🧰 Xcat – DIY Help, Tool Advice & Real Solutions
Welcome to the Xcat Community, a friendly place for DIYers, tradespeople and tool users to share advice, solve problems and learn from real experience. Whether you’re choosing the right tool, fixing a project issue, or looking for trusted recommendations, the Xcat Community connects you with people who actually use the tools.
Here you can ask questions, post project photos, discuss tools, and help others build better results. In addition, members earn loyalty points for contributing helpful answers and sharing their knowledge.
What You Can Do in the Xcat Community
- Get practical DIY advice from experienced users
- Discuss power tools, batteries, and workshop setups
- Share project ideas, fixes and techniques
- Earn Xcat points for helpful contributions
For product recommendations, browse our Power Tools, Power Tool Batteries, and Power Tool Accessories. For official UK safety guidance, you can also visit the Health & Safety Executive.
Finally, if you’re new here, introduce yourself and let the Xcat Community help you get started.
Last seen: Jun 8, 2026
Sounds daft, but have you checked the carb? Mine did exactly the same thing last summer. Fresh fuel, good spark, sounded like it wanted to start, then...
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A further thought... let us know how you get on with your first batch? Terry
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Update 16/03/26 Quick update on the Xcat App project. Development is still underway and we’re continuing to build out the core features. The main g...
Another thing that causes splitting is driving screws too close to the edge of timber.For hardwood you sometimes need a slightly larger pilot hole.