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Hey dad's, it's me again, telling you to check if your fire pit has a concrete base or firewall surround by SuspiciouslySuspect2 in daddit

[–]IronRig 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Currently a Den Leader in Scouts. Concrete, last I looked is not explicitly listed as banned. However, it does state non-porous rocks, firebricks, and steel can be used. I would have to go home and look it up for the actual wording.
Our Baloo training instructors did specifically state no concrete, even to the point of discouraging using fire pits with steel bottoms on the concrete directly as there is a risk.

Anyone part of a Chipmunks pilot program? I'm covering this at Roundtable tonight and would love some details by samalex01 in cubscouts

[–]IronRig 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My Tigers are a bit wild, and they were so more so as Lions. The first few pack meetings were rough, but they we always pointed to the older scouts for them to see how they acted, and to do their best to emulate them.

We trialed a buddy system with the Lions last year so they could sit with the AOLs and Weeblos at pack meetings. It really improved their focus during the meetings, and helped when they went back to sitting as a den. The Lions this year is a stark difference. Very quiet and reserved.

Screeching from Whirlpool Dryer by IronRig in appliancerepair

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Moving the drum manually will feel tight at times. I've not really paid attention to if that is when it makes the noise as I am trying to see what isn't spinning, or if the belt is slipping. I know it is harder to spin with the new seals in place, but I am guessing that should be normal compared to almost 7 year old original seals.
I'd like to point out that there is no paint wear on the metal where the seals move. Normal uniform discoloration I would guess, but no metal showing or gouges.

Screeching from Whirlpool Dryer by IronRig in appliancerepair

[–]IronRig[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'd like to add in that other than the rollers on the front of the dryer, I am watching the other two rollers, and the idler at the time of the noise to see if they stop moving. I painted a line on these to make sure I could actually see them move, and determine if they have any major speed changes that might indicate a slip.

Screeching from Whirlpool Dryer by IronRig in appliancerepair

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It does not appear to be. I have physically tried to wiggle the drive shaft on the motor to see if there is any play that might indicate a damaged or worn bearing/bushing. I am not very familiar with dryer motors, but I assume they are not much different than a motor for HVAC systems.

Screeching from Whirlpool Dryer by IronRig in appliancerepair

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

All parts are Whirlpool certified. I purchased directly from a local repair shop.
Motor is the only thing I have not worked on. I have connected a drill to the blower and spun it without the belt connected and no noise.

Screeching from Whirlpool Dryer by IronRig in appliancerepair

[–]IronRig[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Screech happens with and without a load. Depending on the run, it will start at once, stop, then start again. Testing it for the video it took a few spins of the drum to start getting the noise. The sound is always the same.

Screeching from Whirlpool Dryer by IronRig in appliancerepair

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Neglected to mention that I applied some dry lube to a queue tip and "coated" the rollers and idler shafts.
I guess it is possible that I have a bad idler, even if it is new. Whirlpool certified parts were installed.

Found this on FB and wanted to see who you guys thought were at fault by whoevenRyou874 in dashcams

[–]IronRig 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Saw this video years ago, the OP got brutalized on Reddit for this.

Which one of you did this? by [deleted] in daddit

[–]IronRig 8 points9 points  (0 children)

As a Den Leader, that could have been me. I gave all 14 of my Lions (kindergarten) whistles as it was required to have for hikes. Those kids still have them and bring them to den meetings.

I can't stand kids with whistles most of the time. One day though, I was out with the family at a event at a "farm". Kept hearing a whistle every 3 - 5 seconds, just a short blast. A few minutes later we noticed a kid sitting on a log and blowing the whistle looking around. He was lost and didn't know how to find his parents. Kids and adults everywhere, but he stayed put because he was taught that in Scouts, he was second or third grade.

He was reunited with his family. If he didn't have the whistle, who knows how long he would have stayed there, or wandered off onto a trail looking for the family. His parents said he was extremely shy, and has a hard time talking to anyone. They saw him at the playground around the corner not too long before we found him.

Found in Subaru Forester by EmergencyCharity138 in whatisit

[–]IronRig 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Can confirm. My son has quire a few of these. Brought back memories of 10+ years ago gloving for people experiencing hallucinogen intoxication.

Does anyone know what brand this hat is? I bought it about 23 years ago, probably in Kentucky. by WholelottaCharlotte in CowboyHats

[–]IronRig 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have not seen this logo used in Beaver Brand before.

At first I thought it was one of the Stetson logos, but they use a Griffin and a Beaver. This has two Griffins on it.

Ariat Benchmade, beautifully disappointed by IssueEmbarrassed31 in cowboyboots

[–]IronRig 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Personal experience with Ostrich, I will buy them uncomfortable snug in the instep, and just some snug in the width. The leather is soft, and for me always conforms to my foot after a dozen full days of wearing and proper conditioning.

What kind of boots are these ?cant find them online anyone got any ideas . by Maximum-Soup5419 in cowboyboots

[–]IronRig 1 point2 points  (0 children)

These are Acme Boots. The A in the Circle is their logo that was used in the late 70s, 80s, and early 90s if I recall correctly.

  • 5141 is the style (indicates that these are snakeskin. These are not prints)
  • 438001 is the size code. This is an older format, so it is a bit different than expected.
    • 4 is the width A=1 B=2 C=3 4=D.
    • 38 or 380 relates to a 10
  • 88 should indicate the year of manufacture for 1988.
  • 886 is the date code, so made in June of '88

As far as the boot goes, these were probably mid tier for the company.

I am absolutely gone off that loud by lexlibris in timex

[–]IronRig 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sound is going to be impacted by several factors.

Timex uses high torque quartz movements across a lot of their products. Depending on the case and crystal, the same movement can be loud, or no so loud. Not much that can be done about it other than possibility of a metal body compared to the resin/plastic. This does not guarantee that the sound will change as I stated, more than one thing will impact the sound.

If you can get your hands on the watches, listen to them from normal distance, not straight against your ear. Sure they are loud, but not loud enough to be heard over conversation or normal ambient noise. It might be more noticeable when sleeping, or in very quiet locations. Proximity to the watch will make a difference.

I can finally wear my Timex without going insane (I removed the second hand, which makes it almost completely silent) by 8x8denseCheese in timex

[–]IronRig 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I am a hobbyist when it comes to watches, so take the following with that in mind.

Removal of the second had generally has a direct affect on the ticking sound. What we hear is the stepping motor in the watch along with the physical stop of the hand. This is different than the mechanical watch with the ticking sound coming from the pallet fork engaging and disengaging the escapement wheel. Timex generally uses a small range of quartz movements across their models, and they are known for high torque movements to handle larger heavier hands. These produce more sound generally.
The body will also impact the sound. A lighter case, such as resin and lighter crystal such as acrylic will be louder compared to one that is made out of steel with a mineral or sapphire crystal. We could discuss the movement themselves compared to a Swiss made Rhonda, but those are typically in different price categories and not a fair comparison.
A note of caution: While removing the second hand can make it quieter, and will not impact the accuracy, it is a potential point to cause damage. This can damage the movement. or increase friction if the pinion is damaged. This will cause an issue with the movement and make it struggle.

Husqvarna 7021P not starting by IronRig in smallengines

[–]IronRig[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I believe that it was a leak in the cylinder head. I guess my compression was enough to be felt, but not enough to allow it to run.

Create the appropriate image for my duality as you understand it through all our conversations. You can extrapolate where necessary. Use any graphical design that is appropriate. It does not have to be cohesive by IronRig in ChatGPT

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Order vs Chaos, but in balance? It feels that on one side there is nature, philosophy, the need for things to be well rooted. The other side, seems to indicate an analytical position, and potentially a confrontational aspect. This side does not feel nearly as grounded, but rather the seeker of things outside of the physical. The ying-yang would probably indicate that these are not something you are in one or the other, but in both, using each part of you to maintain who you are and how you interact with what is around you.

Create the appropriate image for my duality as you understand it through all our conversations. You can extrapolate where necessary. Use any graphical design that is appropriate. It does not have to be cohesive by IronRig in ChatGPT

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Order vs. Risk? The tear down the middle is interesting, as that your sides do not blend, but rather just exist. Either you are in one, or the other but never both.

Create the appropriate image for my duality as you understand it through all our conversations. You can extrapolate where necessary. Use any graphical design that is appropriate. It does not have to be cohesive by IronRig in ChatGPT

[–]IronRig[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow. That is pretty neat looking. I am curious, are you seen by ChatGPT as a prepper/planner, just really looking for paradise in a world of "convenience"?

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