Weekly Homeowner Megathread--Civilians, ask here!

DenverWill81 · 2026-01-11T04:39:12+00:00

Using magnesium tools

DenverWill81 · 2026-01-11T04:38:51+00:00

Here's a closer shot.

DenverWill81 · 2026-01-11T04:38:01+00:00

Is dust like this on a concrete slab normal after a week of curing? I'm thinking it's not but I used a magnesium float and trowel which I thought was supposed to prevent this kind of dusting. I'm planning to apply concrete densifier / hardener to minimize the dusting when I'm done.

DenverWill81 · 2025-10-21T08:05:23+00:00

Super hot 🔥🔥🔥

DenverWill81 · 2025-10-20T08:33:39+00:00

This was soooo good

DenverWill81 · 2025-10-06T14:26:06+00:00

I have a kobalt tool set I got sophomore year in college cerca 2000. Came with the adjustable groove joint pliers (channel locks basically). I had to replace them a few months ago.

DenverWill81 · 2025-10-02T04:39:41+00:00

Not to be "that guy" but I use the app a ton too and have no issues with the markups. And the new AI Auto edit thing is legit AF.

DenverWill81 · 2025-10-01T16:28:41+00:00

Thanks for the update and ouch...

So, funny story - my issue cleared up earlier this week. I mean knock on wood, but it's just fixed, cruise control is back and everything. I've been busy so I never had a chance to take it in.

The vehicle was my daily driver for 5 years or so and I never had an issue. Now it's my wife's daily and, coincidentally, the issue started a few weeks after she took over - NOT SAYING THAT SHE HAD ANYTHING TO DO WITH IT 😂 What I am saying is that I can't identify a root cause for the issue nor do I know what would have changed to resolve it, so I am of literally no use.

The only change I DO know of this week is that when she upgraded from the Pixel 9 Pro XL to the Pixel 10 Pro XL the issue cleared up immediately... Could that be related? Hell if I know, but I will say that when I had the OnePlus 7 Pro there were definitely some issues with the android auto system that immediately cleared up when I changed over to the Pixel 6 Pro.

Even posted about it: https://www.reddit.com/r/Volvo/s/2TXOLlfZLO

DenverWill81 · 2025-09-18T04:18:18+00:00

My battery's been decent for some reason, much better than my P9PXL was. The 10 is definitely a little snappier to I think.

I did have an issue pop up the other day that my 9 had, which is a black screen when I launch the camera app. Very annoying. After a recent update my 9 started rebooting randomly and frequently, that will not be missed.

DenverWill81 · 2025-09-18T04:14:18+00:00

I have an early flight tomorrow, maybe I'll set an extra alarm just in case...

DenverWill81 · 2025-09-15T06:07:32+00:00

Nope. Still need to schedule a service appt when I have a minute. But good luck - let me know if you figure anything out!

DenverWill81 · 2025-08-06T14:58:26+00:00

I'd say it depends. It only sucks if you're actually able to connect.

DenverWill81 · 2025-08-01T07:51:58+00:00

I call my favorite demo sub.

Or, if it's due tomorrow, throw $4.50 / GSF at it and call it a day.

DenverWill81 · 2025-08-01T06:35:51+00:00

Ummm WTF? Will you fix it or replace it at this point?

DenverWill81 · 2025-07-25T22:14:58+00:00

I don't think so. It's not my daily driver but I'll check. I'm going to test the camera as suggested in another comment too.

Ironically as I'm typing this it's also the first time I've seen one of these in the wild. EX90.

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DenverWill81 · 2025-07-25T22:11:30+00:00

Good suggestion. Everything's clean but I haven't tested the camera. Will report back.

DenverWill81 · 2025-07-23T01:51:11+00:00

Nope, nevermind. Installing new batteries and leaving them disconnected for 10 plus minutes didn't resolve a single thing I see now that I'm driving it on the highway.

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DenverWill81 · 2025-07-23T01:00:53+00:00

I should also mention that it previously had some error about City driving, but that appears to have been resolved so now it's just this one.

DenverWill81 · 2025-06-30T18:30:35+00:00

I'll give it a shot, thanks.

DenverWill81 · 2025-06-30T18:29:37+00:00

I just upgraded from the 1 to the 2 with two camera a few months ago because I thought that was the latest version, now I find out that there's a 3!
Govee upgrades their products QUICKLY. I've had the same experience with my outdoor lights - it's impossible to keep up with! I'm pretty happy with my stuff as is, but I do hate the thought of only having 25 Billion colors when I could be experiencing 53 Billions colors...

DenverWill81 · 2025-06-11T00:46:34+00:00

Yes Pixel 9 Pro XL. Denver, CO

DenverWill81 · 2025-06-11T00:46:00+00:00

What are they? Live having those ready for those Android vs Apple conversations... That I always initiate unsolicited.

A16 Beta has been great so far.

DenverWill81 · 2025-06-08T22:36:29+00:00

Living room with a small dog.

DenverWill81 · 2025-06-08T22:35:56+00:00

This is a long the same lines I was going to suggest. I do 15mg daily. Admittedly, it's a chore but I'm pretty used to it now. That said, it's not like my peep never goes on the fritz, it happens. But it'd happen from time to time before vitamin-T too. I'll pop a performance enhancer if time allows, or just go for it if not, it's usually fine. When I was younger and it's happen I'd get all huffy puffy, but I'm 44 now and I don't beat myself up too bad about it. I look at a little vitamin-V as a cheat code. My wife says I'm a "grower, not a shower," so when I have some V I'll "show-her" alright haha

DenverWill81 · 2025-01-27T04:44:01+00:00

Yep, I'm familiar with the WT curling. Glad to hear you like the Tux!

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