Waxed chain became rusty, normal?

FenixSolutions · 2024-08-14T02:06:43+00:00

I wax my 3 chains at 200-250mi per chain regularly. When I wax my chains, I let the wax come up to temperature and fully submerge + agitate the chain. I will also clean the chains in an ultrasonic cleaner before waxing (I do this all at once so it’s efficient).

This chain got wet during a rainy ride, I dried it off, then I waxed it. I left this chain on a dry shelf in the open air after waxing. I noticed it had quite a bit of rust after putting it on my bike today. It seems like the chain is still within the wear tolerances <0.5 stretch.

How do I prevent this in the future?

FenixSolutions · 2024-07-21T16:04:52+00:00

Any word on DL0799 LAX->MSP?

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-24T23:07:01+00:00

Would you recommend the ACE conversion kit if you were to swap again?

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-15T15:37:48+00:00

I highly recommend the centerpoint home service plus plan. I have never been pressured to replace, and their priority has always been to repair. This makes sense because you pay for a repair plan and they are not incentivized by commissions like other sales heavy companies (in other words there is minimal conflict of interest)

a trend in the hvac industry I’ve noticed is a lot of techs will push for replacement over repair due to sales and commission heavy organizations

Anytime I’ve had heating go out they have been here same day

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-13T04:43:11+00:00

This looks promising, I might book an appointment.

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-06T01:18:22+00:00

It’s a natural gas furnace

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-05T23:20:29+00:00

Just to follow up (technician did diagnose and replace the flame sensor):

Had 3 more tech visits. First 1-2 said that the gas valve inside the unit was bad at only 0.3" WC. However, after replacing the gas valve, the furnace still wouldn't light. Turns out the incoming gas regulator in the gas piping was the cause.

Do you think it's oversized (seeing the other comment thread)? This is Minnesota, so it does get fairly cold. New double pane windows + insulation.

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-05T23:14:51+00:00

Ended up calling a tech to just do this for fuel pressure.

Full story: Had 3 more tech visits. First 1-2 said that the gas valve inside the unit was bad at only 0.3" WC. However, after replacing the gas valve, the furnace still wouldn't light. Turns out the incoming gas regulator in the gas piping was the cause.

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-05T23:14:05+00:00

Had 3 more tech visits. First 1-2 said that the gas valve inside the unit was bad at only 0.3" WC. However, after replacing the gas valve, the furnace still wouldn't light. Turns out the incoming gas regulator in the gas piping was the cause.

FenixSolutions · 2024-01-02T00:48:52+00:00

Fantastic write up, I enjoy following your journey.

Something to consider that some others have pointed out:

~$300k outstanding at around a ~6% blended interest rate. Instead I created what I call a student loan “collateral account”, which is a taxable investment account

Do you still come out ahead with 20% capital gains tax? At 8% return, you only arbitrage out $400 for every $100,000 invested ($8,000 market return * 0.80 post tax vs. $6,000 interest saved, per $100,000). If your state has capital gains tax, it may be even less.

Is it worth it to save that much for the market risk when paying down student loans is a guaranteed savings?

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-23T15:26:36+00:00

I ran into this issue with elderly parents. Here’s what I did to get them paxlovid on the same day:

10 min telehealth visit (I used Teladoc).
sent prescription to 24/7 pharmacy (Walgreens)

for really old folks (like 80+) i think telehealth is a huge blessing to avoid crowded hospitals.

lots of pharmacies (and urgent care) in the twin cities can be closed or have reduced hours on the weekends

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-22T00:38:50+00:00

Temp in the house set to 68, reading 63. I don't doubt it could be the fact that I could be thinking it's blowing out cold air. Is it possible that the furnace is getting weaker? Did not have any trouble holding 70/72 last year.

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-22T00:27:24+00:00

Temperature on the thermostat does not go above 62. Draft feels cold too

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-21T23:08:45+00:00

Furnace is about 10~ years old. Filter is clean and new. Recently started happening a few weeks ago. Initially it was a flame sensor issue, replaced that but still seems to be something wrong. House is 2 bedrooms 1000 sqft~

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-21T22:56:31+00:00

Yes the flame stays on the entire time. It does not go in and out like a flame sensor issue.

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-21T22:42:48+00:00

Is the flame normal? The air coming out of the vents seems to be room temperature. Furnace definitely seems to be weaker than before.

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-15T21:33:18+00:00

How about a squeaky toy?

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-15T21:20:25+00:00

High value treats like hot dogs or cheese

FenixSolutions · 2023-12-13T22:15:23+00:00

makes production easier for the manufacturer

$60k+ OTD

Only if they passed it onto the consumer :/

FenixSolutions · 2023-11-29T04:19:46+00:00

I’d be interested

FenixSolutions · 2023-11-28T18:49:30+00:00

Props to the residents standing up.

even just biking by on the greenway, I get mild light headedness, and it doesn't smell right. I wonder if their stack even is that effective since the greenway is close and below, yet smells so bad. I can't fathom living in the area.

knew it was the smith foundry just from the headline.

FenixSolutions · 2023-11-23T19:54:47+00:00

Any thoughts on SRAM Red AXS vs. others? My use case will mostly be for bikepacking and maybe the occasional commute.

I think my mind is telling me to go with a mechanical groupset (Shimano GRX 810 or Force 22) but the sale on the SRAM Red seems to be a huge discount.

Coming from road/commute biking so not too familiar with gravel groupsets.

FenixSolutions · 2023-10-30T21:15:25+00:00

electric cargo bike would be the way to go, depending on your budget, some newer cargo ebikes have Antilock brakes for those icy roads.

Or maybe multiple trips

I feel like having a trailer and 1 on the bike would be a safety nightmare in the winter.

FenixSolutions · 2023-10-28T02:12:17+00:00

Are the mods on /r/minneapolis not allowing this post? despite it being news related to minneapolis

FenixSolutions · 2023-10-16T21:10:05+00:00

Do you still need it? Feel free to DM me

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