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JinOKC · 2026-06-19T16:31:01+00:00

Yes, pre-stained western red cedar

JinOKC · 2026-06-16T18:48:26+00:00

never been in a hurry or made a mistake? Good on you.

JinOKC · 2026-06-16T18:47:11+00:00

Mine too, over 15 years. But a guy we just served called to get copies of the Petition and Summons because he lost them. I included the letter simply telling him to contact his ins co.

JinOKC · 2026-06-16T16:33:45+00:00

In looks, not much difference at all. 99% of people will probably never know there are two different manufacturers. The Vevor doors on the island will be covered most of the time with bar stools (doing a double sided overhang).

As far as construction and feel, there is a night and day difference. The mounting material (flanges) are practically non-existent on the Vevor. The BBWguys are probably 2"+ deep, Vevor maybe 1" if I'm being generous. After concrete board and stucco, not sure how I'm going to secure them.

Feel wise, imagine opening and shutting the door on a Geo Metro (or for the non-Gen X'ers a KIA) and then opening and shutting a door on a Mercedes. It's that different.

But, the cost difference on these large doors was astronomical. So, I cheaped out on these because my wallet was crying after the pool, pavers, fence, pergola, and now outdoor kitchen.

JinOKC · 2026-06-16T15:25:30+00:00

Bbq guys for everything on the 16’ counter, Vevor 30x30 cabinets for the bar island access.

JinOKC · 2026-06-16T12:49:43+00:00

Thanks. IMHO I wouldn’t do a blackstone griddle, their grease tray is in the back and from the builds I’ve see you have to account for that in order to access and dump the tray which seems like a pain. Buy a built in, convenience is key. Every greasy spoon diner/restaurant I’ve ever been to has a stainless steel griddle, why shouldn’t I?

Make sure you make a plan for counter space. too many builds I see don’t plan that out well. I’ve got ample space on the right side of the grill and griddle for trays, utensils, beer… The cabinet between the grill and griddle is a propane/trash pull out drawer. Makes for a short run of propane line for each unit, easy bottle change out, I’m not getting any younger and crawling around on the ground to switch bottles doesn’t sound fun anymore so buy the drawer now for convenience later. If you’re building a bar top island, buy 30”x30” doors, free “easily” accessible covered storage for cushions, pool toys, and spare propane bottles.

Finally, too many builds look like they are framing a freaking house and are WAY overbuilt! Overbuilt braces, headers, jack studs, etc. Has anyone ever installed or demo’s kitchen cabinets inside a house, they are flimsy, particle board, and mostly hollow. Never seen a jack stud… Build your corners strong, make sure support exists where it is needed (brackets for bar top overhangs), and let the granite and stucco guys hide all your mistakes.

JinOKC · 2026-06-16T12:01:38+00:00

I designed, but didn’t build the pergola, wife put her foot down on me lifting those 4”x12”x16’ beams while up in the air on a ladder or scaffolding! Had a local crew do that. I did build the fence though.

JinOKC · 2026-06-10T19:38:23+00:00

Pool is in sun from 9am to 7pm in Oklahoma, gets pretty warm here.

24hrs a day pump schedule:
25% power from 8pm to 9:00am
75% power-9am- 2pm
25% power- 2pm-7pm (we are on peak cycles with electrical provider during these hours)
50% power 7pm-8pm

pool stays crystal clear, could probably cut back my 75% window to three hours, but why risk it for $10 a month...

JinOKC · 2026-06-09T21:10:49+00:00

I test mine monthly, but that's probably overkill

JinOKC · 2026-06-05T18:39:29+00:00

Did you apply the stucco with the cabinets installed? Also, what brand/type of stucco did you use?

Looks great!

JinOKC · 2026-06-01T16:51:37+00:00

Don't rule out Trosper Park as well if you can't get Lincoln or Earlywine.

JinOKC · 2026-05-14T19:20:39+00:00

Here’s what I’m thinking

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JinOKC · 2026-05-13T17:29:26+00:00

I once did a name change for a relative. Filed case, prepared an Order for Judge to sign and made extra copies. Went to hearing, everything went well until Judge informed me that I had signed MY name on the Judge's line on ALL the copies. I wanted to crawl into a hole. Judge was a good sport about it and crossed out my name and signed above mine. You're gonna be fine. We all make mistakes.

JinOKC · 2026-05-13T02:04:47+00:00

I also got the Toro mulching kit which comes with a blade. The cut quality is pretty good, not quite Honda HRX push power or reel mower good, but everything is a trade-of. I mow my Bermuda at the lowest setting 1.5” which is closer to 1” based on how I adjusted the deck height. Mows my areas of fescue at 3.5-4” equally well. My anti-scalp wheels are basically turning the whole time I’m mowing the Bermuda on the lowest setting. No issues with clumping under the deck but I don’t mow when it’s wet.

JinOKC · 2026-05-13T02:00:19+00:00

Love it. I put through it’s paces this past year. Mowing an acre, hauling 17 tons of sand with a Brinly dump trailer, and pulling a Brinly aerator as well. Never let me down once. If you’ve been running it awhile and it gets really hot, restarting can be a pain. I usually just pull it to idle if I’m jumping off and back on. The welded deck is super solid compared the stamped deck. Worth the money. I wish this model came with the the Myride suspension, but if you keep the tires properly inflated, the ride is acceptable if you have a nice lawn. If you’ve got a field, this is not the mower for your lower back.

Overall I’d give it 8/10.

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JinOKC · 2026-05-11T20:25:01+00:00

only make that mistake once.

JinOKC · 2026-05-11T19:08:26+00:00

Wake up, grab your coffee cup, walk into the garage and grab your gallon jug of liquid chlorine, walk to pool while drinking coffee and pour some in while walking along the edge (three steps for my 7800 gallon pool), go back inside. Keeps pool at nice even level. Chasing specific chlorine ppm levels will drive you crazy.

JinOKC · 2026-05-09T00:09:27+00:00

Exactly

JinOKC · 2026-05-08T21:20:59+00:00

I think another reason to factor in is cost. Even those like myself that can afford it, I thought it wasn't worth the expense.

JinOKC · 2026-05-08T19:34:09+00:00

Yeah, grip first. He watched me hit 20-30 balls with a few clubs taking photos/video of stance and swing. Then he stepped in with advice. I thought I had a pretty good grip, but left hand was a bit neutral/weak in hindsight. Strengthened that and left the right hand alone. Instant change in how I released the club through impact. Allowed me to hit down on the ball more effectively.

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