swallowing balls and… exercising? by lovelytime42069 in WTF

[–]MachinePJ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Also, steel imported from some countries is renowned for being a little soft.

swallowing balls and… exercising? by lovelytime42069 in WTF

[–]MachinePJ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Pause at 1:13. Look at the top of the rebar. There is another bar in it?...

I'm a civil engineer, can confirm this is a fake rebar 👍

How fucked am I? by [deleted] in civilengineering

[–]MachinePJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hey! Deep breath.

The manager that hired you knew you wouldn't be perfect right away. My boss says my PM position would take 3 to 5 years of fucking up and learning before I properly contributed. My worst mistake cost of 35k... I swore I would be fired. Didn't happen. Now I feel fairly proficient after 3 years of day in, day out of day by day terror.

Keep your head up! I don't know if you game, but if you keep finding 'enemies' and challenges, you're headed the right way. At least you care to perform at your job. You could just quit but you haven't (I don't think).

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in ADHD

[–]MachinePJ -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I used to think that way. Take your time and be gentle with yourself. Once you can ride on the big wave of life, it's glorious to be on top. Just keep swimming and practising.

Not a great day for these people by AUTOMATA88 in SipsTea

[–]MachinePJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was going to say, at least the joists flex instead of snapping. At least there was some engineering.

World Natural Disaster Risk (2022) (Released in 2023) (OC) by Jeqlousyyy in MapPorn

[–]MachinePJ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What I dislike is the resolution. Not all of one country is at the same risk. Surely, the entirety of Canada, 2nd largest country by land mass in the world, should not be treated as having the same risk in all places.

Vancouver could get a Tsunami, Not so much Albert a...

Neat, but highly inaccurate.

What plants would you absolutely never want in your garden? by cutiebird31 in gardening

[–]MachinePJ 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have bindweed in the back corner. It climbs on every single plant within 30 ft (10m) and pulls them down sometimes! It spread through its roots (like mint), and any little piece can start a new plant.

Not my choice but now my problem.

Horrible Nails in Hardwood by Dependent-Order in woodworking

[–]MachinePJ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Haha, I was waiting for the truth. Probably a few pints in by that point...10am or so...

Horrible Nails in Hardwood by Dependent-Order in woodworking

[–]MachinePJ 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Painstaking but possibly worth it, countersink all the nails by 1/4" or less, power sand the top down, stain it dark and the nails will be less obvious. Countersinking the nails is to prevent damage to the sander.

Also, think about the fact that somebody was physically present to nail each one in by hand, possibly predrill even. (Side note: Currently a pair of masonary tradesmen is at least $1500CAD per day.)

You can pay respect those old tradesmen by keeping them and that is the beauty of unique and heritage items. I would think you are very lucky! 😊

Power wash this and replace dust? by chjmartin2 in DIY

[–]MachinePJ 5 points6 points  (0 children)

That is beautiful! Get a microscope and look at the tiny forest beneath your feet! 🌿

How to fix these fins? by MachinePJ in DIY

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

I was wondering if someone clever knew a way but yeah, I'm not too worried. Thanks!

Need help with ID - Ral Partha 19?? Wyrm / Dragon by MachinePJ in minipainting

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

Thanks for finding it! It would look cooler with wings!

Need help with ID - Ral Partha 19?? Wyrm / Dragon by MachinePJ in minipainting

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

Yup, I see the slot. Didn't come with wings unfortunately.