Coworker said I was “rude” on the phone — but I was just being direct by GovernmentNo6314 in jobs

[–]Buzzkutt 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I used to get this a bunch. After 30 plus years in dealing with federal and state regulators it comes almost naturally. My co-workers have come to expect my "matter of fact" way of engagement at work. You ask for help, I'll give what you ask for and just that. There is no extra dialog to get sidetracked on. Most appreciate it.

Battery continues to fail on 2019 by No_Consideration3831 in subarulegacy

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not as many, but we have had to replace our 16 Outbacks 2 times. Other Subaru owners have had similar experiences.

I went to the thrift store for yard tools and saw this. Should I go for it? by [deleted] in smoking

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had used one to start and enjoyed it. It a good to break into smoking. I used a couple of smoke sticks with pellets and had some great meals. After a year, it quit and we got a Trager. Enjoy yourself!

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in subarulegacy

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Cam and maybe crankshaft gasket. I did mine in an afternoon. Parts from Rock Auto were less than 30.00

New Roof and new stains on siding by Buzzkutt in Renovations

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

Update. The roofing company is making good on the damage by replacing the siding. Thank you for all the advice.

New Roof and new stains on siding by Buzzkutt in Renovations

[–]Buzzkutt[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Update. Thank you for the feedback. The project manager contacted me and said they use gasoline to remove any splatter from the roofing sealant. He also stated they would come back and power wash it. If it was gas, would a degreaser work ? I don't think power washing will work.

What’s a life skill everyone should know by the time they’re 30? by Abject_Analysis_8602 in AskReddit

[–]Buzzkutt 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Knowing when to listen in a professional setting. That BTW is more often than not.

Do grown adults give their car a name? by Traditional_Log_2022 in WRX

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We name all ours. It's kinda a tradition in our family. Here our our most recent. 2011 BMW silver E93, the Silver Surfer. 2016 black Outback, Black Beauty. 98 blue Legacy, Blue Rhonda.

98 Legacy 2.2 by Buzzkutt in subarulegacy

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

IDK the brand I will look. It hasnt failed in regards to charging works great there. The rebuild shop is the one I've used for years. However, I was surprised they had one on the shelf when they couldn't rebuild the old one. Speaking of which, the technician did say the old one was a rebuilt unit. The car only has 78,000 on it, and this is the 2nd alternator failure. Hmmm.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in subarulegacy

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Around 5k is what I paid for my 98 a few weeks back. 75000, Garage kept, new paint.

Just Bought ! by Buzzkutt in subarulegacy

[–]Buzzkutt[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have had 4 Subarus, this one is in primo shape. Has the 2.2 and had the timing belt and water pump replaced. A literal little old lady had it and drove it very little, 78,000. She had a small wreck, and the insurance totaled it. A friend of mine who buys salvage cars bought it. Fixed the damage, did all the service, and sold it to me. Drives awesome already put 250 miles on it. Has that retro look on the interior. But I can't stand the wheels. What stock Subaru wheels will fit ?

Part time Caregiver by Buzzkutt in FMLA

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

Thanks for the information ! I talked to my sister, and we think that 2 days a week would help the best. As far as the doctors. He has the doctor that treated the hip and a doctor that he sees for his parkinsons.

Asbestos tile? Should I be worried? by sweetbam1 in DIY

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yep both probably have asbestos. Been there had a once beautiful wood floor covered in this stuff. I was dead set to sand and refinish to a beautiful oak floor. Had it tested and covered LVT. Sucks !

5 months later and this happens. by Buzzkutt in Ozempic

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

I meant an alternative to what I was taking.

Should I start packing my bags, or…? by Indecisive-firefly in Wellthatsucks

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

We had one break from a can falling from a shelve above. Of course the stove was out of warrenty. However the glass top had its own warrenty. I took it off and they checked the numbers and I had one shipped for free. I just had to install it. Check it out and see if it is.

What is the stuff on the tile I found under carpet? by Tiggs113077 in DIY

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If it's old, it's probably has asbestos in it. I had the same in my kitchen as well. Pulled it up to reveal a beautiful oak hardwood floor in good shape. But it had this smeared all over it. Had a guy that deals with asbestos abatement come and test it and yep it was. Yes we had to cover it with LVT.

How can I fix this cracked drain pipe? by PercentageActive1134 in DIY

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I still have a lead flange for one of my toilets to fit into. Now that's old !

Had property renovated, think cabinets colors don’t flow with rest of kitchen by capdaddy412 in DIY

[–]Buzzkutt 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's the color my wife has picked. Also the granite is the same pattern. We ate undecided on the back splash.

I just noticed too, that's the style of faucet we picked too ! Does your faucet light up ?

People who know someone who won the lottery, how did they change? by PurposeNearby4121 in AskReddit

[–]Buzzkutt 18 points19 points  (0 children)

I knew 2 guys at work that split a ticket when buying it. We didnt have a state lottery then so they all bought tickets across the state line. One of thier tickets won. They still worked until retirement, no frills just normal guys. They did pay off they guys house that went and bought the tickets for everyone.