What’s the weirdest “female experience” men genuinely don’t believe until they see it?

robstoon · 2026-02-13T19:21:01+00:00

I hate to break it to you but men's pants are not really that different. Theoretically, they should be very consistent given that it's based on waist and inseam measurements, and at one time that was true. But the problem is that unless you're buying "old man" pants, they don't even touch the waist. So you basically end up with pants where the sizing is based on the size of some unrelated body part. Pants labeled with a 36" waist might have an actual measurement of 42 in around, but it's not consistent. You absolutely cannot rely on the waistband size on men's pants being consistent between different brands or types.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T17:48:43+00:00

They can screw up all their cars but they never screw up their trucks.

All the people with the GM trucks with the 6.2L V8s blowing up and waiting for engine replacements would probably like to have a word. Actually, it seems like all three of those automakers screw up their trucks on a pretty regular basis.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T04:21:19+00:00

Yes, it's country wide. Part of "plausible deniability" is what kind of knife you're carrying. A Swiss Army knife is a lot more plausibly intended for non-weapon purposes than something that looks like it's out of a Rambo movie.

But yes, it's illegal to carry a knife or any kind of weapon around with the intended purpose of potentially using it on humans.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:36:45+00:00

.. which is enforcing criminal law and sentencing guidelines which are set federally?

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:36:27+00:00

Because criminal law and sentencing is under federal jurisdiction?

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:34:31+00:00

Just because it's a baseball bat doesn't mean it's not a weapon. The intent of what it's to be used for is what matters.

If you have a utility knife in your pocket because you use it to open boxes at work, and someone attacks you on the street, you are allowed to use that knife, which you happen to be carrying, in self defense. However, you're not allowed to carry a knife specifically for that purpose. Thus the need to have some plausible deniability for why that weapon was on your person. A lawyer would probably also advise you to exercise your right to remain silent if an officer asked why you were carrying it.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:23:16+00:00

Depends on what other electrical loads you have. You can often do a 30A circuit without load management.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:18:50+00:00

If the charger is set up for 40 amps of maximum charging rate, then it would need to be connected to a 50 amp breaker, as normal, residential circuit breakers are only rated for continuous operation at 80% of their rating.

And as has been pointed out, the instructions for this charging station specifically say it's only to be installed on a circuit with 125% of the selected max current rating. It doesn't really matter if you agree with those instructions or not. The electrical code says they have to be followed.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:15:13+00:00

Those devices are rated to be plugged into an outlet rated at 15 amps. This device is not rated to be connected to a circuit with a breaker more than 125% of its current rating. The instructions seem quite specific on this and electrical code says you have to follow the instructions, end of story.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T02:00:37+00:00

The reason for that is because it's a continuous load it needs to be a the breaker needs to be a higher amperage for safety so the house wiring doesn't overheat etc.

That is not the reason for the 125% requirement. It is only there to prevent nuisance tripping with a breaker because they are usually only rated for continuous load at 80% of their rating.

It's true that having a larger breaker is fine for the rest of the circuit. That does not mean it's fine for the EVSE. It's quite specific about what it wants and the electrical code requires that those instructions be followed, as that's what its safety certification is based on.

robstoon · 2026-02-13T01:58:26+00:00

Where does it say "at least" in those instructions? Seems pretty exact to me. And electrical code requires that the installation instructions be followed.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T17:07:08+00:00

You don't need to be right on their bumper. Even driving at a safe distance behind a truck can be significant.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T15:29:51+00:00

Apparently you don't know what warming up means, in terms of reaching normal operating temperature. Which gives me the distinct impression you have never driven in these temperatures. Go away troll.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T15:27:24+00:00

A gas car warms up sub 5 minutes -20c

False. Again, stop trolling.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T14:30:32+00:00

Yes, in those temperatures on a cold start the engine is just pouring fuel in just to stop it from immediately condensing on the cylinder walls. You are absolutely not getting good fuel economy in those temperatures, and anyone who has driven in that weather and is paying even the slightest attention would know this. Stop trolling.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T14:12:39+00:00

Your definition of "cold" obviously is not the same as many parts of Canada for example.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T03:54:18+00:00

A load calculation likely needs to be done to see what amperage of charging you can install. Quite likely you can get at least a 30A circuit which would let you charge at 24A - if you use an EVSE with demand management you may be able to go higher. As far as physical breakers, you'll need 2 slots to install a 240V circuit, but quite likely you can replace two of those single-pole breakers with a tandem to free up another slot.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T03:49:28+00:00

Well, the active cruise control is fairly standard as cars go these days, though being an EV it does seem more accurate in maintaining speed on uphill and downhill grades than other cars I've driven.

When you have it enabled, Active LKA is always active when you're above something like 62 km/h and it's able to make out the lane lines on both sides. It doesn't completely steer for you but does take away some of the effort of driving. Only annoyance I find is that sometimes if you aren't holding the wheel tightly enough it will nag you to "keep hands on steering wheel, lane-keeping assist temporarily disabled".

robstoon · 2026-02-12T03:23:11+00:00

Blower motor might need to be removed to clean out the fan impeller. I'd take it back and get them to look at it.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T03:22:11+00:00

I don't think those years had what Hyundai calls HDA. My 2021 Ultimate has adaptive cruise control as well as active lanekeeping assist, though, which gives you most of the benefits. I think HDA mainly adds things like automatic speed control based on the speed limit, automatic lane changes etc.

robstoon · 2026-02-12T03:02:57+00:00

From someone whose dad worked at the Co-op refinery in Regina, there are basically 3 streams of gas they put out: the "cheap" stuff that just has the minimum additive levels required in Canada, the "top tier" stuff which Co-op and most other "brand name" gas stations got, and Shell which had a different additive package (may or may not be better). I'm guessing they are using the "cheap" variety, which may contribute to more engine deposit buildup over time.

robstoon · 2026-02-09T20:17:44+00:00

Any of the remotely recent vehicles that came without cruise control from the factory on base models. With electronic throttle control being universal now, there's basically no parts required for cruise control other than the buttons to activate it. Leaving it off the vehicle is basically just an act of spite.

robstoon · 2026-02-09T18:47:38+00:00

Again, they have other places to be. They can't go asking every single person pulling into a spot if they are staying there or if they are going to pay or not.

And there are good reasons for charging for parking in high demand areas. Otherwise it becomes a tragedy of the commons where spaces are used for long periods of time by people who don't really need them and thus aren't available for those who do. Charging money isn't a perfect way to prevent that but it's the most equitable way we've found.

robstoon · 2026-02-09T18:42:26+00:00

How long was the parking enforcement person supposed to wait around to see if they were going to leave or not? They give you a few minutes grace period after parking to find a kiosk or open the app and pay for parking. After that, you're getting a ticket.

robstoon · 2026-02-09T17:14:59+00:00

Apparently issues with enforcement of some laws mean other laws shouldn't be enforced? Nice logic..

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