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Definitely odd.
No doubt you're using the same filament, and you've probably checked the bed always heats uniformly and the Z axis sensor is working correctly? (past problems with my ageing Prusa clone!)
At one time I had issues with a cleaner at work using Pledge - the overspray seemed to go everywhere - but I guess you'd notice that kind of contamination at home. -
Scrub with wet baking soda (mainly for it's mild abrasive qualities) - rinse - wipe with spirit vinegar (chemistry) - rinse (distilled water if possible) - clean once more with isopropyl alcohol - if things still don't stick, you'll probably need your other textured plate...
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I know several NACC members who have used Villiers in the past - I suspect yours will be smaller than a vintage autocycle hub, but it might be worth giving them a ring?
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"Motorcycles first used on or after 1 August 1973 must emit a continuous or uniform sound that is not harsh or grating.
Motorcycles first used before 1 August 1973 can have a bulb horn as the audible warning."
( https://www.gov.uk/guidance/mot-inspection-manual-for-motorcycles/7-audible-warning )Having said that, most replica bulb horns will fail the " loud enough to be heard by other road users" requirement. I'd want something reassuringly loud if it came to a roadside conversation with law enforcement, though the pathetic electronic bleat from a Mobylette appears to be sufficient.
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Probably yes. While a bulb horn is fine for a cycle motor you'd need something more assertive for a Matchless.
D.C. horn for a battery? My other bikes have A.C. horns powered from the lighting coil - I have in the past bought the wrong type by mistake.
Edit: photo above appeared while I was typing - really you'd want a straight one to avoid water pooling and rusting it through. -
Is it registered as a Historic Vehicle? If so you could probably avoid the annual conversation with an MOT tester...
On the one occasion I took my Trojan for an MOT (wanting an official opinion on roadworthiness to support the V5 application) the certificate had "lights not fitted" as an advisory -
Likewise. Mostly I use a router bit in a pillar drill with the feed locked - not entirely safe, but I'm more comfortable knowing the tool is fixed to the bench.
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Thanks for all the advice @midlife @withered_preacher @Sumo @aggi @hangedup @hugo7 @n3il @ltc - interesting that there is a range of suggestions but no disagreement!
It looks like we'll be heading for Argos in our local centre of civilization for Sony wf c500s later today for MrsE, possibly with an Anker pair via Amazon if the Sonys don't find favour... -
Unopened second hand is something I hadn't thought of...
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As far as I know, they'll be mainly used at home for music and Duolingo. Noise cancelling hasn't entered the conversation (yet) and it's unlikely that use when jogging or other form of exercise will be a requirement. I think we're looking at £40-£50, so the 'modest' budget now has a value.
10 years coal mining, 25 years teaching, 10 years Head of Faculty, now retired...