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CHRISTMAS parallel to one another (but not as joins for strained fence wires). to do the odd repair, or to build a small enclosure, one is A pair of quality J-clip pliers ill-prepared and has to resort costs R400, while the heavyduty clips themselves are to twisting up bits of binding available by weight, at R45 wire to fashion what is per 500g, or R85 per kg. required. For more information: Thus, a pair of J-clip pliers Maxishare, tel 087 351and box of clips will make a 4871/2/3 lovely present for the handy smallholder who does projects on the plot, and who has an otherwise well-stocked toolkit. Medium-weight and heavy duty clips and pliers are available, the heavy-duty clips being about 1mm gauge. Shaped like a J, these are put around the two strands of weldmesh to be joined and squeezed into a loop by the pliers. J-clips can also be used to join any two bits of wire lying Hydro 800 pond pump and fountain From page 25 Pond fountain pump T his festive holiday, if you're looking for a small project around the home, why not convert your patio pond into a babbling fountain? A small fountain pump with a Jet kit will make a great gift, and it's a little DIY fountain project for anyone. The Hydro 800 pump with three-function jet kit is the perfect gift for anyone who enjoys their garden or patio. Simply attach one of the three fountain nozzles to the pump outlet, place the pump in a large bowl or your shallow pond filled with water and switch on to enjoy the tranquil atmosphere that a water fountain creates. 28 www.sasmallholder.co.za The pump has a maximum flow of 1,3m and 800 litres per hour, low energy consumption of only 16W and a 1,5m cable with two point plug to attach to your 200V socket. A telescopic tube is included for fitting to the jet of your choice and the pump has adjustable flow. The pump is availbale from www.hydropumps.co.za For more information: 012 807-3256 Continued on page 29