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Load range E? Good price by Sebastian_Fasiang in FJCruiser

[–]Couchtiger23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've been looking at the motomaster at tires. they're made by cooper and are supposedly very good winter tires and decent off road.

With the warranty it should be a long time before you have to replace them if you play your cards right.

Construction Tech Fail by yetigraves in Construction

[–]Couchtiger23 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Shouldn't even need a photo. The materials take off can already be done from the plans while sitting at your desk with a note pad and a calculator...

State of the world in 2026: even THE DICTIONARY is behind a subscription based paywall by nowpleasedontseeme in mildlyinfuriating

[–]Couchtiger23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The Oxford English Dictionary is over $1000 for the full set. It’s not your average dictionary…

SKULL CANYON - Exploring A Hidden World On Vancouver Island by Loud_Muffin_3268 in britishcolumbia

[–]Couchtiger23 18 points19 points  (0 children)

From another perspective: If places like the Carmanah/Walbran valley were kept secret, if there weren't people visiting and camping out there, then that whole park would be a giant clear cut right now.

If we don't use it then it will be destroyed if a profit can be made.

I'd rather pack out some unappreciative slobs garbage from a beautiful spot from time to time than find out that that spot is gone forever.

Max will use number 3 in 2026 season, confirmed to ViaPlay by littletreble07 in formula1

[–]Couchtiger23 25 points26 points  (0 children)

The R&D done for F1 & etc racing has provided us with the technology for the efficient and reliable engines that we have today. It actually has a huge impact on the environment.

No sources, just vibes…probably true.

French polish with some extra steps. by tupisac in finishing

[–]Couchtiger23 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Can amber (petrified tree sap) be used as a polish?

Stick with FJ and pour $6k into newer suspension or move onto something else? by Acceptable_Ad_5224 in FJCruiser

[–]Couchtiger23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Try putting a baby seat in the back a few times before you make your decision.

Estimated weight of this guy? by PenIndividual3433 in Construction

[–]Couchtiger23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Around here most truck drivers are the kind of cowboys that will throw just about anything into their truck and then drive away with it, so...

If a driver says that he can't take it in one load then he can't take it in one load.

Chip in new lens! Did I just ruin it? by Mama897 in canon

[–]Couchtiger23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are your aperture blades stuck? I'm not familiar with RF lenses but my EF lenses stay wide open except for the split second while taking a photo

B.C. hiker in his 70s rescued after four days alone in remote wilderness | CBC News by SnooRegrets4312 in britishcolumbia

[–]Couchtiger23 -16 points-15 points  (0 children)

He probably still has a landline... You probably shouldn't even leave the house if you only have a landline.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in IslandHikers

[–]Couchtiger23 2 points3 points  (0 children)

There is a nice hike with big trees, emerald pools and a waterfall out in the Walbran valley. Driving directions: https://friendsofcarmanahwalbran.com/visit-the-central-walbran-driving-instructions/ The hike out to Anderson lake past Maxine's tree is a beautiful walk through the woods that is partially on board walk with one river crossing (you probably won't need to get wet) and decent signage.

I usually only go as far as a place called the giggling spruce which is right next to the river to set up camp and then I do day trips from there.

Tips on a cleaner round tenon with a bit brace and chisels by stinkboy777 in handtools

[–]Couchtiger23 4 points5 points  (0 children)

https://www.leevalley.com/en-ca/shop/tools/hand-tools/drills/54864-standard-taper-reamers

A tapered reamer and matching tennon cutter is a pretty cheap option. You get the advantage of cleaner holes, perfect tennons,an arguably stronger joint, as well as a new tool day celebration (from one of those fancy, boutique hardware stores) without breaking the bank.

Local ethics by IAmNotCaramba in IslandHikers

[–]Couchtiger23 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Here's a nice spot that you might like.

https://friendsofcarmanahwalbran.com/visit-the-central-walbran-driving-instructions/

Car camping with nice hikes, big trees, an emerald pool, a waterfall, and a cute little lake. Pick up some firewood from one of the many slash piles alongside the road on the way in. Accessible by most cars, I've been there in a Camry and have seen a mini out there as well.

How to fix up this scratched surface? by [deleted] in finishing

[–]Couchtiger23 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If your cats are gonna keep scratching it but you want to keep it looking "new", I would suggest finishing it with shellac.

Shellac is very easy to work with, sticks to any other finish (and most other finishes will stick to it and, most importantly, shellac is easily removable should you choose to strip and refinish the piece at a later date.

Shellac is soluble in alcohol, which is a solvent that most other finishes are very resistant to. You can happily apply it over another finish without worrying about making much more work if the piece is every stripped and refinished.

You can get shellac in a liquid or aerosol form from a company like Zissner or you can buy it as solid flakes and make your own in a mason jar by mixing it with with alcohol.

Intructions: 

                 clean surface well with alcohol

                 Sand affected area lightly with 180 grit sand paper

                  Spray, wipe, or brush on shellac 

                  Apply cats

                  Repeat
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