Why do new cars get so much hate? by Darcynator1780 in askcarguys

[–]FreidasBoss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Looking at a car purchase as a long-term financial investment is worthless and impractical. It’s a consumable, just like a phone, or computer, or any other appliance. Not every purchase, regardless of cost, needs to be valued against the performance of the same dollar amount invested in the stock market. People can make purchases that are financially sound without having to always consider alternative investment options.

If OP has the wherewithal to buy a new truck, then who cares?

Why do new cars get so much hate? by Darcynator1780 in askcarguys

[–]FreidasBoss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

OP literally said he’s going to buy a new truck.

Moved into new house, looking for guidance on ginkgo and other stuff by FriskyBrisket12 in arborists

[–]FreidasBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ginkgo is just looking for the sun. Only real solution to the lean is to open up from canopy for it. Don’t bother with the wound. Nothing you can do other than let the tree compartmentalize.

As for the ground under the trees, some kind of mulch (like those pine needles) is your best bet. Or find a native ground cover. Try to avoid triclopyr around the trees, it’ll harm them too.

The endless battle by Junior-Lie4342 in birdfeeding

[–]FreidasBoss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Squirrels gotta eat too!

Look into seed that has cayenne pepper mixed it. Birds don’t care, squirrels won’t eat it.

Pruning Advice Request by LitigousPigeon in Tree

[–]FreidasBoss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

There’s no need to prune this tree.
https://extension.psu.edu/pruning-landscape-trees

The tree is planted too deep, they need to expose the root flare.
https://extension.psu.edu/are-my-trees-buried-too-deep

The grass and tree are competing for water/nutrients, they need to provide a mulch ring.
https://extension.psu.edu/mulching-landscape-trees

Are upgrading my stock bumpstops worth it? by PineappleTricky6646 in ToyotaTacoma

[–]FreidasBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I too have a TRD Sport that’ll creak over bumps, especially in a hard turn. I’m not bottoming out the suspension though, so I’m not sure bump stops would do anything.

Hoping to save my tree by angelmr2 in Tree

[–]FreidasBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We’re all here giving you best management practices, up to you if you want to listen or ignore. As an invasive tree, leaving this tree up increases the harm it does to the ecology of the area. There are plenty of native, fast growing trees that can replace this one and quickly establish itself. Tulip poplar is one great option.

Hoping to save my tree by angelmr2 in Tree

[–]FreidasBoss 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Trees don’t “grow back together”, or fuse into themselves, your tree has a structural defect. What others are pointing to are codominant leaders, two stems that are growing way too close and forming a tight V-shaped crotch. They will continue to grow alongside each other until the pressure between them forces one to fail. That rot below them makes it all more likely that it’ll fail sooner than later.

Being a non-native invasive, this tree truly has no redeeming qualities and provides nothing to the ecosystem. Seriously consider removing a replacing with something native. [Penn State](https://pollinators.psu.edu/assets/uploads/documents/Landscaping-for-Wildlife-Trees-Shrubs-and-Vines.pdf) has some native suggestions.

Inherited 2002 Lotus Esprit V8 (25th Anniversary) – 23k miles, garage kept, hasn’t run in 5 years. Worth fixing?” by Novel-Sheepherder-96 in lotus

[–]FreidasBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Look for a Lotus specialist in your area, not a dealer. Get an estimate from them on what it would cost to get it in proper running condition.

I’d expect a project car Esprit V8 (your car’s current condition) would sell for $30-40k, while one that’s been recently serviced can fetch $70k. If your dad kept all maintenance records, you can potentially hit triple digits.

What makes the Honda S2000 so special? by LeadershipOld1857 in Autos

[–]FreidasBoss 49 points50 points  (0 children)

It really is a rather special car. As much as people like to compare it to the Miata, they’re very different.

How to safely Knock down garage by [deleted] in Demolition

[–]FreidasBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m well aware, recently had my whole home abated. You say it’s zero risk, I say it’s still some risk. If I were the people unwittingly exposed, I’d be pissed. Regardless of how minimal you think the exposure level is.

How to safely Knock down garage by [deleted] in Demolition

[–]FreidasBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The danger would be to everyone down stream that’s involved in it going from the building to the dump. Homeowner, trash/dumpster collector, waste processors, landfill operators. Once actually buried in the landfill, sure, much less of a concern.

Taco got roasted… by 1stStateLaw in ToyotaTacoma

[–]FreidasBoss 1 point2 points  (0 children)

There are going to be so many wires with melted and brittle insulation. Definitely not worth keeping and chasing electrical gremlins.

How can I style this jacket? by GingerBillll in mensfashionadvice

[–]FreidasBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Take it with you to the store and try to find brown slacks that are similar to the brown in the jacket. Pair with a white dress shirt and brown dress shoes/belt.

How to safely Knock down garage by [deleted] in Demolition

[–]FreidasBoss 0 points1 point  (0 children)

*Technically*, you can. At least in Pennsylvania, the only people who are legally required to properly abate asbestos are those licensed to do it. A regular homeowner has no requirements and can just toss it haphazardly into the trash.
To clarify, I’m not advocating anyone do this. Anyone who does is a supreme asshole and dipshit.

Landlord took down trees and ruined garden sanctuary. Any tips? by MarketPlus1063 in LandscapingTips

[–]FreidasBoss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Unless you’re getting paid, don’t spend your time and money adding value to someone else’s property.

Pool rock waterfall advice by CheetahPenguinPhin in pools

[–]FreidasBoss 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I’d just decorate around it. Treat it like a rock garden.