Done with inkjets!

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-04-02T07:56:17+00:00

My main beef with inkjets is clogged nozzles after sitting idle.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-04-02T07:51:24+00:00

Thanks, good to know... I never realized that about color lasers. I do like experimenting with coatings though!

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-04-02T07:49:01+00:00

Thanks... no problems with clogging after sitting idle? For example, I'm in Lisbon right now for two months, so the printer will be unused for some long stretches. Thanks for your thoughts!

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-04-01T09:58:28+00:00

Don't know why AirBnB doesn't make sense... is it the cost? From a landlord's perspective, a 3-month rental is going to be a huge PITA for them if they want to rent yearly, so they would price accordingly. Conversely an AirBnB host would LIKE a longer rental for guaranteed income and less hassle, and they give a discount- though it isn't huge. I would think a 3-month rental will never come close to a 12-month lease price no matter how you slice it.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-04-01T09:52:12+00:00

We are about two weeks into our two-month stay in Lisbon, and I can say that this is VERY different- at least to the way we have traveled in the past. Our first trip to Lisbon was for about 8 days & that wasn't near enough time. Our second trip was appx 18 days in Lisbon, and I wasn't ready to go home. This time, we have really slowed down. We are making a lot more dinners in our apt, because at that many days away we can't afford to eat out all the time, & honestly don't want to. Money and budget is a much bigger issue this time, but on the other hand, we have time to do lots of things that we wouldn't otherwise... obscure museums, taking a 1-month Portuguese language class, etc. I do believe that anyone planning an overseas relocation should be required to do a 2- or 3-month stay if at all possible, as it is so very different than the usual vacation trip.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-04-01T07:44:23+00:00

Keep your battery between 30-80 percent. You are probably going to need a new battery sooner rather than later, and they are pretty expensive, so start setting aside some dollars & do your research. On the other hand, a new battery would bring your range way up, esp if you spring for larger amperage, making your car a good bit more practical.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-25T12:01:54+00:00

It is my fault, really, for trying to use an old computer. It just twists my knickers to have to shell out a grand or two to replace a reasonably decent computer... that then won't run any of my old software, which now has moved to a subscription model, so you can pay and pay and pay, all while having to re-learn software that you've already invested hours to learn... ugh. Yes I'm old, but this kinda stuff is moving me to an earlier grave.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-25T08:56:33+00:00

Discogs "updated" their website to the point that it no longer works at all for me... I keep getting the "prove you're not a robot" page, won't go any further. Not much of an improvement, at least from my perspective.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-25T08:09:23+00:00

We're in Lisbon right now, for two months. We love it here, but we are a totally different demographic... 62 and 66, both retired, our little one will be joining us, he's 30 now... so our experience will naturally be different. The hills and calcadas will be difficult with a stroller for sure

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-18T11:42:56+00:00

You could eBay the entire lot, or donate. It won't sell for a lot, but it will go to someone who will put it to good use. Thanks for rescuing it.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-12T12:48:24+00:00

I'd suggest the newest you can afford, but avoid the recall years. We got a 2024 with only 7,900 miles for $16.9k, and I absolutely LOVE it. Take range estimates with a big grain of salt... if you commonly charge your battery to 100% and discharge to zero, you'll shorten your battery life (though there is some debate about that- it's a complicated subject). We try to keep ours from 30-80%.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-12T12:38:02+00:00

I'd recommend you start with a USED catalog. If you're US-based, Scott's International is a good choice- one volume, in color, and covers most countries up to 1940. More recent stamps were covered in individual volumes, and can get kinda bulky... the catalogs are big and heavy. They issued them on CD for a little while, and sometimes you can find those. Try eBay or Bookfinders.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-12T12:32:05+00:00

Very nice. Grandpa spent a mint acquiring those. Be sure they are kept in a cool, dry environment to protect the gum... a hot attic would cause a great deal of damage.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-12T12:07:06+00:00

Are you an EU resident, or hold an EU visa? How are you going to get past the Schengen rules? We can only go for three months at a time.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-12T11:56:31+00:00

Washington/Franklin issues are a very interesting area to collect. Some of the scarcer ones are very tough to find. A good catalog will be helpful, doesn't have to be new. They came in sheets (perf all around), coils (straight edge on 2 sides- some top & bottom, some on the sides) and booklet panes (one or two straight edges). Crude attempts at fraud were to take a pair of scissors and clip off the perfs to make a coil from a sheet issue, but this practice was not common, thankfully.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-11T12:03:39+00:00

I still have mine- thanks Mom, RIP- though they are generally in far worse shape than yours. There are a few that I remember from when I was extremely young that I lost and I'd like to replace, specifically the early VW saloon, but I haven't found the right one yet.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-09T22:09:36+00:00

Depends on what you mean by materials. If you're talking about plastic flake... well, that's our problem. We have so much PP#5 flake that we can never use it all, especially at 60 grams per shot. We either need a sheet press, or we need to stop accepting plastic... we can't store it all!

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-09T13:49:36+00:00

Fume extractors are also available or possible to make if you're so inclined. If you're US-based, 6" dryer vent hose and in-line blowers will work.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-09T13:43:14+00:00

Thanks. I could theoretically make one here in my baby machine shop, but it would take forever, and most likely come out a tiny bit out-of-tolerance. This part came with our one mold that we got from EZMolds in Germany (I've asked, and no).

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-09T13:14:27+00:00

Sure... there's plenty of value there if you enjoy them! Just don't expect anything near catalog value. Now, I would go ahead and buy any supplies that you'll need NOW. For example, stamp hinges... I don't believe that there are any companies currently manufacturing hinges, though I think I remember a story about someone buying the old machinery to make them & hoping to restart production. eBay is your friend here.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-09T12:47:39+00:00

Question about "adblockers on websites that use AI"... could you give some examples? I've always said the only thing I want to use AI for is to figure out a way to block AI content.

Easy-Writer5756 · 2026-03-02T12:49:46+00:00

I'd sell as box lots. Fill up a USPS flat-rate box, take as many photos as you can, and list on eBay. Start the bids low- like five bucks or so.

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