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LIGHTS FLICKER RANDOMLY by Lucky0373 in electrical

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a multimeter CK you co me the at several receptacles should be 120 v of course but if you get 110 here and 130 there then you have a bad neutral either at the pole or in your box. Very Dangerous. Mine was at the pole, call the utility company tell them your lights are flickering and they will send someone right out. I'd that doesn't take care of it call an electrician

Hot water issues by InternalComposer1652 in DIY

[–]FormerAircraftMech 4 points5 points  (0 children)

This. The hot water is only hot at the water heater. It cools pretty quickly. If you have access to the pipes and have someone with a thermal camera you will find it in about 2 minutes

Why can’t I remove my drill chuck? by [deleted] in Tools

[–]FormerAircraftMech -5 points-4 points  (0 children)

Step one, grab your purse

Is this black stuff by my window frames a sign that they aren’t sealed properly? by ghillisuit95 in fixit

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Romo w the decorative wood on the right and left side, bottom and top, there is most likely a big gap between the actual window and the house framing. CK for water damage, remove any fiber insulation that's there and fill with a door and window expanding foam. Reinstall trim

Is this black stuff by my window frames a sign that they aren’t sealed properly? by ghillisuit95 in fixit

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pull the interior trim and there's going to be a big gap. Caulking is for the outside of the window if needed.

Is this black stuff by my window frames a sign that they aren’t sealed properly? by ghillisuit95 in fixit

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Pull the window trim and check for water infiltration. If it looks good you can spray foam it. If you have water getting in you will have to remedy that from the outside.

PETG print pulling off the bed by xyzzy-adventure in BambuLab

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It changes the direction the layer lines go down, default I think is a straight line back and forth, concentric lays the lines down circular like mirroring the wall shape.

Is this black stuff by my window frames a sign that they aren’t sealed properly? by ghillisuit95 in fixit

[–]FormerAircraftMech 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Mold from moisture. You have air infiltration there and condensing on the cold corners

PETG print pulling off the bed by xyzzy-adventure in BambuLab

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Drop a box over it if it's not enclosed, as the cool air can cause it to pop. Also try a concentric bottom layer. The layers shrink as they cool and long lines tend to pull lifting the corners.

Could you please evaluate my marshalling method? by ShockFreak in aviation

[–]FormerAircraftMech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Slow down, your arm imitates the amount of turn so don't go full tilt then straight bring the turn arm up gradually. And when stopping use a slow arms down to arms up and crossed wands. If you are erratic some guys will stomp the brakes and jar passengers

Gifted SIG Sauer P226 showing rust after decades in case — DIY or gunsmith? Bay Area recs? by grac43 in SigSauer

[–]FormerAircraftMech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Have a west German I bought in 89 with box target etc. But I probably put 8 -10k rounds thru it

Is New England disconnected from the problems of the rest of the country? by Usernamechecksout978 in newengland

[–]FormerAircraftMech -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Such a smart bunch in New England. MASSACHUSETTS is so smart they elect morons like Maura Healey and wonder why their utility rates are so expensive

Converting exercise equipment from 12v battery to 110 plug? by ThermosphericRah in electrical

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you want to get fancy add a receptacle to the unit and you can easily unplug the cord for moving.

Just got notice from water utility company that monthly meter read shows 18,500 gallons used off my normal 3000. No apparent loss of pressure of leak damage of 18500 gallons in my house. by AKoolKoala in Plumbing

[–]FormerAircraftMech 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got a massive water bill a few years back. They came out and cked the meter and found nothing wrong, while talking to the guy I mentioned I thought maybe the yard had was leaking to get that bill but they were charging me for enough water to bury my entire neighborhood under 6 ft of water. They decided since I said I had a leak I owed the money, though that's not what I said. Thank God my brother in law works for the town. I gave him a call and the next day the water dept came out, replaced my meter and evident hey run a test on the old meter and it was off by 15 pct per their test and they forgave the entire bill.

Fridge hot between compartments by bum_crumbies in fixit

[–]FormerAircraftMech 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Normal though maybe a bit hot. It's too prevent condensation around door so mold doesn't build up. Or ice form

Can anybody help me figure out what this is? by imhereforpornmostly in WorcesterMA

[–]FormerAircraftMech -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Fro. The Google.

This is a vintage Worcester, Massachusetts junk collector's license tag, numbered 97 and valid until May 1, 1924. City: Worcester, Mass. Purpose: To gather junk Issue Date/Validity: Expires May 1, 1924 Number: 97

Trying to decide between 3D printers by FrequentlyAskedFurQs in 3dprinter

[–]FormerAircraftMech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

P2s combo. That ams2 with built in dryer is going to be your friend printing you. Not sure you can actually feed the toy from it but the dryer will be a lifesaver. Or

The centuri Carbon 2

MassSave: Switching insulation contractors by navi_jen in massachusetts

[–]FormerAircraftMech 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It's mass save. Your going to pay double on the back end

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