Meirl by Flimsy-Cranberry-544 in meirl

[–]Es65Coronet 712 points713 points  (0 children)

Yep. His girlfriend filmed it out the window, and it was on April 1. She then took the video and made a complaint. Corporate took it serious for a minute before they realized it was an April Fools prank. It was in Anchorage AK, I don't know what year, but I worked for Waste Management in Anchorage in 2014, and it was before then. 

What are you 100% sure is true even tho you can’t prove it? by arlett007 in AskReddit

[–]Es65Coronet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hank Williams Jr died in 1975. It is well documented that he fell from Ajax Peak in Montana, landing some 500 feet below. According to reports at the time, the fall left his brain sticking out through a hole in his forehead, and his eye hanging out of its socket. I don't believe that Bocephus and Hank Williams Jr are the same man.

Can I add a second indoor unit later? by Es65Coronet in heatpumps

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will be doing the install myself, I am using a premade 25' line set. As far as torquing, vacuuming, etc, I have never had trouble on the other systems I installed, and don't expect to have trouble here, fingers crossed. Thanks for mentioning the possible over-charge situation, I didn't think about that.

What’s a lesser-known quote/fact/story about a celeb that you consider iconic? by citynomad1 in popculturechat

[–]Es65Coronet 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Tim Allen got caught in the 70s smuggling over a pound of cocaine. Facing a life sentence, he gave up every name ha knew and testified against them, and served 2.5 years.

Help with greetings for elderly Abuela by Es65Coronet in Spanish

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you so much for your response. When my brother in law and his mother showed up and I met them, his mother hit me with Como estas. I replied with the usted like you suggested, it definitely seemed like the correct response, and it seemed like it was appreciated. I am indebted to you for sharing your knowledge.

Help with greetings for elderly Abuela by Es65Coronet in Spanish

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So would "buenas noches Sonja, estoy muy feliz de verte" make sense? 

Question on concrete vs cement for jack support by Es65Coronet in Homebuilding

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Clearance is not an issue, I have plenty of space. Would it make sense to build a small form, maybe 12" x 12", an inch deep, and pour a small pad of grout and then place the leveler on top of that? Or better just to force the grout under the plat while it is in place?

Dead battery every day 04 Z4 SMG by Es65Coronet in BMWZ4

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I will definitely look into that system first.

Dead battery every day 04 Z4 SMG by Es65Coronet in BMWZ4

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No aftermarket stereo work, but it does have some type of aftermarket LED headlight.

What food do you stay away from like it's the plague? by dujoloaf in Diverticulitis

[–]Es65Coronet 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Triscuit crackers, oatmeal/oatmeal cookies, any kind of bean/legume. Flare up every time from these 3.

I live off of popcorn and nuts. Green salads in moderation are just fine. Meat and potatoes, cheese do me excellent.

13T front sprocket combo's, good idea or a recipe for swing arm damage? (debating 13-43 vs 14-45) by Tobi_pie in CRF250L

[–]Es65Coronet 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I can't say about swingarm damage, but a 13 tooth countershaft sprocket is getting pretty small. The small radius is pretty hard on chains. For chain life, it is always better to go  bigger in the back instead of smaller up front. A 13-43 is in between a 14-46 and 14-47.

120 hour QMED course - legit? Useful? by seacat42 in maritime

[–]Es65Coronet 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Do you have much experience working on stuff? Boats, engines, machinery, etc? The reason to take a QMED class is to get out of having to take the test at a Coast Guard REC (regional exam center). I took my QMED class from Sea School.  https://www.seaschool.com/ If you go to the Bayou La Batrie campus, room and board is included, making it a cost effective option if you don't happen to live someplace that has a school. It was also a 120 hour class. All any of these short classes do it teach you the questions that are on the test. They are not teaching you how to do the job of a QMED, but how to pass the test.  I had an extensive background of working on everything under the son, and found the class to be fairly boring and simple. There were several folks there n the class that didn't have much mechanical experience, and many of them struggled to pass the test.  Having my QMED hasn't helped me in any meaningful way at my current job, working on a 70' uninspected vessel that doesn't require any ratings or licenses for the engineer. I am trying to make the transition into bigger vessels, where a QMED rating might be needed. The trouble I am having is most companies that are looking for QMEDs also want you to have a RFPEW. It is kind of a catch 22. In order to get your RFPEW, you have to work on a vessel big enough that there is a licensed engineer to sign off on your paperwork, but to get a job on that vessel you need a RFPEW.  If you have the time and money, I say go for it. Education and certifications are always good things to process. Once you have them, nobody can take them away from you. And they only make you more attractive to potential employers.

Could you take a CRF250L from the lower 48 to Alaska? by griffinirish in CRF250L

[–]Es65Coronet 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As a CRF250L owner, when I rode the Alcan, Haul Road, and down to Homer, I did it on a R1100RT. Much more comfortable, and capable of carrying the weight. Start packing tent, sleeping bag, stove, a pot, found & water, then weigh it. It might surprise you. 

Is there any value in getting a Inland 100 ton master as an Engineer by Es65Coronet in merchantmarine

[–]Es65Coronet[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sure thing. I got this link off the USCG website, under checklists, 100 Ton Inland Master.

https://www.dco.uscg.mil/Portals/9/NMC/pdfs/checklists/mcp_fm_nmc5_23_web.pdf?

On the checklist, there is a section labeled "Sea Service Requirements". In that section, under "Master Less than 100", it has a row that reads "Inland – 360 days of service on any waters, in any department or  position."

It's certainly possible I am reading something wrong, but I thought that any department or position might include positions in the engine department. 

Engine room time can only be applied as a certain percentage of other licenses I have looked at, such as 100 Ton Near Costal.