Finally, the bottoms. The genuine article has the following detail at the bottom of the leg:The item on eBay has the following:Clearly different, and in fact, the close up picture makes the material look very different. The genuine article has smooth material, whereas the one above looks like a rougher material. Signs that it would not last as long!The above item sells for 40 on eBay. Whether it is worth it would be your call. If you spot one and want to buy it, ask the seller to confirm the authenticity. I have scoured the internet, including searching genuine online stores for a similar tracksuit and have found none. The reality is that only JD Sports sell the genuine article, so unless the one you spot on eBay is an unwanted gift or used, it will probably be fake. The colour is also a giveaway. Counterfeiters seem fond of baby blue. As far as I know this item was only ever produced in White or Black.As for some more obvious fakes currently on sale, the old designs are back, albeit slightly revamped. The giveaway on all of these is the hood. They all have a contrasting colour on the hood. Take a look at this alleged Lacoste hooded tracksuit (Lacoste have not produced any hooded tracksuits to my knowledge):Notice any similarity? There seem to be any number of these fake items being produced and shipped to the UK. Generally, you can tell by the hood design. If there were further pictures with more detail we could also see that the designs are very similar throughout with the major difference being the colour. In the past I have seen virtually identical tracksuits for sale with different branding on them!Good luck and happy bidding!

A quick guide to Battery Types

This is is a very brief guide to the types of batteries on the market todaySingle use

Zinc Carbon

These batteries have been with us for the best part of 150 years now.

They are very low priced, and are great for low drain appliances such as clocks, and back up memory batteries.

Not for use in high drain appliances like radio controls and digital Cameras

Alkaline

This type have been with us for around 60 years now, and Duracell are the current market leaders.

These batteries on average last 2-3 times longer than standard Zinc Carbon batteries, and are ideal for higher drain appliances.

Lithium

Primarily used in Coincells ( CR 2032 etc), they have very long shelf lives up to 10 years, and a "constant" power output.

Some Digital Camera batteries also use Lithium, such as 2CR5 batteries and CRV3 batteries

Oxyride

This is the very latest in Battery technology, developed and marketed by Panasonic, these batteries will last on average up to 2 times as long as alkaline batteries.

And are ideal for todays high drain appliances like Digital Cameras.

This technology has only been with us for a couple of years, so there are only still a few places you can buy them, eBay of course being one.

Currently only available in AAA or AA size

Oxyride batteries

In independent lab testing, new AA-size Oxyride cells lasted twice as long as alkaline cells. That results in double the amount of pictures and more rapid flash recovery time in digital cameras. In other high-drain digital and electronic devices, such as MP3 and CD players, the batteries averaged 1.5 times more power than Panasonic's alkaline cells for more playing time. To demonstrate the extreme power of Panasonic's new battery, the company is showcasing how two AA-size Oxyride batteries are capable of powering a 40-pound car with 100-pound driver for approximately three-quarters of a mile at the 2005 Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Panasonic Oxyride Extreme Power battery - Next generation technology The Oxyride Extreme Power battery was developed with a technology based on a combination of newly developed materials and an advanced manufacturing process. The newly adopted cathode materials (Oxy Nickel Hydroxide and newly developed manganese dioxide and graphite) allow an increase in the quantity of the pouring amount inside the battery and a controlled mixing ratio, leading to higher voltage and current. Additionally, a new vacuum pouring technology enables the quantity of electrolyte in the battery to be increased, resulting in higher durability. With the combination of these technological developments, Panasonic's new Oxyride Extreme Power battery allows users to enjoy the benefits of improved power performance and durability.

Mercury

Old School 125's

I recently notice someone in MCN messing around with an old AR125 claiming it was worth a fortune because they'd done this and that. Truth is a used and abused AR125 would do well to fetch 100 notes from anyone in the know, heres why........

KAWASAKI AR125 1984 - 1992

Standard early models were about 20bhp but prone to seizure reguarly. They had the most unfashionable exhuast ever seen on a sports 125 that looked like it was from the seventies and finished in matt black. Later ones were restricted to 12bhp but fitting the older exhaust or filing bits out of the can which is very restrictive gives more power. Reliability is the trade off although 85mph wasn't a bad speed in the day. Looks like a mini GPZ900 so don't pay much and it's the slowest of the old school LC's.

HONDA NSR125 1992 - CBR125

Don't bother with older early ninties and eighties models as these bikes seemed to get abused more than any of the other 125's at the time. The 1992 model is good for about 95mph unrestricted and they seem generally reliable, should be quite a few good ones still around and are a cheaper to run alternative to RS and Mito 125's. Ended up replaced by slower more sensible CBR.

Suzuki RG125 1986- 90's

These were very quick, later models look like RGV's which still look the part today. Good for about 95 - 100mph, not many around now though probably a better buy than NSR.

YAMAHA RD125LC Early 80's

Can't have a 125 guide without the legendery LC. The first fast 125!! Good ones will do a ton unrestricted, handling will almost certainly need sorting, but it is THE CLASSIC sports 125 and the engine will take loads of abuse even unrestricted as long as it's kept stock and run on decent 2 stroke oil. May be on the expensive side because if their classic status but at the right price well worth a look.

YAMAHA TZR125 Mid Eighties - Mid Ninties

Evolution of LC with trick (for the time) Deltabox frame, clean early ones still look smart with a full fairing. Good for the ton and hugely reliable if looked after properly. Late bikes had 250 frame and fatter tyres but weighed a bit more. My weapon of choice!!

CAGIVA MITO 125 1991 - NOW

Early ones were supposedly a Lawson rep, but in 1994 they looked like the then new Ducati 916 which is reason enough to buy one. Comes with 7 speed box high fuel consumption (for a 125) and heavy servicing. Top end rebuild at 10,000 miles as part of service schedule!! (TZR's have been known to clock 40,000 miles before any rebuilds needed). Good for the ton although some owners claim speeds upto 115mph, but I've yet to see it when following them.

APRILLA RS125 1991 - NOW

These are probably the most popular 125's at the moment, appart from styling and a catalytic converter they havn't changed much over the years. Engine is barley any faster than TZR, but they often have a huge gap in the mid-range and require lots of clutch slip. Cheaper on fuel than Mito, but still big service costs with engine rebuilds every 10,000.

Hope this guide helps someone looking for a used sports 125 who's on a bit of a budget. Don't let someone con you because they've wasted money on some old crap and want to pass on the cost. I'd buy super cheap, then budget for an engine rebuild and a bit of chasis tlc with bearings etc. The Yamaha's are by far the least likley to go wrong and are not shabby on the performance side of things either. Don't bother with AR's and other really crap bikes unless they're given away, they were much cheaper than the rest years ago and only sold to those that couldn't afford the better kit. I know because I bought one.

Grammar-Punctuation(Easily Explained)

GRAMMAR-PUNCTUATION.CONSONANTS and VOWELS.The 26 Letters Of The Alphabet Are Divided Into 21 Consonants And 5 Vowels.LIKE SO:-a b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r s t u v w x y z.A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z.

Nouns.

This A Naming Word.Example:-The Dog Ate The Bone.Verbs.This A Doing Word.Example:-The Dog Ate The Bone.Adjectives.This A Word To Describe A Noun.Example:-The Shaggy Dog Ate The Tasty Bone.Sentences.This A Set Of Words Which Can Stand Alone.Example:-The Dog Ate The Bone.Pronouns.This In Place Of A Noun.Example:-The Dog Ate The Bone. It Was Tasty.Adverbs.This A Word To Describe A Verb.Example:-The Dog Ate The Bone Noisily.Conjunction/Joining Word.This As Suggested Joins Words.Example:-The Dog Ate The Bone And Enjoyed It.Hope This Is Easily Explained.Obviously The "BOLD" words are the Noun.,Verb,Adjective,Sentence,Pronoun , Adverb,And Conjunction.THANKS

Key Fob Reprogramming

I thought that I would share my recent experiences with trying to get Peugeot Key Fobs reprogrammed to my car.Having purchased a key fob from an eBay seller, I assumed that I would be able to reprogramme it following the instructions in the cars handbook. WRONG.So I purchased and downloaded a set of instructions from and eBay seller having been led to believe that they contained some 'secret' information. WRONG AGAIN.This information was identical to that freely and easily available on the internet.I have just had the locks on my car changed by a Peugeot dealer who supplied one plip and one standard key. I asked them to recode either the original plip key I had that did work with the car or the plip I purchased from eBay. NEITHER COULD BE REPROGRAMMED BY AN AUTHORISED PEUGEOT DEALER.The moral I suppose is be wary of eBay sellers telling you how easy it is to do at home and don't expect a second hand key that has been programmed to a car already to work with your car. If Peugeot can't reprogramme them, then how can an average eBayer?

The Paypal Chargeback Scam

I recently sold a phone on eBay for 420. The ohone was worth this much so I accepted the payment via paypal and sent the item via Special Delivery. The seller had all the relevant ffedback confirmed addresses etc. After a few days I get an email from paypal claiming a chargeback against my account and -420 in my account ( a negative balance ) and another charge for administration 8. Then I was asked to send proof of delivery so I faxed a copy of the receipt to paypal who told me they had recieved it. I thought that shouls sort it and ill get my money back, but I have just recieved an email telling methat the claim has been decided in his favour but his bank favoured him disregarding my evidence. So I am recieveing threats from paypal that if i dont restore my blance to a positive they will send debt collectors and transfer me to a collection agency. Paypal dont like sellers and beware and just dont use PAYPAL.

REgards

Gillette fusion power blades

I have just bought 8 of these blades from a powerseller and was pleased to pay 12 instead of 18 in the shops. However on receiving them the back of the packet was open. When my husband used the blades they are really scratchy and in no way of the quality you normally get from these blades.

The ebay seller had also withdrawn the item for sale after I had bought it which has meant there has been no option for me to leave feedback to let others know not to buy them.

Please do not buy any blades off ebay sellers, they are either fake or seconds. You will only be disappointed and annoyed at wasting the money! And make sure you make a dispute to paypal so these sellers don't keep getting away with it.

ME TO YOU TATTY BEAR ITEMS

Don't fall victim to some of the scammers on here selling RARE Me To You merchandise!

The vast majority of these items aren't rare at all, the high street is flowing with them...yet scammers on Ebay 'plump' up their listings to make the buyer think "Oh my God I might never get the chance to buy one of these!!"

The best examples (especially coming up to Christmas) are the hot water bottles and dressing gowns.

I saw a Me To You water bottle sell on Ebay for 23 inc P

how to spot fake aftershaves and perfumes

i recently bought a bottle of hugo boss selection off seller 777punto777, the box was sealed , but once i opened the box the lid was loose and the writing on front of the bottle scraped away easily, this is a sure sign of a fake fragrance, the seller has made his feedback private as he knows people are finding him out and leaving him negative comments, my money was refunded and a complaint made to ebay, be careful when purchasing fragrances, they are making good copies out there, and i would warn you not to trade with seller777 punto777.

Smoothie recipes

Hi, here are just six smoothie recipes some for when you are feeling good and some to make you feel good. Anyway I hope you enjoy.

Apple and banana smoothie serves 2

1/2 cup pure orange juice

1/4 cup semi skimmed milk

1 whole banana chopped into 4 pieces

1 whole apple,peeled and chopped into 4 pieces.

Method : Place all the ingrdients in the smoothie maker, blend fro approx 20 seconds or to your desired consistancey. Then simpley pour and enjoy. Great for breakfast.

Fruity apple burst serves 2

2 sliced apples

1 banana

1/2 tub of low fat natural yoghurt

1 cup of apple or orange juice

handful of mixed berries (can use frozen)

Method : Take out apple cores chop into fours then chop the banana into 4 pieces. Next add all ingredients to the smoothie maker and blend for about 35 seconds. Great for mid morning or afternoon snack.

Morning burst smoothie serves 2

1 Orange

1 banana

1 apple (peeled and cored)

2-3 tbsps orange juice concentrate

ice cubes and water for texture

Method : Cut all fuit into small chunks, place in the smoothie maker. Next add water and orange juice concentrate, then blend for approx 20-30 seconds adding ice for texture as desired. Great for summer breakfast or when you have had a good workout a real thirst quencher.

Banana Vanilla- Iced vodka smoothie serves 2

2 banana

2 small scoops vanilla ice cream

1 medium cup of semi skimmed milk

100ml of vodka or to taste

Method : Chop the fruit, place in smoothie maker add ice cream, mix and add milk ( a little at a time). Stop and add the vodka mix for another 10 seconds. Pour sit back and relax.

Smooth and chrunchie smoothie serves 2

2 bananas

2 scoops of vanilla ice cream

half a cup of semi skimmed milk

1 cadburys crunchie roughly chopped

Method : Add milk and crunchie to smoothie maker, blast them for about 15 seconds, then add ice cream and bananas blend for a further 15 seconds. The kids will love this one

Stawberry Ice smoothie serves 2

8 strawberries

8 ice cubes

100ml of vodka or to taste

one freshly squeezed lemon

Method : Put the strawberries in the smoothie maker then add the ice cubes, mix them together until they are slush like next add the vodka and lemon juice mix together until smooth. Poor and enjoy

As you can see these are mouth watering recipes and use ingediants you are likely to have instead of having to go hunting for mangos and papayas, have these recipes to hand and I bet you will always be able to make them. Do not be affriad to mix the ingredients up if you have run out of orange juice try pineapple. No vodka add gin or rum works well, aslong as you enjoy them thats what works.

Thanks for reading do not forget to click if this guide was of use to you. Thanks again

Boats,Speedboats,Canal boats, river boats, advice !!

hey E-bayers,
Im here to give you some advice on buying your your boat... may it be your first or 500th...

A few things to look for when buying the boat:

1) overall structure of boat and what its made out of (e.g. fiberglass,wood,steel) Choosing what a boat is made out of seems a rather simple thing to think about but its not !. wood can be rotten or weak, fiberglass can be cracked,split or strained. and steel can have dents,holes.

2) Make of boat (E.g. Fletcher,shakespeare, etc..) It's always a good idea to go for a well known trusted brand of boat, this insures that you get a good strong one.

3) Age of boat, The age of a boat is very important, especially when buying second hand. boats can rott and crack away throughout the years of not being protected properly.

4) Wiring on boat, May not seem like much to worry about but if the wires are not all connected and covered properly they can spark and cause the boat the ignite.

How to avoid being ripped off.

When you go to collect or view a boat there are a few things to look for,

fiberglass boats: cracks,splits,and strains (white stretch marks).

wooden boats: splits,cracks,mold,damp (on the inside)

steel boats: dents,holes, treated properly.

ANTIFOUL !

its always a good idea to make sure the boat has been antifouled below the waterline.... antifoul is a special type of paint that stops green gunk growing under the waterline. This can severely damage boats especially wooden ones. so its always good to get it antifouled everyone season or so.

ELECTRICS !

electrics are very important on a boat because if there not wired and protected properly they can spark and cause the boat to set fire ... thus for ... you... with no boat...

STEERING !

make sure the coils are firmly attached and well lubricated (ideally lithium lubricant) this can cause a boat to jam and not steer properly.... not great when your out at sea?

TRAILER !

always ! make sure the trailer is road worthy, this means ( no rust, good wheels and bearing, painted with hammerite or red oxide, no cracks, splits or dents, a good toeing hitch.)

I hope this guide is helpful to anyone thinking off buying a new boat, if theres anything else you need to know just e-mail me and id be happy to help you !

Thanks,Joe

P.S. please vote my guide helpful :)