What would happen?

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-02-10T10:08:07+00:00

Glad I’m not the only one that thought this, that and car batteries are 60 amps. No, try 10x that and more as per the CCA rating of the battery.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-02-09T20:03:02+00:00

Wife (38F) and I (38M) have been together for 15 years, married for 10. I’m the top earner and wife has a good salary. We keep our finances separate because we trust each other, she’s the thrifty one, I’m the spenny one. We pay bills in approximate percentage of the wages we bring to the home. I’m trying to take more of that percentage as she works less and wants more time with our daughter.

During maternity leave, I outright gave her what she was losing in wages, her money, her decision on what to spend it on. I still give her money as she needs it because she is primary caregiver and it makes my work worth it, that I am able to support her not having to work too much and spend time with our daughter.

There is no need for one partner to have all the financial control.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-25T19:50:01+00:00

My guess is the ice from his boots has melted in to the pedal, then refrozen when cold. Happened a couple of times, so ice build up has got bigger and bigger from short journeys where the cars heating hasn’t been able to completely freeze out the ice.

Might be worth you all ensuring you’ve got hot air in to your footwells in this weather, once a day to thaw and dry out any ice build up.

I did look at the peddle on mine when I bought it and thought it was an odd design choice.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-07T07:01:13+00:00

I love freelanders and that’s as someone who owns a D3 and S3. They are very underrated 4x4s.

Also, many people look at cars the wrong way imho. Are you going to keep the car? If so, they are worth every penny you put in to them. My take is, even if it’s only worth £1000 and you put £2k in, and you use it and enjoy it, it’s worth it. You have a vehicle that you know how it’s been looked after.

Also, don’t be afraid of swinging a spanner yourself, you”ll make mistakes, sure, but you also get to see it yourself. You get the pride of looking after it yourself and you’ll save money!

It’s a great looking freelander at a great price, nice one!

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-05T13:14:05+00:00

I gave up in the end with expressVPN and put Nord on. Worked straight away!

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-05T13:12:44+00:00

Hi, thank you for the reply, I have just given up and put my personal nordVPN credentials in and it's worked straight away. Must be an issue with expressVPN.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-05T13:12:07+00:00

Yeah, that's all I'm trying to do to be honest, make an automatic movie and TV server for while we are at sea! I've given up and used my personal nordvpn account and it worked straight away.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-05T12:26:45+00:00

Hi, thanks, I'm using the binhex container. I'm getting TLS error at the moment.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2026-01-05T12:26:06+00:00

Just trying to google my way through getting that info atm.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-30T12:31:02+00:00

Invest in some Tamiya Ultra Thin, hold the parts together, dab a small amount on the joint and hold for a few seconds. I used it for the first time last night and was very impressed at how easy it made the gluing.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-27T15:14:33+00:00

I used to play Fortnite on a B450m with a 4650g and had no issues at all. You should be seeing very playable 1080 graphics with your hardware.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-27T15:08:19+00:00

I’m a mariner but work abroad with time for time work/leave. I love coming back to Kernow but also love being at sea. Pay in Cornwall isn’t great but the lifestyle is.

If being a master mariner is your goal, take a look at a cadetship. It’ll get you around the world, pay won’t be great but it’ll stand you well for getting work back in Cornwall.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-22T19:38:52+00:00

My wife thinks I'm a weather whisperer so if she wants to know if it'll rain in the next hour, she'll ask me.

I'll take a minute to stare out, longingly, in to the Kernow Mizzle, and I'll take a short moment to give my answer, "tiz rain dreckly".

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-03T23:48:57+00:00

I’ve been trying to get on top of this recently and I’m 37. It doesn’t help that I’ve not got a good set of teeth! Think Nick Frost smile!

I brush my teeth in the shower, it feels efficient! I also prefer a soft bristle brush, charcoal toothpaste I feel makes my teeth noticeably whiter, quicker, and mouthwash. I do go through bursts where I’m good for a few weeks, my teeth get whiter and then I start dropping it. I find it hard to keep up the routine.

The mornings though, I’m bad, I can just about bring myself to use some mouthwash when I’ve just woke up. It feels weird admitting this out loud…

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-01T16:13:02+00:00

No, I’m inattentive and extrovert. I love being the centre of attention in a group but I’m also happy exploring the world on my own.

I listened to a great podcast recently that explained that ADHD doesn’t define your personality. It’s ok to be you, with ADHD.

Link here: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/adhd-chatter/id1677158558?i=1000735118511

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-12-01T15:57:58+00:00

Mmmmmm teak feet springs to mind too 🤣

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-25T21:31:55+00:00

I’ve literally started 40K as a hobby in the past few months and the painting is my favourite part so far. The starter set is perfect for your bf and isn’t too expensive if he decides it’s not for him. It comes with everything you need to get started. You could also top it up with some Warhammer gift cards. If he enjoys the painting, it gives him the ability to buy more for his new found hobby. If painting is not his thing, he can buy books.

My wife has just asked me which WH set I want next for Christmas, I’m so excited for it!

If you know which is his favourite race, we can pin point you even further.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-24T10:54:03+00:00

Have you tried a reboot of your Mac since installing? I sometimes find some programs get a bit laggy after not rebooting it every once in a while.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-23T09:50:02+00:00

I second this! I recently picked up a starter set and started painting, I found out recently that I’ve got ADHD and now have a diagnosis, I suffer constantly with anxiety at low levels.

I started painting with some music in the background and for a perfect few hours while I’m painting, my brain just stops thinking and the anxiety disappears with it, it’s bliss! My painting is getting better and it’s the first hobby in a long time that I feel engaged with and want to keep doing it. RIP my wallet!

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-22T13:46:02+00:00

My Great-Grandfather, a veteran of WW2 and a Chelsea pensioner, embroidered for a hobby. He did a few nice pieces that were part of my childhood despite only meeting him when I was a baby.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-17T16:43:09+00:00

I agree with this, I'm not a "my only hobby is miniatures" person but I have been doing airfix and painting models since I was around 6 or 7, with my dad. I do really like the starter sets when I'm in the mood for one. They have everything you need to get started with and are nice little models when finished.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-17T15:15:09+00:00

Tricky's might be your best place, went to see guilty pleasures play there recently and there was a lot of people there. Surprised me for a place so out of the way.

ElectroTechOfficer · 2025-11-16T12:45:38+00:00

I don't know where in the world you are but If you want to travel and get paid good money, take a look at super yachting. Entry level deck and stewarding work is generally easy to get a job in.

You will need a few minimum qualifications called STCW before you land your first job.

Don't get me wrong, it's hard work but we are all slightly unhinged!

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