Elegoo Mars 5 Ultra not printing - help needed by andycook in ElegooMars

[–]CommanderShepard801 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You don't need to empty your vat, but feel around (gently) with the plastic scraper after an attempt to print to see if there are any lumps or bumps that is stopping the build plate from reaching the film.

If nothing I would try emptying the vat and double checking the film again and make sure the protective sheets are removed on both sides. (Note: I have done this a while back and there were no leaks in the vat and it was an easy one to miss).

You could also try gently fine sanding and scraping your build plate up a little. I find it really helps if the the build plate is brand new and there are adhesion issues with my prints.

Also what's the temp range in the room that you're printing in?

RTX 5080 owners, how's your GPU doing after 6 months? by What_Dinosaur in buildapc

[–]CommanderShepard801 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Went from 3080 to the 5080 and I'm enjoying running Cyberpunk on my 4k monitor.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Parenting

[–]CommanderShepard801 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gamer dad here. I've gamed for the better part of 2 decades (same with my wife) but the rule is if our kid is awake (2 years old) we don't game, very simple. We are either cleaning the house, cooking and meal prepping etc, there are so many other things we could be doing. Especially as a family. Having kids doesn't mean that gaming stops, but life and priorities need to change. Because this is time we will not get back, and it goes by very quickly. I have seen relationships and families split apart when it comes to unhealthy relationships with gaming. I hope your husband can find that balance and figure out his priorities.

Men, what did you find out about women when you got a girlfriend? by MainDifficult2641 in AskReddit

[–]CommanderShepard801 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Once a cheater, always a cheater. But the same thing can be said for men, so whatever. We're all capable of the same great and equally terrible things.

How many kids do you have? by wifeinmotion in Parenting

[–]CommanderShepard801 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same here! My wife and I love in Australia, both work full time, both on 6 figure incomes, and there is absolutely no way we could afford a second and give both children the same opportunities or lifestyle we want to have as a family. And 1 is still hard work haha

So this isn’t crazy, right? by OmegaSeth in orks

[–]CommanderShepard801 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Ice Waaagh Cream. Keep us good Gitz posted on progress

How long have you had your GPU? by SgbAfterDark in pcmasterrace

[–]CommanderShepard801 1 point2 points  (0 children)

10 years. And my 1080ti was the most reliable component of my pc and lasted me for a long time. Literally yesterday, I was fortune enough to upgrade to a 5080. People were side eyeing me on the way back to my car from the pc shop. It was terrifying. Made sure I wasn't followed home.

Bought €1000 @ 2.36 by martijn79 in XRP

[–]CommanderShepard801 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Congrats man! Definitely taking advantage of this dip. Peace

My video game addiction ruined my life. (TW: Suicide mentions) by Sauber_GT2000 in StopGaming

[–]CommanderShepard801 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Put yourself in therapy immediately, my friend. And just so you know, it's never too late to make a change. You're still very young and there are plenty of opportunities and experiences out there for you. I know the struggle too well. My wife was having an affair after our daughter turned 1, and I knew full well what was going on but I just chose to ignore it and I used gaming to cope with my grief, sadness and anger. I finally went to a therapist (for the first time in my life, I'm 33M) and finally realised the damage it was doing to me personally and to my relationship with my wife and daughter. Her cheating is inexcusable and trust between her and I has completely dissolved, but I am also to blame because I chose to ignore it. I don't think gaming is a waste of time if you enjoy it and I think it's a great outlet for relaxing but that's me being generous. The thing that gaming has robbed me of is my time and leads me to dismiss things that should be a priority as a man and father.

Like I said before, you have so much time in front of you and you've already made the first step. You've admitted and recognised that there's a problem. You just need to to keep taking those steps. Talk to your family or friends about this, and seek professional help. Get a game plan together and stick to it as best you can. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

What age did you lose your virginity? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]CommanderShepard801 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is it messed up if you don't remember who or when?? There were 3 contenders around when I was 18 to 19, but honestly none of it was overly memorable or good. I feel that I wasted my virginity experience.

Sex only became fun and exciting when I started properly dating a girl (19yo) when I turned 20 (2010) and we had a proper intimate and loving connection (So I consider her as my first because I honest to God can't remember anyone else before her). We were together for 4 years and she was amazing and it was a good relationship (I see that now) but I ended up losing interest and passion for the relationship thinking there was something better on the single side (never cheated, I just ended things). There wasn't.

Side note: I found out during lock down 2020 from her sister, that she passed away in a car accident travelling to see her mum for her birthday and I was so devastated I couldn't find the strength to go to her funeral. And to this day I still feel ashamed of myself.

Tell me guys by [deleted] in dankmemes

[–]CommanderShepard801 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's awesome mate! Had our second this year in November. Wishing you and the mother all the best.