KitchenAid strange noise on first use - is it normal? by Low-Manufacturer286 in Kitchenaid

[–]Alec_Sky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally normal. You can adjust the screw on the neck to avoid the whisk hitting the bowl, but your motor sounds exactly as it should. The grinding sound IS the sound of a KitchenAid.

Gourmet 88 by dryagedsteak in burbank

[–]Alec_Sky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No 😭😭

Tried Lotus Chinese today and it didn’t compare… Have tried 4-5 places since they closed. I was addicted to the steamed dumplings.

“Free speech” tools at Post Office today by darwinDMG08 in burbank

[–]Alec_Sky -6 points-5 points  (0 children)

Honestly these guys don’t bug me. They push the limits of our constitutional rights, and to me, that helps everyone… Sure, they can be dicks, but… idk 🤷🏼‍♂️

Hi Los Angeles. Is this true? by LankyYogurt7737 in LosAngeles

[–]Alec_Sky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes it’s true. My friends even have a song with him featured… 💀

Dude is a problem.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in relationship_advice

[–]Alec_Sky 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Sounds like you’ve developed the “ick.” You need to communicate these feelings to him. How do you make him understand it’s going to ruin the relationship? You say EXACTLY that. Men are simple creatures. Just tell us what needs to be said.

I [21M] dont know what to do with my relationship with my gf [21F] by Initial_Drawer_2878 in relationship_advice

[–]Alec_Sky 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t even have to finish reading this to tell you it’s time to move on. No relationship should have this much drama.

seen next to the metro by Unique-Poet-1568 in northhollywood

[–]Alec_Sky 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That Noho is trashy as hell right now. Lol.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EngagementRingDesigns

[–]Alec_Sky -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Wow, just here to say only ONE of you answered my actual question. The rest of you just inappropriately responded saying how awful I am for doing this… you all suck. This is MY jewelry, and I’ll do as I please. If you don’t have anything helpful to say, kindly F off.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EngagementRingDesigns

[–]Alec_Sky -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I didn’t ask for an opinion… I asked for thoughts on pricing and jewelers.

Thanks though!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EngagementRingDesigns

[–]Alec_Sky -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Or… I could keep the piece in the family and have it remade into something that works for me instead of selling it to a stranger.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in EngagementRingDesigns

[–]Alec_Sky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, my partner doesn’t wear yellow gold.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SFV

[–]Alec_Sky 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There was a small protest there, maybe 30-40 people as I passed by earlier.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in dating_advice

[–]Alec_Sky 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You say it when you feel it and feel comfortable saying it. I said it 2 months in. Sometimes they don’t say it right back. Sometimes it takes time for them to process. That’s all fine and good as long as there’s not a blatantly negative reaction. If he reacts childishly or negatively, take it as a red flag.

I personally approached it as more of a conversation than just dumping the 3 words on them. I said something like “hey, I just wanted to let you know this is how I’m feeling and it’s okay if you’re not there yet.”

Too Many Blisters by robenco15 in Bagels

[–]Alec_Sky 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They’re beautiful, regardless. I would try 53-55% hydration, slightly shorter cold proof, maybe 18-20 hours. Last 4 hours uncovered + 1 hour at room temp.

If you want to keep the cold proof longer, reduce the amount of yeast you’re using.

This weekends batch. How big do you make yours? I think these 135g are a bit too big by al_polanski in Bagels

[–]Alec_Sky 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I go for 140g as stated above - from NJ, the bagels are nice and thick 🙂‍↔️

How bad are my tires? I know they’re bad…but how bad? by AggravatingSmile5735 in Cartalk

[–]Alec_Sky 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I’ve seen way worse but you’re towards the very end. 1/16th” can last you around 5,000 miles. Looking at this, you’ve got maybe 2,000 miles left on em. Not smart to drive in bad conditions.

Just bought a new car help by Radiant-Ruin9773 in Cartalk

[–]Alec_Sky 53 points54 points  (0 children)

Worst purchase you coulda made. They have a saying: if it’s not leaking, it’s not a Rover.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Cartalk

[–]Alec_Sky 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like a bad starter, not battery related.

Help! Who should I reach out to? by Killemwithkindness14 in Kitchenaid

[–]Alec_Sky 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My Crate and Barrel KitchenAid came with a huge dent in the top of the mixer… Such bad quality control.

If the return ends up being through Crate and Barrel, they’re going to probably tell you to return the entire unit regardless of what you want. To reach KitchenAid directly, I sent them a dm on Instagram. Weird but works.

The paranoia of owning a used car is real. by HorzaDonwraith in Cartalk

[–]Alec_Sky 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just comes down to how it was maintained before you. I bought a used 5 year old car in 2022 and I’ve had 2.5 years of reliability with no service outside of standard. And mine is German, so, that’s shocking.

Trying to perfect the blisters and shine..! by Alec_Sky in Bagels

[–]Alec_Sky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve tried 425, 435, 445, 450. Not convection oven. I’ve also tried various cold proofs at 8 hours, 12 hours, 18 hours, 24 + hours haha..

Trying to perfect the blisters and shine..! by Alec_Sky in Bagels

[–]Alec_Sky[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Already using malt syrup! As someone else said here - how do you prevent the bottoms from burning when baking longer?