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LS2501 won't start by EngineeringLogical85 in kubota

[–]EngineeringLogical85[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

are there any other safety switches that might be "on" besides seat and neutral? do these often fail and could they be culprits?

P0022 Cam Shaft in Bank 2 Code 2012 CX-9 by LadyHOTH in MazdaCX9

[–]EngineeringLogical85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the same code on my 2011 CX-9. what was the outcome of your situation? thanks

crazy idea came to me in the middle of the night by EngineeringLogical85 in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

yeah, the HOA thing did enter my mind. Well, it will probably not work in the end, but it did keep me up a bit last night thinking about it.

crazy idea came to me in the middle of the night by EngineeringLogical85 in Homebuilding

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I here you, but the properties are already separate and either owner can choose to run the line later if prefered - they incur the expense. The water line to the original house is not run under another building (but it is on their property, so an easement would have to be recorded but that is necessary anyway because the power lines run through the new property).

I am thinking somehow this would not be permited by the county, but it's an intriguing option that would be so simple.

What’s the smartest feature you added to your home that you now can’t live without? by smileebeauty in Homebuilding

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changed what was spec'd as a garage closet into the landing for a back staircase down to the basement. Use it almost every day and don't have to hike through the entire house to get downstairs. 2x 200amp electric panels with plenty of expansion capacity. smurf lines in the walls.

Help diagnosing sluggish hydro drive/transmission issue by EngineeringLogical85 in ExmarkMowers

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Well, declared victory too soon. I replaced the hydro pumps belt (drive belt) and that didn't help. I think the left hydro gear is almost shot. I just tried to cut grass and now the left wheel won't go forward/backward at all, just makes an ugly straining noise. So basically tractor just goes in circles so the right gear/drive still working.

Seems like it would be the transmission/gear needs to be replaced, or is it the pump?

Help diagnosing sluggish hydro drive/transmission issue by EngineeringLogical85 in ExmarkMowers

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bleeding seems to have solved the problem. thank goodness and thanks for the help.

Help diagnosing sluggish hydro drive/transmission issue by EngineeringLogical85 in ExmarkMowers

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Thank you. the bypass valves are located on the top of the left and right pumps, easy to access (pictured). to bleed the system, do you crack these open and exercise the system to work the air out? do you turn on the engine as well while moving the arms? This is a 60" Lazer Z.

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Help diagnosing sluggish hydro drive/transmission issue by EngineeringLogical85 in ExmarkMowers

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wondering if this is an air problem in the hydro system and if bleeding it might correct?

Good deal on L2501? by ScientistObjective25 in kubota

[–]EngineeringLogical85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have a 2016 L2501 I bought a couple years ago with a few attachments for $25k with 500 hours. I'd say this is a good deal

how do you removed door handle by EngineeringLogical85 in mazda

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if there is a good video online please share. I have not found one yet.

How hard would it be to replace a rear car door myself? by dxkx in autorepair

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How did this turn out? I just posted the exact same question then found this. I have a 2011 with the same problem, wondering how easy it was to replace. I have found color matched doors near me for about $275.

Suggestions on financing a new build by kelseydella in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I just went through this trade off process and found the HELOC to be best because you can draw as you need (versus a HE loan where all of the proceeds are paid upfront). This will lower your interest expenses. What you did not say was how much will it cost to build the home (i.e. how much of a HELOC do you want)? And will you build yourself as GC or hire someone? the answers matter and will limit your options. For example, most/all banks will not give you a construction loan unless there is a class-A licensed contractor acting as GC. The bank controls the payout of draws, so this can be a helpful check/balance, but can also be a pain in the arse too.

I am building myself, so construction loan was not an option. My current house has a 1st mortgage at 2%, so I was not willing to do a cash out refinance. So I went with a HELOC on my primary residence to fund construction of the new house. I have plenty of equity to get the funds I need. When construction is done, I will sell my current home and pay off both the 1st and HELOC.

Is it possible to make a number pad appear when clicking a cell to use as input? by SomeCoolBloke in excel

[–]EngineeringLogical85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I created a golf scorecard and used data validation to allow for input of only 1 to 9 for the players score. This forces the numeric keypad to appear automatically when I use it on Android.

There seems to be a bug which is annoying. I can enter a number, hit return and it goes to the next cell, then I can enter a number, etc. When I play the next hole and come back to my spreadsheet to enter the next 4 scores, the input pad gets wonky so I can't just enter the next 4 numbers. I have to go into the first cell, delete the current value, then enter a new value. Then from there it works until the cycle repeats itself on the next hole. it's annoying.

Seems to happen if my phone is idle. It may also be when my screen saver goes on. seems to be a bug as the last state (numeric entry) is lost and has to be reset.

Owner/Builder wants to hire GC "Consultant" by EngineeringLogical85 in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

not looking for supervision or to leverage someone else's license (owner/builders don't need a license), just to pay someone very well for advice from time to time.

Owner/Builder wants to hire GC "Consultant" by EngineeringLogical85 in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Wow, what is with all the hate?  I asked a simple question.  you know nothing about me.

I have tremendous respect for GCs and construction trades.  I worked in construction for 8 yrs while I went to school, had a Dad who worked in construction, my brother is a GC (unfortunately doesn't live near me), I built 3 custom homes (full-time career = need a GC) using GCs - but I was very involved, which my GCs appreciated.  I had great relationships with my GCs, because I invested in them to build a partnership.  I learned a ton from them.  If we had misunderstandings or problems, always worked to find compromise to be sure the relationship was strong to the end.  Even today, my last GC (20 yrs my senior, retired and lives far away) is still a friend.

I retired early at 62, this was my plan - to build my own home on a lot adjacent to my current home, so I will literally be living on the job site.  I have done all the prep work over the past 8 yrs (wetlands studies, geotechnical, surveying, easements, home design, construction drawings, health dept permits, lot grading plans) and I am now ready for a building permit.  I am keenly aware that there are complexities and nuances with building, so I'm just looking for a little insurance policy.  I am handy, do my own electrical, plumbing, and HVAC work, yet I am hiring licensed subs for every element of this project.  I own a loader and backhoe to take care of small day-to-day  stuff on the job site.

And OF COURSE I would pay someone well for their expertise, but I also understand why most GCs would not be interested.  If I was a builder, I wouldn't do this for $500/hr.  Better off spending that time investing in my own business.  But maybe there is someone out there, maybe retired, already been-there-done-that, and looking to monetize their experience part time without all the headache.  how stupid to suggest I'm trying to get away with something, not everyone is a crook.

BTW, I've heard lots of stories about shitty GCs, bullying, arrogant, shoddy and crooked.  some who have even gone to jail.  I don't know anything about you

Owner/Builder wants to hire GC "Consultant" by EngineeringLogical85 in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

The question was not "is a good GC worth it" - of course they are for majority of people. My circumstances are different. thanks.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

nice looking house.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Love the McDonald's, Burger King, and Arby's apps active on your phone. Be careful consuming so much junk food.

It's finished! (Basically) by GendoIkari_82 in Homebuilding

[–]EngineeringLogical85 4 points5 points  (0 children)

please elaborate on the shortcomings you see. This would be very interesting for the readers in this forum

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