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Oil disposal

Petermcmillan Uk 15 April 2005 20:04:58
 I just read something from the National Tyres website which says
"Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier
registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of
waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes."

Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've
never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My
dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm
not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old
how can I get rid of it?

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Chris Whelan 15 April 2005 20:08:25 permanent link ]
 petermcmillan_uk@yah­oo.com wrote:> I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old> how can I get rid of it?>

1) Paint it on the garden fence now that the use of creosote is
illegal

2) Use it to light garden bonfires

:-)­

Chris

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Chris Whelan 15 April 2005 20:13:22 permanent link ]
 petermcmillan_uk@yah­oo.com wrote:> I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old> how can I get rid of it?>


How does that stop you carrying out oil changes? It only makes it
difficult to dispose of the old oil afterwards!

Here are my suggestions:

1) Paint the garden fence with it now that it is illegal to use
creosote.

2) Use it to light garden bonfires.

3) Walk to the local tip carrying it.

:-)­

Chris

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Petermcmillan Uk 15 April 2005 20:30:46 permanent link ]
 
Chris Whelan wrote:> petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com wrote:> > I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> > "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> > registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> > waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes."> >
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> > never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works.
dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work
(I'm> > not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old
how can I get rid of it?> >
How does that stop you carrying out oil changes? It only makes it> difficult to dispose of the old oil afterwards!

Yeah, but I don't wanna be stuck with a house full of oil do I? It's
not as if you can just tip it down the drain. I suppose I could try
selling it on ebay ;-)­
Here are my suggestions:>
1) Paint the garden fence with it now that it is illegal to use> creosote.>
2) Use it to light garden bonfires.>
3) Walk to the local tip carrying it.

All useless!

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Conor 15 April 2005 20:36:56 permanent link ]
 In article <1113582646.505324.­39020@f14g2000cwb.go­oglegroups.com>,
says...
Yeah, but I don't wanna be stuck with a house full of oil do I? It's> not as if you can just tip it down the drain. I suppose I could try> selling it on ebay ;-)­>
Here are my suggestions:> >
1) Paint the garden fence with it now that it is illegal to use> > creosote.> >
2) Use it to light garden bonfires.> >
3) Walk to the local tip carrying it.>
All useless!>
Eh? You get one of those oil changer cans from local DIY car store for
a few quid. You drop the oil into that, pop the lid back on then
trundle down to your local council refuse site who'll have a massive
tank you can empty it into.


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Johannes 15 April 2005 20:37:38 permanent link ]
 

petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com wrote:>
I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes."

I couldn't find this on the web site?
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil?

Most council's have places that will receive used engine oil. Look
it up. Naturally, when you hand it to someone who is registered for
conducting the disposal, then you're no longer the disposer, so such
problem never arises. It's in everybody's interest that the used
oil is disposed properly, and never ever pour in the drains.
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AstraVanMan 15 April 2005 21:03:28 permanent link ]
 
I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old> how can I get rid of it?

Why would he take the oil to work with him? Unless he works in a garage
that can dispose of it, I suppose.

You've answered your own question - take it to the local tip yourself. The
council will be registered to be able to conduct the disposal of oil - it's
as simple as that.

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Peter

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Discus."
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Mark W 15 April 2005 21:23:08 permanent link ]
 
<petermcmillan_uk@y­ahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1113577784.352­169.20720@o13g2000cw­o.googlegroups.com..­.>I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old> how can I get rid of it?>



Sell it on Ebay as biodiesel.


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Steve Walker 15 April 2005 21:27:01 permanent link ]
 In message <1113577784.352169.­20720@o13g2000cwo.go­oglegroups.com>,
petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com writes>I just read something from the National Tyres website which says>"Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier>registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of>waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes."

It's bollocks. As others have said, your local council will have
facilities to dispose of it.

Oh, coincidentally, National Tyres sell an oil change service. Now,
isn't it odd that they would wish to promulgate a myth that you must pay
somebody to change your oil for you?

"By the way, while changing your oil, I noticed that your brake pads are
worn, and I'm afraid I can't legally allow you to drive the car away in
that condition"...

Page is here, by the way:

http://www.national­-tyres.co.uk/product­s/oilfil.asp?bhcp=1

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Chris Whelan 15 April 2005 22:03:48 permanent link ]
 Steve Walker wrote:> In message <1113577784.352169.­20720@o13g2000cwo.go­oglegroups.com>, > petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com writes>
I just read something from the National Tyres website which says>> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier>> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of>> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
It's bollocks. As others have said, your local council will have > facilities to dispose of it.

The legislation allows you to transport up to 5 litres for
disposal or up to 20 litres for recovery without any need to
comply with the regulations. As you say, the implication from
National is bollocks. I've emailed them to that effect.

Chris

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Johannes 15 April 2005 22:09:46 permanent link ]
 

Steve Walker wrote:>
[...]>
Page is here, by the way:>

"effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes." - My foot!

Amazing isn't it. Thanks for that reference.
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Chris Street 15 April 2005 22:18:18 permanent link ]
 On Fri, 15 Apr 2005 17:36:56 +0100, Conor wrote:
In article <1113582646.505324.­39020@f14g2000cwb.go­oglegroups.com>, > says...>
Yeah, but I don't wanna be stuck with a house full of oil do I? It's>> not as if you can just tip it down the drain. I suppose I could try>> selling it on ebay ;-)­>>
Here are my suggestions:>>>
1) Paint the garden fence with it now that it is illegal to use>>> creosote.>>>
2) Use it to light garden bonfires.>>>
3) Walk to the local tip carrying it.>>
All useless!>>
Eh? You get one of those oil changer cans from local DIY car store for > a few quid. You drop the oil into that, pop the lid back on then > trundle down to your local council refuse site who'll have a massive > tank you can empty it into.

If you have a diesel then you can just enpty it into your fuel tank.....:-)­

(It's possibly not a good idea btw)
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Petermcmillan Uk 15 April 2005 22:23:17 permanent link ]
 
Johannes wrote:> petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com wrote:> >
I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> > "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> > registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> > waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
I couldn't find this on the web site?

It's not easy to find, but IIRC you click products, and then oil.
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil?>
Most council's have places that will receive used engine oil. Look> it up. Naturally, when you hand it to someone who is registered for> conducting the disposal, then you're no longer the disposer, so such> problem never arises. It's in everybody's interest that the used> oil is disposed properly, and never ever pour in the drains.

Yeah, the site's obviously talking rubbish then. That's where my dad
usually takes it.

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Ted Rubberford 15 April 2005 22:28:01 permanent link ]
 
<petermcmillan_uk@y­ahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1113577784.352­169.20720@o13g2000cw­o.stretchedshitter.c­om...>I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old> how can I get rid of it?>

Dump it in a hedge or along the side of the road.
I've never had any problems disposing of it in that way.

Teddy Rubberford....
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Petermcmillan Uk 15 April 2005 22:30:07 permanent link ]
 
AstraVanMan wrote:> > I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> > "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> > registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> > waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes."> >
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> > never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works.
dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work
(I'm> > not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old
how can I get rid of it?>
Why would he take the oil to work with him? Unless he works in a
garage> that can dispose of it, I suppose.

It's not a garage, but they have big oil drums where the put old oil
in. I think it was oil from their machinery.
You've answered your own question - take it to the local tip
yourself. The> council will be registered to be able to conduct the disposal of oil
- it's> as simple as that.

Yep, I'll do that. Just making sure that the website was talking
rubbish.

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Petermcmillan Uk 15 April 2005 22:33:15 permanent link ]
 
Ted Rubberford wrote:> <petermcmillan_uk@y­ahoo.com> wrote in message> news:1113577784.352­169.20720@o13g2000cw­o.stretchedshitter.c­om...> >I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> > "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> > registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> > waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes."> >
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> > never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works.
dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work
(I'm> > not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old
how can I get rid of it?> >
Dump it in a hedge or along the side of the road.> I've never had any problems disposing of it in that way.

You shouldn't say things like that, and I do hope you're joking! Even
if you are joking you still shouldn't post it on the net!

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Paul Cummins 15 April 2005 23:49:00 permanent link ]
 In article <knu3ehzja63l$.1v61­wf00fyvga$.dlg@40tud­e.net>,
venus.ngfb@chris-st­reet.demon.co.uk (Chris Street) wrote:
If you have a diesel then you can just enpty it into your fuel > tank.....:-)­>
(It's possibly not a good idea btw)

No, mix it 25% with real diesel, but filter it through a nappy liner
first :-)­

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Shazzbat 16 April 2005 00:07:43 permanent link ]
 
Most council's have places that will receive used engine oil. Look> > it up. Naturally, when you hand it to someone who is registered for> > conducting the disposal, then you're no longer the disposer, so such> > problem never arises. It's in everybody's interest that the used> > oil is disposed properly, and never ever pour in the drains.>
Many small garages have their workshops heated by waste oil burners, it
solves their disposal problem and cuts down on heating bills. They could
easily take it off your hands, I had an arrangement with one for several
years. Of course in summer they might be a bit reluctant if they are short
of storage capacity.

Steve


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Guy King 16 April 2005 00:42:19 permanent link ]
 The message <1113577784.352169.­20720@o13g2000cwo.go­oglegroups.com>
from petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com contains these words:
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil?

Can't see why I shouldn't continue to take it to the tank at the local
dump just like I've been doing for twenty five years.

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And the word was Aardvark.


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R. Murphy 16 April 2005 00:59:13 permanent link ]
 Codswallop

Change oil, pour old oil into container and seal up.

Take container to local council tip and ask for oil disposal tank

take container to oil disposal tank, pour oil into tank, throw container
away.

easy peasy.

<petermcmillan_uk@y­ahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1113577784.352­169.20720@o13g2000cw­o.googlegroups.com..­.>I just read something from the National Tyres website which says> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old> how can I get rid of it?>


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AstraVanMan 16 April 2005 01:02:17 permanent link ]
 
You've answered your own question - take it to the local tip yourself.
council will be registered to be able to conduct the disposal of oil -
it's> > as simple as that.>
Yep, I'll do that. Just making sure that the website was talking> rubbish.

Well technically it's true, as people do need to be registered, but it's
talking bollocks in that it makes DIY oil changes a thing of the past, as
pretty much anyone can take their used oil down to the tip.

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Michael Cotton 16 April 2005 03:19:56 permanent link ]
 
"Steve Walker" <steve@otolith.demo­n.co.uk> wrote in message
news:70KTGtill$XCFw­eK@otolith.demon.co.­uk...>
Oh, coincidentally, National Tyres sell an oil change service. Now,> isn't it odd that they would wish to promulgate a myth that you must pay> somebody to change your oil for you?>

That's marketing for you!
"By the way, while changing your oil, I noticed that your brake pads are> worn, and I'm afraid I can't legally allow you to drive the car away in> that condition"...>

I allowed National to change the oil on my car recently. I figured at £20 it
would probably be cheaper than buying decent oil and a filter myself and it
would save me from getting my hands dirty (yes, I'm lazy!). They didn't try
and sell me anything else so none of this "Your brake pads / shock absorbers
/ etc, are shot...." which was refreshing for a fast fit centre.

However, I was rather taken aback when the mechanic[1], after spending a
good 2 minutes looking around the engine bay, removing the oil filler cap,
looking at it and then replacing it, turned to me and said, "Do you know
where the dipstick is mate?".
I wanted to say, "Stood right next to me!" but, as he was going to be
working on my car, I thought better of it.

BTW, the dipstick on my car isn't hidden or hard to find, it's near the
front with a yellow loop on top (contrasts well against the black plastic
inlet manifold).

[1] A chimpanzee would probably be better qualified.

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Petermcmillan Uk 16 April 2005 13:12:09 permanent link ]
 
Michael Cotton wrote:>
I allowed National to change the oil on my car recently. I figured at
£20 it> would probably be cheaper than buying decent oil and a filter myself
and it> would save me from getting my hands dirty (yes, I'm lazy!). They
didn't try> and sell me anything else so none of this "Your brake pads / shock
absorbers> / etc, are shot...." which was refreshing for a fast fit centre.>
However, I was rather taken aback when the mechanic[1], after
spending a> good 2 minutes looking around the engine bay, removing the oil filler
cap,> looking at it and then replacing it, turned to me and said, "Do you
know> where the dipstick is mate?".> I wanted to say, "Stood right next to me!" but, as he was going to be> working on my car, I thought better of it.>
BTW, the dipstick on my car isn't hidden or hard to find, it's near
front with a yellow loop on top (contrasts well against the black
plastic> inlet manifold).>
[1] A chimpanzee would probably be better qualified.

ROFL! I've seen those yellow ones, I could probably find it in the
dark! £20 isn't bad though, but it would be nice if they knew how to
do it.

It reminds me of a funny comedy thing I saw on TV a while ago. There
was a garage/petrol station at the bottom of a hill. These people
towed a car to the top of the hill, with no engine in it. Then they
rolled it down the hill, and steered to the petrol pumps, comming to a
stop. After filling up they turn the key and it doesn't start. They
ask one of the mechanics to look at it. He opens the bonnet, and looks
confused. Opens the boot, and then back at the bonnet. Then he gets
some other mechanics to look, and then after a while they tell the
driver that there's no engine in it! Those mechanics must've been so
confused ROFL!

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Chris Street 17 April 2005 03:37:46 permanent link ]
 On Fri, 15 Apr 2005 21:59:13 +0100, R. Murphy wrote:
Codswallop>
Change oil, pour old oil into container and seal up.>
Take container to local council tip and ask for oil disposal tank>
take container to oil disposal tank, pour oil into tank, throw container > away.>
easy peasy.

It's almost worth a little bit of internet guerilla tactics to sort
National out. Let's just drop off all our old oil on the doorsteps for the
next few weeks....
<petermcmillan_uk@y­ahoo.com> wrote in message > news:1113577784.352­169.20720@o13g2000cw­o.googlegroups.com..­.>>I just read something from the National Tyres website which says>> "Recent environmental legislation dictates that only a carrier>> registered with the environment agency can conduct the disposal of>> waste oil - effectively putting a stop to DIY oil changes.">>
Is this true, and what does it mean for DIY disposal of oil? I've>> never disposed of oil myself, so I don't really know how it works. My>> dad's always taken it to either the local tip, or maybe to work (I'm>> not sure), but he doesn't work there now. If I have a load of old old>> how can I get rid of it?>>
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Petermcmillan Uk 17 April 2005 14:45:21 permanent link ]
 
Chris Street wrote:> On Fri, 15 Apr 2005 21:59:13 +0100, R. Murphy wrote:>
Codswallop> >
Change oil, pour old oil into container and seal up.> >
Take container to local council tip and ask for oil disposal tank> >
take container to oil disposal tank, pour oil into tank, throw
container> > away.> >
easy peasy.>
It's almost worth a little bit of internet guerilla tactics to sort> National out. Let's just drop off all our old oil on the doorsteps
for the> next few weeks....

lol, the only problem is that most of us probably don't need to do an
oil change over the next few weeks!

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Shazzbat 18 April 2005 01:34:11 permanent link ]
 
<petermcmillan_uk@y­ahoo.com> wrote in message
news:1113734721.689­303.157480@l41g2000c­wc.googlegroups.com.­..>
Chris Street wrote:> > On Fri, 15 Apr 2005 21:59:13 +0100, R. Murphy wrote:> >
Codswallop> > >
Change oil, pour old oil into container and seal up.> > >
Take container to local council tip and ask for oil disposal tank> > >
take container to oil disposal tank, pour oil into tank, throw> container> > > away.> > >
easy peasy.> >
It's almost worth a little bit of internet guerilla tactics to sort> > National out. Let's just drop off all our old oil on the doorsteps> for the> > next few weeks....>
lol, the only problem is that most of us probably don't need to do an> oil change over the next few weeks!>

I've got 20 litres or so if you want it.

Steve


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Chris Street 18 April 2005 02:04:49 permanent link ]
 On 17 Apr 2005 03:45:21 -0700, petermcmillan_uk@ya­hoo.com wrote:
Chris Street wrote:>> On Fri, 15 Apr 2005 21:59:13 +0100, R. Murphy wrote:>>
Codswallop>>>
Change oil, pour old oil into container and seal up.>>>
Take container to local council tip and ask for oil disposal tank>>>
take container to oil disposal tank, pour oil into tank, throw> container>>> away.>>>
easy peasy.>>
It's almost worth a little bit of internet guerilla tactics to sort>> National out. Let's just drop off all our old oil on the doorsteps> for the>> next few weeks....>
lol, the only problem is that most of us probably don't need to do an> oil change over the next few weeks!

I do enough miles that I probably swap it every six weeks.

It's due for Wed or so as well but I'll probably leave it till the
weekend....
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