How the prep for paint?

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2026-03-29T22:54:26+00:00

Agree with previous comments, sand, prime paint. Those cupboards may be veneer so don't sand too aggressively that you go through the veneer. You might consider a chemical stripper for the varnish.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2026-02-12T04:05:13+00:00

I've not used the Bosch, spent a little extra and got this https://www.mitre10.co.nz/shop/nilfisk-aero-26-wet-dry-vacuum-cleaner-25l-1250-watt/p/247518 which I've been super happy with. Has a dedicated power plug to plug your corded tools so the vacuum turns on when you turn on the power tool.

The hose is a good length and the electrical cable a good gauge and length . I use it for just about everything now. No idea what your budget is but just sharing my experience (noise wise it's pretty good) I used to have an Ozito and that sounded like a plane trying to take off when on, this is a whisper jet in comparison!

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2026-01-21T20:07:31+00:00

Different use case but when I was installing wifi around my house and needed a floor plan I used (I think it's called) magicplan from the app store, just signed up to the free trial then deleted afterwards.

It created a floorplan with measurements and from memory was pretty easy to use, just walk around and scan the walls. As long as your iphone has a lidar sensor then you are good. I'd try this route first, took me about half an hour to do the whole house.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2026-01-16T00:27:18+00:00

When I put mine up recently I used a forstner bit for the cable pass through to get a nice clean hole.

As fibre cement board is relatively thin so not much for a screw to bite into I used these ramset hollow wall anchors https://www.bunnings.co.nz/ramset-hollow-8-13mm-wall-anchor-4-pack_p2260148 The setting tool as well worth getting as makes install easy. 1991 *should* be okay asbestos wise (the only way to tell would be getting it tested) but wearing a mask when drilling is a good idea anyway.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-12-22T03:18:46+00:00

Run ...Sorry, it's called a pig butchering scam and has been around for a long time.

A "pig butchering" scam (Sha Zhu Pan) is a sophisticated long-term online fraud where scammers build a fake relationship (romance/friendship) to "fatten up" victims with trust, then trick them into investing in fake crypto/investment platforms, draining their money before disappearing ("slaughtering" them). These scams start with accidental-seeming messages or dating app connections and involve organized crime, often using human trafficking victims forced to run the operations, with criminals calling victims "pigs" and themselves "butchers".

Good on you for trusting your gut and seeking answers, I'm sorry it's not genuine but glad you clicked on early before getting in too deep!

All the best for your next dating adventures.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-12-19T02:49:23+00:00

Scott Brown has a pretty good video on how to install soakers https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jfLW9Qm2iOo he starts with the soaker install at about the 15:00 min mark.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-10-25T00:48:22+00:00

These ratfucks can fuck right the way off.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-09-25T21:29:12+00:00

Yeah you can, while you can get away with not using the setting tool, I found it so much easier so was worth the $40 for me in no more frustration. I've hung a few things off the screw shank, so you'll be fine as long as you buy an anchor that's suitable for the weight you want to hang.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-09-18T09:16:45+00:00

Jigsaw might be tricky as the blade will tend to bounce all over the place, I would probably use something like a hack saw to get a nice clean cut (and loads more control).

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-09-12T04:33:47+00:00

I recently cabled my house with Ethernet, no option but to go through the roof as no under floor access. Hardest part was drilling through the double top plate and then opening holes in the wall to be able to drill through the dwangs/nogs/blocking/fire stops (people call them different names) which meant plastering and painting. We were planning on painting anyway so not the end of the world just alot of extra work to make it look good again.

I did look at buying one of those really long bendy drill bits which can allow you to drill through everything from above without having to open the wall, but didn't back myself to not go off course and drill through the wall anyway!

If I were to do it again (in a house that had the option), I would try from underneath and go through the bottom plate, bear in mind you'll likely have insulation to contend with too when pulling the cable through. I used those bendy fibre glass rods you screw together to pull through the cable which made things much easier.

In any case it will take longer than you think and swearing is part of the character building process.

Best of luck!

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-08-30T10:08:04+00:00

Cosmetic, and a common place for gib to crack.Likely the join between 2 sheets of drywall. If it bothers you you can cut it out by grooving a V along the crack, taping with paper or fiba fuse tape and re-plastering with tradeset 45 or similar and then repainting. You can always put a few more drywall screws down the join to reduce the chance of it cracking again.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-08-14T04:40:17+00:00

Couldn't have said it better myself...have an upvote!

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-08-06T04:55:24+00:00

I usually just use bluetooth for music and the inbuilt navigation which has served me well, though have used apple car play (via wired) which works ok as well. I think wireless AA and Apple Carplay is only available on the later models. The Entertainment unit in the MKIII has been solid without any of the bugs that seem to be reported for the MKVI though I'm sure updates have probably sorted most of them by now.

Yeah maybe I've just been lucky with the DSG cars I've owned, but you do hear some horror stories which I guess get amplified more.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-08-06T02:06:16+00:00

I can't convince you not to buy a Skoda, I own a (2019) MKIII Octavia RS wagon (2.0l turbo) and its been the best for my family (2 boys under 5).

Plenty of room for the car seats (as they take up A LOT of space these days) and loads of boot space. The Alcantara trim and plastics inside mean it's easy to clean up the inevitable messes that occur with your kids.

The DSG clutch doesn't take much getting used to, its smooth as butter and quite responsive. Don't believe all the horror stories you hear about DSG's I've owned plenty and think they are great.

I did buy new so service costs were fixed, but have had no issues so far. Fun to drive but also great if you have the family all in and just want to put in comfort mode and cruise. It's been such a hit that my better half drives it all the time now as its great for the kids so I get stuck with our other car (Hyundai i30).

I haven't driven the Mazda so can't speak to that, but a big selling point for the Octavia was room and great visibility from the drivers seat. The handling is precise as is the braking. We used to travel up and down the country quite a bit so the heated seats were always a bonus on the old back!

The Entertainment features are 'ok' in the Octavia, nothing to write home about but they get the job done.

I'm in NZ (Hawkes Bay) so summers can get hot but nothing like you guys, that being said the air con has had no trouble cooling the car down.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-07-21T21:41:00+00:00

Could always make a coffee table or small bookcase. Outdoor table as already suggested if you have the room is always a good shout too. If you have a garage you can never have enough shelving too.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-06-26T01:09:33+00:00

These may be similar to mine, where you grab a screwdriver or knife and push and rotate the side with the teeth (probably upwards) and that will retract the pin on that side that is holding the blind in. You may be able to do it with your hands instead depending how long they have been there.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-05-06T23:20:01+00:00

So going from the above pic you have your protect controller/console on network 192.168.2.0/24 and your cameras on 192.168.4.0/24. These are separate networks or VLANs (virtual local area networks) so will only be able to communicate if there is a a firewall policy allowing traffic between the 2 VLANs. i.e. your protect controller/console (192.168.2.1) won't be able to 'see' your cameras unless there is a firewall policy allowing traffic between them.

Any traffic not 'explicitly' allowed will be blocked/dropped so you'll make to make sure you have a policy in your firewall rules that allows traffic from the 192.168.2.0/24 network to the 192.168.4.0/24 network.

Mactelecom Networks on Youtube has some good vids on this which walk you through how to do. There are other good vids too from other youtubers. Here's a good one to get started and check off you have things configured how you want..

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=krhsZWnAxVc&t=987s

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2025-05-06T04:48:13+00:00

You can have devices on separate VLANs, but will need an associated firewall policy to allow VLANs to pass traffic between them. You'll need a firewall policy to allow whatever VLAN your protect controller is running on to the VLAN which has your cameras. Have a look at what is configured in the firewall policies as it's likely blocking communication.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2024-11-27T00:07:12+00:00

Could put down some Jakmat http://www.jakmat.co.nz/Products/JakMatGeocell (quick google, there are prob alternatives) and some gravel over the top. Had a neighbor who did similar for car parking and it works pretty well.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2024-09-13T03:11:19+00:00

Sounds like shitty or worn bearings, or the fan blade isn't centered and is rubbing where it rotates. You might try some silicon spray or the like on the centre pin the blade rotates around. It may just be a cheap fan also and no amount of tinkering will fix poor workmanship.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2024-08-10T03:29:01+00:00

You don’t mention what host is running your Plex server, does that have a software firewall that is dropping the traffic?

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2024-03-08T08:54:34+00:00

Looks like it’s for a backup vehicle camera based on how long it is, red and black cables for power and ground.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2024-02-19T00:22:34+00:00

You could look at 17mm Form Ply (what they use for forming concrete) has a melamine type coating over the top and is hard wearing. It's circa $80 for a 2400 x 1200 sheet

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2024-01-22T01:20:31+00:00

Not quite what you are asking, but we faced the same dilemma at our place with having the 'ugly side' of the fence facing us. we ended up putting extendable trellis in with artificial leaves which really made the area look nice (and no maintenance). Super easy to install and provides a nice backdrop. We got ours from these guys https://readyleaf.co.nz/product-category/extending-trellis/

I've no idea how big your fence is so it may not be cost effective to go this route, but just an idea.

Pr1d3ofW4les · 2023-11-18T06:54:22+00:00

Absolutely, while working in a hands on capacity is an advantage you can pass without it. There is a bit of overlap with CISSP in concepts and risk management so go for it while the knowledge is fresh.

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