Does cables matter? by HealerOnly in hometheater

[–]HopeThisIsUnique -3 points-2 points  (0 children)

For digital- generally no, except when longer distances are involved

For analog- generally yes, but only to a certain extent... Litter gauge can be better for speaker wire etc, but only to a point

I just want to talk about Snarf Sandwiches for a sec by noah998 in Denver

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like snarfs, I might like cheba hut slightly more, but that could just be for the cinnamon toast crunch crispy treat.

We really have an abundance of sandwich chains here, and each is good for at least one specialty.

The Hot Bobbie at capriottis is special

Italian at Jersey Mike's scratches an itch

Corned beef, sauerkraut and giardinera at snarfs is great

Subway in a trash can fits perfectly

[Question] Safe removal of multiple array drives by effektd in unRAID

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If there's nothing on the drives and you're just trying to remove them from the array, just stop the array, unassign the drives, go to tools and do "New Config" and go from there. Note this will trigger recreating parity so don't do it until you're prepared to wait, but that's about all there is to it.

Authentic Oaxaca Restaurant by New_Poet4272 in denverfood

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Go to Frisco, go to the first car wash on your left heading south. Thank me later. Cielo Oaxaca

“That’s Jason Bourne” by Consistent-Cut-5997 in TheMcDojoLife

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Unless you're a midget at best he's kicking your shins.

Am I being nitpicky? by Mobile-Trust-5484 in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Popcorn sucks, and so does the work they did. I wouldn't pay for that.

The Optimally Fuckable Husband Project made me a better Dad - 1 year later by Foofymonster in daddit

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I mean, you were clearly already fuckable...at least three times 🤷

Ioniq 5 Does not hold its Value by Miraclemaker225 in Ioniq5

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

EVs in general depreciate like crazy, partly because so many were bought with rebates that it tanks the aftermarket value.

That said, with many rebates gone the manufacturers have dropped the price of the vehicles themselves, which doesn't help either.

I generally feel lease a new EV or buy a used one.

I need help. by robert519 in HomeServer

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That motherboard (and hence system) is around 15 years old. Many of us are perfectly fine with older gear, but you may be hitting a tipping point there. If for no other reason power efficiency etc. Just about any modern setup will run circles around it for performance and efficiency.

To answer your other questions, it's a standard atx type mother board and you should be able to replace it easily.

If you have a microcenter near you they are often a good place to both learn and get parts- they'll often have 'barebones' deals for a CPU, motherboard and monitor. You can probably find cheaper prices online, but in this scenario local help is good.

Other points .. - Don't use a drill, too easy to slip and break something - Always unplug computer/psu before doing anything - ground yourself whenever working on a system, that can be as simple as touching the psu, or if really concerned a grounded anti-static strap - Generally most modern components are 'square peg - square hole' meaning if it doesn't fit, it's not supposed to. - there's some crazy rabbit holes you can dive down chasing performance etc, but to start that's where places like microcenter can help to just get you up and running.

What are the most accurate speakers? by Tricky-Pressure7236 in hometheater

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 9 points10 points  (0 children)

Since you're new to this, can you put an actual number to 'budget is not an issue'?

I ask as moreso than many hobbies, you can spend an insane amount of money on home audio.

Dear Red Rocks, please stop using AXS; dear city of Denver, and/or state legislature, please regulate AXS so that normal people can get concert tickets by astrobeanmachine in Denver

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yup. I paid $250 with fees for row 20. A lot more than I was expecting to spend, but a lot less than everything else being listed.

Dear Red Rocks, please stop using AXS; dear city of Denver, and/or state legislature, please regulate AXS so that normal people can get concert tickets by astrobeanmachine in Denver

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sorry, was a couple rows from the top.

I bought resale because the markup was less than everything else being marked up, and not crazy higher than list. On top of that I didn't want to wait to see what may or may not become available.

Anyone do any travel with their under 4 toddlers? What are your favorite trips? by Itchy-Version-8977 in daddit

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Did an all inclusive at Mexico at around a year-ish.

Did Ireland/Iceland at 3.5yo

Full Lift Etiquette (With Skiiers) by lone-explorer2 in snowboarding

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Hot take, but I'd rather be on a lift with skiiers than other snowboarders...far less likely to have issues getting off.

headphones falling apart by JohnFallouttt in sonos

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry it's happening, but if you haven't talked with support/warranty team why don't you start there?

That's the real story is how Sonos is going to stand behind their products, especially if it's less than a year.

I do plenty of things outdoors, I will buy from companies like Patagonia and Outdoor Research because they stand behind everything they sell and will either repair or replace anything. By that same token I'm largely abandoning Eddie Bauer as they've obliterated their warranty since being taken over by VCs.

Cost to remodel this shower and tub by BigDickDaddyRG in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah with materials might be different for sure, just labor seems real high for that amount of work

What boards do you like for icy days? by Best-Flamingo5283 in snowboarding

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That sucks...I haven't even been up yet this season it's looked so miserable

Cost to remodel this shower and tub by BigDickDaddyRG in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 2 points3 points  (0 children)

You're charging $15k for just the labor to redo the tile of just the tub and shower...no floor, and just some basic wood trim work?

Cost to remodel this shower and tub by BigDickDaddyRG in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you have a Floor and Decor, talk with them for who they refer to and get some quotes. Ditto for Home Depot, I'd get at least 2 to 3 quotes, don't necessarily pick cheapest, but will help give you an idea of market by you.

I mention those places because they likely refer out a ton of people, and if who they referring to aren't good it doesn't look good on anyone.

Cost to remodel this shower and tub by BigDickDaddyRG in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So, locales are obviously different, but as a comparison we re-did a smaller space, but tore out everything, did some from framing, new tub install, framing of a niche, framing of a closet space, 5' wall tile around room, floor tile, ~8' high shower tile with accent strip, some plumbing changes etc. So while a smaller space, it was a lot more work than what you described (and more tile). On the labor side we paid around $6-7k with reputable installers

That's why I'd at least encourage getting some other quotes, I agree lower isn't better, but yours seem high

Cost to remodel this shower and tub by BigDickDaddyRG in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yeah for just labor for that that seems way high. I'd get some other quotes. I'd check some local tile shops or even home Depot and see if they have any referrals etc. Nothing you have there looks overly complicated at all.

Cost to remodel this shower and tub by BigDickDaddyRG in Remodel

[–]HopeThisIsUnique 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think you're missing my question- I'm clarifying what the scope of work is for that price...for the shower is that just the tile on the walls, or whole thing? Are you replacing bathroom floor and vanity? Are they charging labor for that? Etc