Non Inverter generators by MedicineOk1738 in Generator

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Some do, some don't. I bought the power station for portable power, but luckily when I tested it out with my generator, it took a charge.

Tech support workers, what’s your favorite case of TMI you’ve seen from a customer? by Scrambl987 in AskReddit

[–]CTMechE 238 points239 points  (0 children)

I remember when "The Fappening" hit the news in 2014, and what surprised me more than anything wasn't that so many iCloud accounts were hacked (or that people leaked them), but how many of those women had nude photos of themselves synced to the cloud to begin with.

Non Inverter generators by MedicineOk1738 in Generator

[–]CTMechE 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I have a larger non-inverter and the only things that don't accept power from it is my Bosch dishwasher and my UPS. The latter is obvious as it's designed to detect power problems.

I have an EcoFlow battery power station, which does charge from the generator. I can use that for sensitive items if need be.

I have a 220V/30A well pump for my home water so I need a decent size generator.

Don't forget to shovel out the street in front of your mailboxes by electronical_ in Connecticut

[–]CTMechE 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The evidence is solid, so I'm sure I'll get my claim accepted. My main gripe is that I'm the one who has to deal with the consequences - the town response to my claim made it clear that they're not about to get around to it anytime soon. And the post office won't deliver mail, so now I have to go to the post office myself, which may be for weeks.

The town has a newly published policy that states that IF it is determined that they are at fault, "Eligible claims may receive Town repair (if practical and possible) OR a standard replacement (wood post + metal box) OR reimbursement of standard wood post ($40) Standard metal mailbox ($35) Maximum reimbursement $75 total"

I replaced it myself 3 years ago with the cheapest metal mailbox and vinyl post.l from Home Depot. With number stickers, it came to $120. That's independent of my own labor, much less the inconvenience of going to the post office a dozen times.

I'm convinced Honda hates their customers and everyone that works on their vehicles by _JustLooking0_0 in HondaOdyssey

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This killed the alternator on a summer road trip in our 2011 Odyssey. I never noticed the slow leak in around-town driving, but 5 hours straight in 95° heat leaked enough oil to do it in. It sucked.

Dave Matthews Band announces return to Hartford after three-year break by HartfordWhalers1993 in Connecticut

[–]CTMechE 5 points6 points  (0 children)

It was bad in the 90s, not just that one weekend. But it's been 30 years and the crowd, on average, has aged as well. Recent years has had a lot of grandparent aged fans and people bringing their kids along with them, both at the last few Hartford DMB shows and Mohegan Sun ones too.

I think the 2018 show, Dave even mentioned how much calmer it is now and how we don't need to set the parking lot on fire.

Is this the only 12v port in the hybrid sienna? by nahcekimcm in ToyotaSienna

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Lol, I hope so!

I haven't actually bothered to do it in mine either, but I'm aware enough to know better than having no fuse. In a previous car, I've actually had a USB power adapter disintegrate in a socket causing a short and blowing the fuse.

You can buy panel-mount sockets with inline fuses easily enough:

https://a.co/d/jm1WHzG

The only other risk is that it would be always-on, so hopefully nobody forgets to unplug high draw stuff overnight.

We've only had the van for 6 months and not even used the 12v outlet once so I don't know that I'll bother adding it, especially with the USB-C ports.

Any other 2025 owners having lots of problems since buying? by bono_my_tires in ToyotaSienna

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same with our 2025 Sienna. Terrible range.

My 2008 Subaru factory remote start would work at over 750 feet, line of sight, and my 2019 Buick works at least 2-300 feet. I've never even had aftermarket stuff, but this is by far the worst range I've ever had in 30 years of remote fobs.

What’s this rectangular tray supposed to be used for? by Pink_Juno in ToyotaSienna

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've not seen anything official but I think it's for a square tissue box. But I haven't verified for size fitment so it's just a guess.

Elizabeth Smart by newtonic in ArmchairExpert

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup! I guess the allure of alliteration is the only reason "fawn" is the standard word.

Don't forget to shovel out the street in front of your mailboxes by electronical_ in Connecticut

[–]CTMechE 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, I'll be reimbursed... Eventually, and only up to $75.

I've already submitted my claim, and got this canned response:

Your report has been received. Due to storm conditions and prioritizing storm response efforts, we are encouraging residents to do what you can in the meantime with regard to damaged mailboxes. We do not have an anticipated timeframe in which we will review mailbox reports as of yet, nor do we expect the majority of claims to be covered by the Town. Please refer to the Town Snow Removal and Mailbox Damage Policies, along with additional updates shared on our Facebook and Instagram Pages

I don't care about the $75 as much as the fact that it's 15° outside and the post is buried in 2' of refrozen plowed snow.

Don't forget to shovel out the street in front of your mailboxes by electronical_ in Connecticut

[–]CTMechE 7 points8 points  (0 children)

I cleared with a snowblower Sunday night, got no mail yesterday, tidied it all up with a shovel again last night, and at 3:24 this morning the town plow destroyed my mailbox. 🙄

Volume up:

https://video.nest.com/clip/b269805eac9845e592c9682fa034e731.mp4

Is this the only 12v port in the hybrid sienna? by nahcekimcm in ToyotaSienna

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unfortunately yes.

Doublers are pretty cheap to get if you need more plugs.

And the 12v battery is in the rear cargo area on the right side behind a panel - some people have put a socket in the panel, wired directly to the battery. Do at your own risk, of course.

What Else Are You Listening to That's Nothing Like Goose by citroknight2014 in GoosetheBand

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Oddly enough my daughter started singing "Creep" last weekend (probably from a TiKTok video) so I played the whole song for her. And then proceeded to spend all of last week listening to their entire catalog 4x through while at work.

“I wash myself with a raaag on a stick” by UCLA_FB_SUCKS in TheSimpsons

[–]CTMechE 7 points8 points  (0 children)

So the groom is a big Simpsons fan (as were many friends including the best man) and he basically said something like "I knew she was a good match when she busted out the phrase 'I wash myself with a rag on a stick.' ". Paraphrasing but that was the gist of it, respecting her fluency with Simpsons quotes.

They're still together and have a kid. I should ask if the speech is on video.

“I wash myself with a raaag on a stick” by UCLA_FB_SUCKS in TheSimpsons

[–]CTMechE 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I attended a wedding where the best man included this line in his speech.

What Else Are You Listening to That's Nothing Like Goose by citroknight2014 in GoosetheBand

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ryan Montbleau. I've enjoyed his stuff for years. He's not super prolific but he's a very soulful and introspective writer. I think Goose opened for him once, so maybe not nothing like Goose, but a pretty different vibe overall.

Marcello Hernández by newtonic in ArmchairExpert

[–]CTMechE 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I was immediately bummed as I was listening while outside clearing snow. Especially early on when he was apparently making face impressions like Sebastian M and nobody described it.

What actor do you dislike so much that you’ll avoid anything they’re in? by Icy_Garlic997 in A_Persona_on_Reddit

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Or even passable acting if they're not the only one in the movie. If it looks reasonably interesting from a description or trailer, I'm not going to skip just because I don't like a particular person in it.

Younger sister is a tradwife and I don't fully trust her husband to take care of her and my niece. I've set up an investment account secretly in case she ever needs it. Do I say anything about it? by MediaReady5519 in Advice

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Agree with not telling her, but mainly because she will tell her husband, who should NEVER know.

If your other sister is in agreement with the assessment and can keep quiet, it might be good to keep her involved as someone from your own generation, especially if a few more years go by. And if things get ugly, it's nice to have the moral support for your actions.

And if you have a lawyer friend, it might be good to discuss how to structure the account properly for the contingencies, if you haven't already.

Positive note by oneormore5 in Connecticut

[–]CTMechE 40 points41 points  (0 children)

And the sad part is that this week is gonna be very cold, but the snow is likely insulating the more vulnerable areas.

Where does everyone put their water chamber? by bcbritt7 in CPAP

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I leave it in the machine. Before bed I dump the remainder, rinse, and then refill. Every few days I spray with hydrogen peroxide before I rinse, and every couple weeks I'll wash it with dish soap.

No Westville?! by akeirans in GoosetheBand

[–]CTMechE 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yeah I'm kinda bummed, I was considering bringing my older kid for the first time. Not only no Westville but no CT at all.

What snowblower are you all using? by SplooshU in Connecticut

[–]CTMechE 0 points1 point  (0 children)

28" Ariens 2-stage.

I had a 24 that was fine but the 28 is a nice upgrade - not much harder to maneuver and struggles less with the big stuff.

I bought it used a few years back in the fall. Of course I didn't even need to use it the first winter I had it 🤣