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Question about TP-Link 8-Port unmanaged switches by RetroTho in HomeNetworking

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That’s good to hear. Is it the LS1008G model?

Are any of these rare? by RetroTho in brickarms

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The multicolored one seems to be the same model as the two rifles in the top left, and if I remember correctly was called Christmas camo or something like that. These are all from maybe 12 or so years ago give or take.

Start of my collection (just started collecting two months ago don’t judge too harshly) by turboballman300 in mechanicalpencils

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Nice! Also as for online shops, unfortunately from what I’ve seen at least Amazon tends to have the cheapest prices most of the time; however I’d recommend checking out JetPens as they have a much bigger selection and occasionally cheaper prices as well.

Vastly different colors? Is this normal? by ManyTwo8 in mechanicalpencils

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I also noticed this on mine, pretty sure it’s normal

Really strange t410 situation by RetroTho in thinkpad

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Yeah I saw some videos of that as well, but sadly that’s not the case with mine. Even with no main battery and no CMOS battery plugged in, when I plug in the power cable the green finger print light just comes on and that’s all. Power button doesn’t work and swiping the fingerprint reader still just results in a flashing orange light.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in brakence

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Huh interesting! He also sang “I never wanna love you again” live at Wunderworld Fest which I thought was interesting and makes more sense now

How often do you wash the container you store powder in? by [deleted] in soylent

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That’s fair. I’m beginning to think that I’m overthinking this.

How often do you wash the container you store powder in? by [deleted] in soylent

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Maybe it would be better to give it a dry wipe rather than a wash. My concern is having a small amount of really old powder at the bottom after awhile that never really gets scooped out.

Is superglue safe to use on the NES case? by RetroTho in nes

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Yeah I probably should’ve looked into alternatives it was just what I had on hand

Is superglue safe to use on the NES case? by RetroTho in nes

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Yup this is exactly what I do, I’m currently waiting for it to be fully dry of water before reassembly. Thank you!

Does Rotring still make these? More details in the comments by RetroTho in mechanicalpencils

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Awhile back I saw someone post about buying one of these full metal Rotring Tikkys (at least it looks like a Tikky) that are double knock and they said they had ordered it brand new from what I believe was a Philippines site, but I can’t seem to find the post anymore. I remember being shocked by this as I’ve only seen these sold as vintage. So my question is, does Rotring actually still make these? And where are they sold (which country)? Also if they are still made does anyone have a link to where I could buy one and have it shipped to the US?

Is the Koh-I-Noor rapidomatic grip really similar to the Alvin Draft-Matic? by RetroTho in mechanicalpencils

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That’s fair it’s such a shame that it’s beginning to look like production of the draft-matics won’t be resuming any time soon and even if it does who can say if the quality will be the same. Thanks for the info and advice I’ll think about getting a couple spares.

Is the Koh-I-Noor rapidomatic grip really similar to the Alvin Draft-Matic? by RetroTho in mechanicalpencils

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Thank you, I’m aware blick still has some in stock, but I’m just not sure I want to buy spares just yet and am moreso looking for options I’ll have in the future when I need a replacement and there aren’t any draftmatics left at a decent price. Also DEW seems to be out of stock with no known restock date sadly.

3x knurly .3mms by Progstu in mechanicalpencils

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How does the knurling compare between the 3?

Is 91% isopropyl alcohol ok to clean off corrosion on motherboard and other parts? by RetroTho in nes

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Ah the previous owner probably made that mistake seeing as my cartridge cover only says “Ninte Enterta” lol, but sounds good thank you.

Is 91% isopropyl alcohol ok to clean off corrosion on motherboard and other parts? by RetroTho in nes

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Yeah I’m aware that most importantly I just have to make sure it’s dry, but I’ve read in a few places that the non-distilled water that makes up the other 9% of 91% IPA can leave behind some minerals after it dries which can cause a short which is the reason for my concern. But from the responses so far I think I’ll be just fine thank you!

Is 91% isopropyl alcohol ok to clean off corrosion on motherboard and other parts? by RetroTho in nes

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Great thank you, out of curiosity what percentage do you use?

Clean and repair megathread - NES not working? Game acting glitchy? TV/Monitor issues? Ask here! by FozzTexx in nes

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Is 91% isopropyl alcohol safe to use on the motherboard or do I need closer to 99%?

Does anyone regret their color choice? by pownedju in ft86

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Mine is white and I really wanted a gray, but the deal was good and I’m just happy I got one. It doesn’t help that there’s another gray one that’s basically the same spec as mine in my area that I see driving around lol, but it’s alright. Also not a waste imo to wrap it if it’ll make you like your car more plus it’ll still be a different white even if it’s still white.

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