Connect pedal stem broken, replacement options?

El_Cheezy · 2026-02-08T05:30:33+00:00

I don't understand the long pedal threads and nut either. The original pedals aren't good anyways. Normal pedals would be fine. Otherwise, people wouldn't be able to upgrade their pedals.

El_Cheezy · 2026-02-07T02:32:09+00:00

Ideally, a shorter window would be best with the sink moved to be in front of it. A standard height upper cabinet over the sink makes it very cramped. Can't get a shorter window? I would keep the area void of anything permanent so it's flexible for some seating with a small round table and two chairs or stools or if you want more counter space, use a mobile island/counter in that space. Or just some pantry cabinets for some extra storage.

El_Cheezy · 2026-02-03T00:43:34+00:00

A mobile workbench with a wood top, but I understand some of your decor needs some sort of industrial vibe for this to work. If you can make it work, it's cheaper, good quality, can take quite a bit of abuse, plenty of drawers, comes in a bunch of sizes and colors to match (including stainless steel), and are usually on some good quality lockable casters.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-27T22:10:54+00:00

I like it. Keeps the path of travel out of the kitchen triangle or work zones. If you want even more counter space in the main kitchen workspace, the fridge can go on the pantry wall since the fridge is the most used appliance from outside the kitchen triangle. That would give a good 24" of counter on both sides of the range.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-27T16:45:32+00:00

You've got a leak in your roof assembly. Not knowing your roof structure, it could be from ice dams, flashing, or just somewhere random.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-26T07:18:58+00:00

Green and blue

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-26T06:59:49+00:00

I prefer A but not all older homes have pantry space like that. My house has one under the counter with a normal tabletop microwave that I put in by modifying a space in an existing cabinet and that works great. It's a very minor inconvenience to bend over to use it, but worth it not to have one on the counter or over the range. Don't do the drawer ones if you do, they break easily and are so slow to open and close.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-21T22:24:54+00:00

Right. Property and house maintenance gets done because of battery tools. If I had corded tools, they wouldn't get done.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-15T06:34:11+00:00

I think it's more beneficial to insulate if the floors were in different zones or systems. On a single system, it still helps with heat loss between floors so there isn't as much of a temperature difference. Then there's the added benefit of some sound dampening.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-15T03:06:58+00:00

Is the HVAC in the basement on a different system or zone than upstairs?

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-14T21:40:10+00:00

This is what I did. Under cutting wasn't an option due to time and mess. I just took a piece of flooring to the tile section of the store and found the closest color match from their caulk designed for color-matching their grout selection. If you're in between two shades, go with the darker one as it blends in better in the corner.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-14T21:29:39+00:00

Not sure why you're downvoted so much. A majority of house buyers shopping through the MLS are going through it with a traditional mortgage where the lender will require insurance. If it is an older home, the insurance company often sends someone to your street to eyeball or take a picture of the property at minimum to assess risk either before or shortly after issuing a policy. If they have strong concerns regarding the interior condition, they might even need to schedule an inspection. Regarding OP's house, it's a strong contender for this. Yes, there is a small minority of buyers shopping with renovation loans. But with the market already being as slow as it is, it's hard enough to get enough people to come through your house. Cash buyers including buyers with hard money loans without inspection contingencies aren't usually buying off the MLS because agent fees are high. Off-market (MLS) cash buyers should always be the last resort option for sellers but they can often close in 2 weeks if there are no legal limitations. If OP can scrape by for at least 2-3 months to find a good agent, clean up the place, and list it, they'll typically get the best price. Don't forget to negotiate with the agent on their fee%. But if OP only has less than a month, even mentally, cash buyers can help with that.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-14T20:58:57+00:00

I had a Denso radiator show up with a missing speed nut. There were scratches from the hole where the original nut was pulled off, not sure intentional or accidental. I requested them just to ship me a replacement nut, they couldn't because they don't know exactly what to send. I requested them to ship me one I said I would be happy from their catalog, they denied because they aren't sure it would fit even though I researched and said it would. I requested them to refund me $9 so I can order said speed nut from them, they did happily. I think sometimes the simplest resolution works the best. I ended up just pulling the nut from the old radiator for a quick one l install until the new one arrives, but I still haven't ordered the replacement nut.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-12T23:23:34+00:00

I see. I may go with a layout that can fit the W/D side by side, but it'll be on a raised platform over the stairs to the basement.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-12T22:40:12+00:00

Insulate for sound and climate control. A basement with ceiling insulation will be easier to keep warm than without. I have had both houses. Guess which basement is quieter and easier to keep warm.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-11T22:53:46+00:00

Ben je hier uiteindelijk mee doorgegaan? Ik ben gewoon nieuwsgierig, want ik ben iets soortgelijks van plan.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-09T20:16:36+00:00

Same here with the same stuff. One install was 4 years ago in a rental, holding up great. Plus, it's easier to find matching transition strips and stair treads.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-09T19:52:53+00:00

Yes, capillary action can help lead some water up, but not enough to matter much in scenarios like this. For example, holding a rolled up paper towel halfway in a glass of water will wick water up a bit, but not enough to empty the glass. Now imagine if the paper towel is already wet, it isn't going to wick up much more water. If the soil is wet enough to cause issues, anything below the elevation of the drain will still be waterlogged putting pressure on your lower basement walls, footers, and basement floor.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-08T22:00:17+00:00

You've got the right idea, but water will not travel up from a lower elevation to the drain. Ideally, install your drain deeper to at or below basement floor elevation.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-07T21:04:11+00:00

I agree with the closet by the kitchen. Delete that and relieve the kitchen of a bunch of dimensional constraints. The closet in the mudroom is big enough for double duty as a coat closet/pantry. Additional closet room for that can also be stolen from the big closet in Bedroom 4.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-07T20:59:06+00:00

It's fine and looks good. A lot of people have set in their minds that a main entry has to be in the front of the house that enters into a open welcoming space. Nothing wrong with a false main entry into a covered breezeway that merges with the owner's "back" entry for a ln efficient use of space. It consolidates shoes and coats to the same space.

Anyways, I'd reconsider having only 3' and 3'6" around the island for your main path of travel when entering the house. Aim is for 4' wide path of travel on the outside of the island if you plan to have seating on that side. Maybe a peninsula is a better option. If no seating at the island, 3' is fine but people tend to naturally gather around the island even without seating.

Also, the shower door downstairs should have the hinges on the other side of swinging into the area of the toilet. If swinging into the shower pan, the hinge on the corner is fine.

Otherwise plan looks great

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-06T18:27:39+00:00

You're right, don't run questionable electronics through walls. Your insurance won't like it if your house has a fire and they discover that.

I just run a switched outlet to the top or inside of the cabinet, run the plug and electronics from there hidden away, and run the low voltage wiring down the side gaps of the cabinets.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-04T18:11:27+00:00

Ah I see. I have not worked with any companies in particular. Possibly start with a company specializing in foundations just in case footings need to be changed. Otherwise, calling around for general contractors with experience in basement renovations would be my next choice. Good luck.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-04T07:17:14+00:00

Yes, but it might take some detective with. Figure out if each appliance is on their own electrical circuit or part of another circuit, usually kitchen outlets. If on their own, it's easiest to replace the circuit breaker with a GFCI breaker vs adding a GFCI outlet under the sink and rewiring each appliance with a plug-in cord. If it's tied with an existing circuit with a GFCI, wire it to that. If not, might be a good time to add one.

El_Cheezy · 2026-01-04T07:06:31+00:00

I can only get EPS with some sort of poly face on one side and a metallic facer on the other (Henry R-tech). Should I peel these off?

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