Posted inEngineering
The Threat of Fallen Quality
I was recently watching a video by a YouTuber by the name of Watch Wes Work. He has a rural workshop in Fulton, Illinois, US, and records himself repairing customer’s…
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Set Review – 31376 3-in-1 Cute Hamster
I was going to build the next ‘plants’ set for this week’s episode, but I saw this on the shelf and decided to grab it. Not going to lie, those…
Posted inThe Vyvyan Diaries Vyvyan
The Vyvyan Diaries – Bonnet Catch Upgrade
When I bought Vyvyan, four years ago as of this writing, I found that the bonnet catch cable was loose, under the steering wheel. The bracket had been detached and…
Posted inHealth
The May ’26 Update – Health and Fitness
As I write this post, it is the day after the triathlon. I am achy and sore, but achieved! It has been a funny month. With it only being a…
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Set Review – 43264 Toy Story Train and RC
I have had this sitting on the wayside, for a while. It is still available, and I reckon a very likely set that has been purchased for many a gift.…
Posted inMachinery
Fixing the Chipper – Part Two
I have made it to the part where the engine and chipper-base have been separated. I also pulled the carburettor off of the body and resealed the damaged gaskets. You…
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Set Review – 77046 Julian’s Birthday Party
I decided that it was time to head for an Animal Crossing set, for this one. I have a few on the back-burner, and this one is small enough to…
Posted inEnvironment
How Sad Can a Tree Be?
I was recently stood in the centre of one of the UK’s most historical cities. Standing there, I thought about how sad it looked. The aging skills and experience that…
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Set Review – 60463 Fire Engine
Here, we have another set from the 4+ range. After building the Rides truck, I thought this would make a cute build. I am quite fond of the 4+ sets,…
Posted inThe Vyvyan Diaries Vyvyan
The Vyvyan Diaries – Sights and Sounds
A quick update about a new addition to Vyv’s update. I have recently added a new media system. From the day that I purchased her, I knew that the system…