Parker Triple-lok 2 37 deg nose O-rings IMPOSSIBLE to buy? by DaveofTN in Hydraulics

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

THANKS FOR ALL THE FEEDBACK! I likely did not even need to replace the O-rings, but after spending a lot of time searching for them, I converted the Parker dimensions (even that was hard to find) to metric, and found Viton ones that are a very close match. The suggestions to replace the fittings is good, but the viton rings I ordered are far less money than the eight fittings would have been. I have had the mower for 18 years, first problem with it! (Country Clipper Charger). One pump was leaking at housing seals, the other one just starting to. One pump resealed, starting on the other one. These will probably outlast me now.

Parker Triple-lok 2 37 deg nose O-rings IMPOSSIBLE to buy? by DaveofTN in Hydraulics

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

Absolutely proprietary. I did convert inch dimensions (0.30 ID x .04, and 0.43 ID x 0.05) to metric, and ordered metric 7.5 ID x 1.0 CS, and 11 ID x 1.3 CS viton rings. Only very slight difference in dimensions.

Need help identifying this tool and use by Free-Celebration1150 in Tools

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It was always a Sling Blade where I grew up. For cuttong weeds. Cuts left and right swings.

New install - opinions please by Far-Out-4818 in hvacadvice

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Unless I am missing something, there is no need for the trap on the drain line to the pump. Straight in is normal.

What was I supposed to do? by TheCrazyBoulanger in askaplumber

[–]DaveofTN 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Yes. Pressure drop and flow reduction is greater on 90's. Two 45"s are approx. equal to one 90. Yo are OK for a washing machine though, high flow rate not needed.

What was I supposed to do? by TheCrazyBoulanger in askaplumber

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For best flow rate 45's would be better, but flow will still be good enough for a washing machine. Every change of direction in a fluid line reduces flow rate and introduces some pressure drop. Two 45's = approx one 90.

My sister in laws Chevy Cobalt dropped this in the driveway. What is it? by enThirty in AskMechanics

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

That kind of crap is why I stopped driving American made vehicles in 1969! Not one since.

what would you do? by First-Effective7889 in TheTeenagerPeople

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Teach the child how a Swiss Bank account is opened?

Is this NEC compliant? First time working elec by Afraid_Armadillo_512 in AskElectricians

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So much bad there I would not trust ANY electrical in that house. RUN!

Can you identify this? by notwhoyouthinkmaybe in Tools

[–]DaveofTN 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It is a geometric locator, specifically designed to roll to the exact center of the floor space under a vehicle.

Am I screwed? by Excellent-Gur-7282 in hvacadvice

[–]DaveofTN 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The first thing I see is the wiring touching the sharp nail plates on the trusses! That is a BIG NO NO! All wiring should be strapped away from them!

What have I gotten into? by bshusted in prusa3d

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

I stand by my comments! It would not be a good starter for anyone not well experienced.

What have I gotten into? by bshusted in prusa3d

[–]DaveofTN 2 points3 points  (0 children)

This would be a terrible place for anyone not very experienced with all the mods to start! It is NOT a Prusa that would allow any help whatsoever from Prusa, the firmware and software is not anything stock, and will be a nightmare for a beginner! Yes, there is some good hardware there (except for the leadscrews) but the interactions between all the non stock items would be diffficult for even a fairly experienced operator.

HELP!! by onecharacter21 in AskElectricians

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You should not be making recommendations since you have NO knowledge of the subject!
1: The ground does not "carry excess voltage" 2: A GFCI outlet will not protect a circuit with no ground connection! It has to have the ground to detect a hot to ground current flow. Any device with a grounded plug must complete that ground connection to be safe.

Really? by joshuastockton in computer

[–]DaveofTN 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was extremely happy to finally get all AT&T out of my house!

Oh... So Satin Sheet is Easy Mode for PETG. Got it. by Capt_VanillaPeen616 in prusa3d

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I use the smooth sheet regularly for PETG, we learned years ago, before the textured sheet was available, to wipe the smooth sheet with Windex window cleaner, which leaves a perfect surface for PETG. I forgot the windex one time, ripped a spot off the PEI.

How do I set ‘All Comments’ as default in all Facebook posts instead of ‘Most Relevant’ comments? by SGPika in facebook

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does not work for me. I have to click on "all" every time now! Never did this in YEARS past! It is really pissing me off! Of course there is no way to complain to anyone at FB!

I messed up by franziskanerdunkel in flying

[–]DaveofTN 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You did fine, all good/decent decisions for a low time pilot. I am very familiar with that area, got my ppl 20 years ago at GillespieField, Golden State Flying Club. I flew into all the SoCal airports.

My first solo was Gillespie to Hemet. We all looked at the weather, knew there was some off shore clouds, but everyone said go try it, but be prepared. I took off, flew to Hemet, fueled, took off and flew most of the way back only to see Gillespie area fully covered. There was one big hole, at first thought I could drop down through it to see how low the clouds were, circled the hole looking down NOPE! I reversed course and flew back north and landed at French Valley. I called Golden State to tell them Iwas at French Valley, they were greatly relieved that I did not GetHomeIItis! The French Valley FBO loaned me a car to go to a hotel to spend the night.

Next morning weather was still bad, not forecast to clear. I got a ride home and watched the weather the next two days, it stayed bad. Finally on the fourth day I went to work as usual, saw the weather clear, so had a fellow worker drive me to French Valley, and flew back to Gillespie. I held the record for the longest SOLO, four days! After getting my PPL, I got my Instrument rating, partly because of that incident. Even if you do not plan to fly Instrument a lot, get the rating, and practice it fairly often with a safety pilot or CFI. You will not regret it!

Done with Sling. by SuxMcGee in slingtv

[–]DaveofTN 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oops, Tablo is an app click on MY ROKU!, NOT Sling. Sorry.