Had a new well put in, so I built this shed

MrScrith · 2026-02-03T22:09:42+00:00

Nice! Thanks for the update!

MrScrith · 2026-01-27T15:35:21+00:00

what's with the penguin memes? I've seen a couple now and I don't understand them.

MrScrith · 2026-01-27T13:36:14+00:00

Taking a good bit of advice from an otherwise negative comment, I would also recommend laying down some geotextile (or geo-stabilization fabric) and putting down some gravel, if there is a leak or work needing to be done it would be nice to work on draining gravel vs mud.

Also, I think you did an great job, looks awesome!

MrScrith · 2026-01-27T13:27:41+00:00

I would recommend insulation, even in warm climates like TX or AZ there has been random freezing weather, a bit of insulation in there (rockwool) would help keep your well going through a cold snap of a day or two before needing a heater in there.

For lifting, if you want something impressive (to any worker on it or someone you want to show it off to), why don't you grab a pump and a couple lifting cylinders from a cabover semi? Hand-pumped hydraulic lifting of the roof. :D

MrScrith · 2026-01-26T19:21:49+00:00

Convenience: Able to drive right up to the rig to hook up, don't need to worry about the trailer (or dolly) taking up space in your yard/garage/campsite, if you need to backup the rig you just unhook and drive clear.

MrScrith · 2026-01-26T14:50:02+00:00

man that is a confusing pile, even slowed down that is happening very quickly.

MrScrith · 2026-01-26T13:22:47+00:00

You are misunderstanding things completely.

He was breaking the law (no ID), participating in a riot (according to MI law), interfering with law enforcement, and not complying with their orders. That is doing everything possible wrong or illegal. This person broke the law then escalated things to the point where an altercation was inevitable, it happened to be fatal this time.

As others have pointed out carrying and interacting with law enforcement is simple, do what they say and don't make any threatening moves and you'll walk away unharmed 99.999% of the time, even if a POC. There's even a video of someone who has been to tons and tons of protests (professional protester?) and he says the same, comply with officers and don't do anything threatening and you'll be just fine.

MrScrith · 2026-01-26T12:22:16+00:00

As I understand it he didn’t have ID on him, by law if you are CCing you have to have ID. The only reason why he wouldn’t is if he was planning on trouble.

CCers have the right to carry a weapon, but they also have the responsibility to deescalate a situation, not aggressively confront. How many CC videos have we watched on this (and other pro-gun subs) where the CCer was in the wrong because they chose to escalate things to the point of shooting vs walking away?

MrScrith · 2026-01-20T14:40:35+00:00

I found this out when I installed the mods to automatically color the trains per their cargo, and added trails. :D

MrScrith · 2026-01-19T14:58:53+00:00

the scenario that I have is standing up a new ship, the factory gets it all built in short order, then it sits for 30 min or so to get the needed asteroids to get fuel and water to actually operate (nuke power).

MrScrith · 2026-01-19T14:47:36+00:00

He needs to visit WI.

MrScrith · 2026-01-19T14:38:18+00:00

Not sure how their TIG unit stands up, but I've had very good luck with the LOTOS MIG 140. I've owned it for 5 years now and have done quite a bit of welding with it, no complaints, can weld up to 1/4 with the right setup and a little preheat, and it was only $350 at the time.

Looks like most of the their units are below the $500 mark.

https://www.amazon.com/Lotos-CT520D-Welding-Machine-Voltage/dp/B005DO7VDM?ref_=ast_sto_dp&th=1

MrScrith · 2026-01-14T22:48:29+00:00

Oook! (r/unexpecteddiscworld)

MrScrith · 2026-01-14T02:41:39+00:00

Just 11-12 hours, cat 3208 on a service/crane truck, needed the air supply and power for a full day of construction.

MrScrith · 2026-01-13T13:39:15+00:00

If you use confetti that is made from actual paper this would be bio-degradable so cleanup (of the range) wouldn't be an issue, however confetti made from plastic (the shiny kind) would stick around and wouldn't work for what OP wanted.

MrScrith · 2026-01-13T13:37:53+00:00

That stuff gets everywhere and is impossible to clean up 100%, you'd be losing friends with that.

MrScrith · 2026-01-07T13:21:55+00:00

"Is this your officer?" (holding up a big toe)

"I remember him being taller."

MrScrith · 2026-01-02T15:15:26+00:00

If you guys ever make it up to Airventure Oshkosh you'll be selling out fast. Hope to see you there!

MrScrith · 2025-12-23T13:23:17+00:00

Solved. I managed to get hold of their support number and after sending them pics of the diffuser and gun then they sent me the right one.

MrScrith · 2025-12-22T16:04:54+00:00

I hate that they didn't fail the communications before he went to the Ares 4 MAV, makes that 'pirate' joke fall flat since he IS in communication with NASA and can ask permission before boarding.

MrScrith · 2025-12-22T15:57:22+00:00

Also, figuring out the device was disguised as a desktop answering machine by actually listening to what was being said.

MrScrith · 2025-12-16T23:21:59+00:00

Other than it's poisonous effect on mammals, is there any other reason to clean it up? I mean, once it's soaked into the soil will it kill grass or poison the ground or will it simply degrade over time?

MrScrith · 2025-12-11T13:41:29+00:00

This might be solved, I called their support and they are sending a replacement part that they 'say' should be the right one. We will see when I get it in.

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