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2. Spacers and standoffs - Wikipedia

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   In general, a spacer is a solid material used to separate two parts in an assembly. Spacers can vary in size from microns to centimeters. They can be made of metal, plastic, glass, and other materials. Shapes include flat sheet, cylindrical and spherical. Two sizes of metal standoffs and one plastic standoff.

3. Shim (spacer) - Wikipedia

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   A shim is a thin and often tapered or wedged piece of material, used to fill small gaps or spaces between objects. [1] Shims are typically used in order to support, adjust for better fit, or provide a level surface. Shims may also be used as spacers to fill gaps between parts subject to wear.

4. Washer (hardware) - Wikipedia

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   Washers are also important for preventing galvanic corrosion, particularly by insulating steel screws from aluminium surfaces. They may also be used in rotating applications, as a bearing. A thrust washer is used when a rolling element bearing is not needed either from a cost-performance perspective or due to space restraints.

5. CPU shim - Wikipedia

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   A CPU shim. A CPU shim (also called CPU spacer) is a shim used between the CPU and the heat sink in a computer. Shims make it easier and less risky to mount a heatsink on the processor because it stabilizes the heatsink, preventing accidental damaging of the fragile CPU packaging. [1] They help distribute weight evenly over the surface.

6. Shim (lock pick) - Wikipedia

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   A shim is a tool that is used to bypass padlocks. It works by retracting the spring-loaded catch that restrains the shackle. It works by retracting the spring-loaded catch that restrains the shackle. Like other types of lockpicks , shims can be professionally made or improvised out of easily available materials like aluminum cans.

7. List of Wheeler Dealers episodes - Wikipedia

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   New battery, condenser, rotor arm, UHT leads and distributor cap. Engine serviced with new spark plugs and fluids. Fuel injector retaining screws refurbished with new O-rings. Kugelfischer pump reconditioned. Brake system overhauled with new master cylinder, front discs, pads, hoses, and rear drums and shoes. Full body respray in original color.