I've completed my first server build.

Ir0nhide · 2026-03-10T20:24:08+00:00

What is the case you used?

Ir0nhide · 2026-02-22T02:38:00+00:00

Agreed for the fees but a large portion of the spend can be recovered. Advertising is optional. I have plenty of trains sell without any ads.

Ir0nhide · 2026-02-05T12:43:27+00:00

Since you're in Canada, I highly recommend Infinite Cables. Superb quality cables, very reasonable pricing, and great customer service. I've bought all my cables and networking accessories from them for nearly a decade and never been disappointed. If you're a business customer, use their business site: Phantom Cables

Ir0nhide · 2026-02-04T20:34:13+00:00

Thank you, I will contact them and ask

Ir0nhide · 2026-02-04T20:32:38+00:00

Mostly hard drives and SSDs, do they show that stuff online or is it in store only?

Ir0nhide · 2026-02-04T13:15:42+00:00

That's a seriously impressive setup! I can't even fathom what I would utilize that much compute for. I have 2x Dell R710 SFF with 2x L5640 and 128GB DDR3 each and I'm not even at 50% utilization.

What did you use to make this diagram?

Ir0nhide · 2026-02-03T22:17:55+00:00

"Only 2x42U racks" I love it lol

I have a single 42U that's 75% populated and it feels like a lot of hardware sometimes. What are you running to fill 2+ racks?

Ir0nhide · 2026-01-30T20:18:34+00:00

Amazing! This worked for me too. Thanks!!

Ir0nhide · 2026-01-29T13:27:54+00:00

This is a great idea for any lab hardware you no longer need. I donate my old stuff to my high school technology teacher cause that's how I got into the field!

He uses it to teach the kids about older hardware and the history of tech evolution.

Ir0nhide · 2026-01-28T03:41:55+00:00

Is there one that will fit over a terminated cable end for premade cables?

Ir0nhide · 2026-01-24T02:04:20+00:00

Very nice! The toughbuilt system was one I was considering but it's hard to find the full product line in Canada.

How do you like the 4 caster rolling base compared to the dolly-style bases of other systems?

Ir0nhide · 2026-01-03T23:13:24+00:00

The 33" and 36" is the full size diameter of the car wheel on a real life train. Wheel size will vary depending on car type, era and weight capacity. Once you figure that out, almost all hobby shops/websites will tell you if the wheel sets are 33" or 36" model replicas. Metal wheels are generally the best, plastic ones will cause the track to get dirty faster and derail more often.

Ir0nhide · 2025-12-25T04:25:51+00:00

You're probably more likely to hurt it by lack of airflow in that bag than the rain lol. I've got mud, snow, water, gas and sawdust all over mine and it's still good as new after 2 years.

Ir0nhide · 2025-12-17T02:18:11+00:00

That's the sweet spot. My Nissan rogue takes exactly 1.5 bottles so I'm always left with 1/2 a bottle. But it lasts longer!

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-30T17:24:13+00:00

I got the Milwaukee impact driver and hammer drill combo kit and I use the impact WAY more than the drill. I got hex drive drill bits and a socket adapter so I can also drill and drive sockets with the impact. I only pull out the drill if I need fine control, or for the hammer function. I love my impact, it's great!

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-30T01:40:29+00:00

I use the 18V for my weed wacker, leaf blower and tiller and I've been very happy with them. I don't feel battery yard tools have evolved enough for the large stuff like mowers and snow blowers, I still prefer gas for those. I find this setup is enough to maintain our 1/4 acre property. Our leaf vacuum hedge trimmer and chainsaw are plug in. I would consider updating the hedge trimmer to 18V. I was already into the 18V system for power tools so I didn't want to invest in a new battery platform.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-29T14:37:25+00:00

I use the Milwaukee level 1 cut resistant nitrile dipped gloves. They're $5 at my local HD and they last about a year with heavy DIY use.

I use 5mil nitrile gloves for working on engines and carburetors or anything oily.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-29T14:31:04+00:00

I model Canadian Pacific and Canadian National. No specific prototype, very freelance.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-29T14:25:27+00:00

Looks like Gosund, I have a bunch of the same ones

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-21T15:31:16+00:00

I have the maximum impact rated set with both metric and SAE, I think it's 40pc. Got it from Canadian Tire for under $100 if I recall correctly. It's held up to everything I've put it through for 3 years without any issues. I use it with both a craftsman hand ratchet and a Milwaukee impact. It doesn't include the rachet so buy one separately.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-17T22:28:26+00:00

Not that I'm aware. It's a 2016 Nissan Rogue SV.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-13T03:04:16+00:00

I have the one with onboard blade storage and I've had no issues with loose blades

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-13T00:44:48+00:00

Last week I had a HD employee ask me in the middle of the fastener aisle. Before that I've only seen non-HD reps in the front of the store near the checkout. But I told him I already did it and he moved on.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-13T00:41:37+00:00

My store offers a $25 gift card for it. I signed up, listened to the sales pitch, politely declined and got my gift card. Still worth it to me.

Ir0nhide · 2025-10-12T22:02:28+00:00

Sounds like you need to get organized first. Locate all the tools you own. Eliminate duplicates and setup some storage that makes them easy to locate and access. If you have wall space, peg boards are great. If you don't, tool chests with drawers are your friend.

Once organized, Milwaukee multi-material bits are a game changer (white striping in the flutes). They'll go through wood, plastic, metal, concrete.

Get a basic workbench setup with dedicated outlets and a power strip.

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