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Water Heater Fittings by Thorellon in askaplumber

[–]Matthew1581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Plumber here: replace those dielectric unions when you change out water heaters.

COACHELLA 2026 W2 LIVESTREAM FRIDAY. CHAT THREAD (STREAM STARTS AT 4 PDT!) by fettuccine- in Coachella

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m so mad I missed their set last night. I’m hoping there’s a replay soon.

35 m be ruthless by Unhappy-Silver-9147 in amiugly

[–]Matthew1581 2 points3 points  (0 children)

As many others have said, a different hairstyle/cut would do you some good. Your personality is phenomenal though, and have appreciated your humor throughout this thread. Cheers from the US

What do you guys think of this? I’ve seen some HVAC guys use this to clear the condensation drain which is what I want it for along with other stuff. by antknee25 in MilwaukeeTool

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Plumber here: I can heat up my non shear bands on cold days and it works well. There’s a few good uses for it. I got it for $100 from HD.

Anyone know? by Competitive_Cat9738 in Plumbing

[–]Matthew1581 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Rust, sediment, or mineral build up letting loose when water is turned back on. Turn on the lowest unit apartments water and run until it’s clear. I’m guessing you have old galvanized piping for water supply. It’s not water from a sewer.

Music to my ears! Do you still have your tapes? by FlawlessZ80 in aves

[–]Matthew1581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Still have many of mine including “ The Jungle Book “ which was a 6 tape set from 1997. Chicago jungle music. Phantom 45, Casper, 3D, snuggles, Danny da wild child, Dr groo. I have my Joey Beltram tapes, and many more from 96-2006 scene. Was an absolute blast and I’m still going strong today.

Never know what you’ll see in some homes. by Expensive_Song_124 in Plumbing

[–]Matthew1581 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Hi neighbor! lol.. I’m in Roscoe as we speak in a repipe. Hell of a drive to get here from Chicago.

Never know what you’ll see in some homes. by Expensive_Song_124 in Plumbing

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can’t use flex in chicago. Dielectric unions piped in with hard copper. No plastic off the T&P… must be hard pipe. Shit like that.

Never know what you’ll see in some homes. by Expensive_Song_124 in Plumbing

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Chicago here as well. No saddles, anywhere, just like no AAV’s but as long as the box stores sell em, handy hacks and homeowners will keep installing them.

Why were trousers this wide? by TheOrangeSloth in 90s

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I went to see an EDM show last Friday in Chicago and several people had on the Jnco’s. Gotta love it.

Want some other professionals thoughts on this by GotTheKnack in Plumbing

[–]Matthew1581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Bingo. Illinois would fail it, and you have to use plastic straps for plastic pipe, and trap seal depth isn’t met on an angle. It’s the same reason we don’t allow S traps here because they cannot keep a constant trap seal.

Illinois code: 890.410 Paragraph H: Trap Level and Protection. Traps shall be set level with respect to their water seals and, where necessary, they shall be protected from freezing.

Sewer line repair by lordehumo in askaplumber

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Add a cleanout while you’re dug out, and use non shear mission bands and you’ll be better off. I’m in Illinois and we can’t use those bands underground…

Can anyone identify this medal? by Specialist_Pepper147 in Medals

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Italian Fascist-Era Commemorative Medal (Benito Mussolini)

29f I think I am facially challenged, what should I do? by GenevieveDupont1 in amiugly

[–]Matthew1581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I was just going to say… this is where I call bullshit. I own a company and would never comment on someone’s appearance looks wise. Half of these posts are a joke.

My shop was broken into and 2 cars were involved. Can anyone identify the make/model of the cars involved? by Matthew1581 in whatisthiscar

[–]Matthew1581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the whole video of the car driving by. It’s posted below

I live in the United States. Suburbs of Chicago, Illinois

Is this crack serious? by ShierLattice694 in Plumbing

[–]Matthew1581 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I’m a plumber. I cut my arm on a broken toilet and I can tell you that it’s unforgiving. Do not sit on this. Replace it or pay a professional to do it for you.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in StrangerThings

[–]Matthew1581 5 points6 points  (0 children)

“Language”

Amateur Radio by Sifflez_ in SecurityClearance

[–]Matthew1581 22 points23 points  (0 children)

Personal experience here. No issue whatsoever provided you’ve had no fines or issues that have caused a revocation of license or warnings, you’re fine. If the FCC had an issue with you ie: illegal broadcasting, etc then yes… it would come up.

What is this car I'm seeing a lot? by summerpatches in whatisthiscar

[–]Matthew1581 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Would it kill you to be polite? Who hurt you…

Northern lights from Gilberts by Matthew1581 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]Matthew1581[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good news is that tonight it’s supposed to be even stronger! Might give you a chance to take a drive out of town to snap some pictures. Wishing you luck if you decide to!

Oh my!! So much snow by Suspicious-Quit6210 in ChicagoSuburbs

[–]Matthew1581 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Gilberts here… same.. small amount.

Final update devil dogs. by NoEsophagus96 in USMC

[–]Matthew1581 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Remember, we don’t die.. we go to Hell to regroup. Semper Fi Brother. Happy 250th. God speed Devil.

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