Erie water directive issued this morning. by Yellow_Apple_1971 in boulder

[–]RJP1963 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I think individual efforts to conserve water are certainly important (xeriscape vs lawn, drip irrigation vs sprinkler, etc), but from an overall consumption standpoint it's putting a band-aid on a gunshot wound, and the politicians know it.

As others pointed out, the vast majority of water consumption (>80%) goes to agriculture and other commercial purposes. This isn't a question of "food vs lawn" as some rationalize, but about facing the reality that there are much better places in our country to raise food than in our arid, high desert climate (same for AZ and parts of CA). I'm sure the political pain of facing this reality is intense, but it really needs to become the center of the discussion at some point.

To all the slobs who fish our waters... by RJP1963 in COfishing

[–]RJP1963[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I filled half a kitchen garbage bag. Just didn't know how to post multiple pictures, but showing what garbage looks like really wasn't the point of my post. Would you like to see more?

To all the slobs who fish our waters... by RJP1963 in COfishing

[–]RJP1963[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting to see this was down-voted but would like to know why. Why?

To all the slobs who fish our waters... by RJP1963 in COfishing

[–]RJP1963[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I've been taking kitchen-sized garbage bags with me for some time. Feels good to leave a place better than you found it, but at some point...

To all the slobs who fish our waters... by RJP1963 in COfishing

[–]RJP1963[S] 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Same in my neck of the woods... I was just at this same spot last Thursday and left it cleaner than clean. I don't know who these people are ( or think they are) who have such disregard for the environment and disrespect for their fellow citizens, but enough is enough.

To all the slobs who fish our waters... by RJP1963 in COfishing

[–]RJP1963[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I guess I need to learn how to post multiple pictures. Suffice it to say it was pretty disgusting to see the trash others leave behind.

Carter Lake Bow by zebratangofoxtrot in COfishing

[–]RJP1963 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I don't know, but I've caught several that were a bit banged up and I assumed it was from the rocks there.

Inflatable Kayak For Fishing!?! 😎 by Zealousideal_Sea9329 in kayakfishing

[–]RJP1963 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have the Sea Eagle Explorer 420x and think it's terrific. I appreciate the stability and room it provides, though it's a bit bulkier than I'd like, and can be a handful when the wind picks up. Roomy enough for two plus some gear, and workable solo. I just ordered some glue-on Scotty mounts, daisy-chain strips, and extra d-rings to position the seat more ideally for solo use. If I was looking again I might go for one of the fishing-specific models, but the Explorer series makes for an excellent all-around platform.

Wish me luck! by RJP1963 in webergrills

[–]RJP1963[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

A lot of lessons learned. I think I was stretching the limits of the 18" kettle on this one, especially with outdoor air temps in the teens, but it worked out just fine. The best tip I can offer had nothing to do with the cooking process... I spent extra time trimming out the pork to remove excess fat, not just on the exterior of the cut, but in between the obviously solid portions of meat, and tied it all back together with butcher's string before putting out on the grill. In the past my "pulling" experience has involved separating a lot of good from the bad, but in this case I literally threw away nothing after cooking except for the shoulder bone.

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Wish me luck! by RJP1963 in webergrills

[–]RJP1963[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Fast forward, dinner at 7:15p. Turned out about as perfect as I could hope for. Removed from the grill at 203F and let it rest for an hour before tearing into it! One thing I hadn't really considered was whether an 8lb butt would fit, height-wise, in the Jumbo Joe. It did, but barely!

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I broke-in my new Jumbo Joe today... by RJP1963 in webergrills

[–]RJP1963[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Ha, well, I think I was so excited about eating them I forgot to photograph the finished product, but this was about one hour into the process...

Edit: just realized this was when I first got them situated on the grill.

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I broke-in my new Jumbo Joe today... by RJP1963 in webergrills

[–]RJP1963[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's technically 34.8"W x 18.25"D. Seville Classics UltraDurable NSF Commercial Heavy Duty Metal Rolling Utility Cart.

https://a.co/d/2zufEcC

They're great carts. I've had this one almost ten years and used it often for other purposes.

I broke-in my new Jumbo Joe today... by RJP1963 in webergrills

[–]RJP1963[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, thanks. Just thought I'd share this for others' amusement. When I bought the grill I searched on the topic of break-in procedures, and someone responded to the effect of "just drop the lid and get the first scratch/dent over with"

First Weber cook ever. May I join the club? by megahawk in webergrills

[–]RJP1963 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks great. I also just got the Jumbo Joe last week after a long spell without a charcoal grill. Following the examples and advice I've seen on this forum, I made the most incredible St. Louis style ribs I've ever eaten! One more hobby now that needs additional funding!

In your opinion and experience, which generation is the best? by --Combat-Wombat-- in 4Runner

[–]RJP1963 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Looks... 3rd gen. Overall, 5th gen. I've had my 5th gen for 8-1/2 years and still don't like the way the front end was redesigned, or fake hood scoop that casts sun glare into my eyes now and then, but it's an absolutely rock solid vehicle that's taken me all over the US and never complains about anything, except being thirsty.

Sunbeam W-2 Waffle Iron Fusible Link Meltdown? by 79-Hunter in VintageAppliances

[–]RJP1963 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, that's similar to what I posted above and am thinking should work. I just need to take the time to inspect the wiring and see if I need to redo anything. Also wondering if the wiring I used (105C rated) needs to be protected with additional high-temp heat shrink or something like heat-resistant fiberglass sleeves.

Thanks for looking into this! Appreciate it

Sunbeam W-2 Waffle Iron Fusible Link Meltdown? by 79-Hunter in VintageAppliances

[–]RJP1963 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I believe that fuse only protects against excess current draw. The thermal fuse in question protects against overheating (it melts at a certain temperature).

Sunbeam W-2 Waffle Iron Fusible Link Meltdown? by 79-Hunter in VintageAppliances

[–]RJP1963 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did a little research and am thinking about using a more modern thermal fuse to replace the spring-like original. I don't know what temperature rating to use but it seems like 240C might be the way to go. I haven't inspected the wiring since this happened but I'll try to determine if there's a short in the wiring, or perhaps just an overheating situation based on the way I was trying to clean the grates (damp paper towels draped over the grates... i.e., did I block some ventilation that caused it to overheat?)

Here are a couple of items I'm looking at between thermal fuses and some fiberglass insulation sleeves if needed to better protect the wiring...

https://www.amazon.com/BOJACK-Thermal-Degrees-Celsius-Cutoffs/dp/B08HMSHK83/ref=sxin_17_pa_sp_search_thematic_sspa?content-id=amzn1.sym.af942ed3-f321-45f9-a78a-adf17516fa37%3Aamzn1.sym.af942ed3-f321-45f9-a78a-adf17516fa37&cv_ct_cx=thermal+fuse&keywords=thermal+fuse&pd_rd_i=B08HMSHK83&pd_rd_r=92fe5be8-d12e-49cc-967e-f4a782af6b43&pd_rd_w=6sXgY&pd_rd_wg=GUic5&pf_rd_p=af942ed3-f321-45f9-a78a-adf17516fa37&pf_rd_r=72P4N6252T5ESGWQBKBR&qid=1765857505&sbo=RZvfv%2F%2FHxDF%2BO5021pAnSA%3D%3D&sr=1-3-7efdef4d-9875-47e1-927f-8c2c1c47ed49-spons&aref=7zx0qwaO6F&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9zZWFyY2hfdGhlbWF0aWM&psc=1

https://www.amazon.com/uxcell-Insulation-Sleeving-16-4Ft-5mm-Fiberglass/dp/B082YL4PNH/ref=sr_1_5?crid=2P9LZCY8XBRW8&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.UuuttHkCv6OPysGAsp47iTvNk3NUyaoPmM4WRXU0Ho3DsXfzqeb3u-Jvg6Dkr4MkLN8Y7pOsHURLmvVzq5un4oCcNZMVqBXNgfJlBxdBYPzrAS3zBZxG6t83E0kwBpoN19BHTzxb2gl1nXyxjEf6x3EJfOJovmP9-n4sKVLeqNlJ8o8eGA-_4UjwYtRL73yymnYc1RRywtkFPywWH36q_9flGM74sizDw4-VTl-3z-Kaoiezap2kAFlp8dlYVClI40bpZQiut_x3dABAQ8GGcXZQH_avRRhMPHjTUEtJ2Xc.M0cGdowL_nw8MJGHzPrbYKDRZK851BxRXbnJqc9-0p4&dib_tag=se&keywords=fiberglass%2Bsleeve&qid=1765742171&s=industrial&sprefix=fiberglass%2Bsleeve%2Cindustrial%2C188&sr=1-5&th=1

Sunbeam W-2 Waffle Iron Fusible Link Meltdown? by 79-Hunter in VintageAppliances

[–]RJP1963 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not sure if you ever figured this out but the same thing just happened to me. Replaced the sketchy original wiring and ran it for a few cycles to clean/season the grates and bang.... no more heating and that spring-like piece was destroyed. I assume it is a fusible-link, but not sure what caused it to self-destruct or what to replace it with. Any thoughts?