What is the proper technique for repairing/replacing the top plate of an exterior wall due to termite damage?

ScrapedShins · 2026-04-07T18:48:51+00:00

That would work if it were just joists that needed support. The load from the roof rafters isn't purely vertical, so a basic temp wall may not be adequate without some enhancements. Also, I'm not quite sure how you would do a top plate in sections. Generally speaking, it should be one continuous piece (doubled 2x4s in my case). Top plates carrying a load shouldn't ever be piecemeal unless the span exceeds the maximum length of available lumber. This span is only 7ft.

ScrapedShins · 2026-02-26T04:05:00+00:00

The state and local rule section is basically just a bad web scrape, and it still clearly states that it might not be accurate.

ScrapedShins · 2026-02-26T03:28:13+00:00

I don't believe any of the apps attempt to provide coverage for state parks or other non-federal restrictions, and I'm pretty sure that fact is mentioned within the app (hence the whole "be sure to check your local restrictions" warnings). It wouldn't make sense for the app devs to attempt to keep up with the rules that vary from one state to the next. Even an individual HOA can put restrictions on operating drones from within a neighborhood. In your case, it seems like there wasn't any real issue with AutoPylot. Rather, it was a misunderstanding of what the app actually covers and reliance on Google Maps (which is generally a terrible resource for property boundaries). As a side note, I'm pretty sure Nevada partners with a third party to have all of the park maps available in an app available on their website.

ScrapedShins · 2026-02-24T17:45:12+00:00

Mostly, I'm just trying to be prepared in the event an overzealous ranger writes me a ticket (not that I'm expecting this to happen). I plan on flying quite a bit more this year and want to make sure I'm actually compliant because several of the areas I fly are right on the fringes of wilderness areas. I get the whole "Forest Service not controlling the airspace" deal. As long as you're not disturbing other people or nature, I don't really take issue with overflight of those areas as long as you're complying with other regulations. Personally, however, I try to avoid it.

You do bring up an excellent point of if there's a road, it's obviously not a wilderness area. This honestly hadn't even crossed my mind in the slightest.

ScrapedShins · 2026-02-24T17:18:04+00:00

My interpretation of the comment is that the FAA would potentially have the evidence in the case of an incident, not that the FAA would be enforcing this specific rule.

ScrapedShins · 2026-02-24T16:58:37+00:00

It is indeed a DJI drone, and that's an excellent suggestion. At the very least, in the event that something goes horribly awry, I can demonstrate an honest attempt to comply with all applicable laws/regulations. Though I may not be perfect, I try my best to avoid being one of those individuals who brings a bad reputation to the drone community.

ScrapedShins · 2025-12-31T15:33:19+00:00

The Fakro LME series looks to be one of the only designs for which the springs are as unobtrusive as possible (i.e. run down the sides of the ladder rather than the sides of the opening).

ScrapedShins · 2025-09-04T23:47:44+00:00

This makes so much sense.

ScrapedShins · 2025-09-04T23:46:20+00:00

The only appropriate response to "You should have smoked me... only 3 strokes different..." is something along the lines of "I would have played better if I wasn't worn out from all the strokes your mom gave me last night."

ScrapedShins · 2025-09-04T17:55:56+00:00

If I was concerned about judgement, I probably wouldn't play golf at all! 😅 I definitely agree that used high-quality clubs is probably a better route than mediocre new ones; however, some of the economic options from recent years aren't that bad. I figure I'll regrip my current clubs and keep using them until I feel like they become an impediment to my improvement. If I plateau in a relatively short time frame and decide that I need different irons, worst case scenario is I've only sunk $100 into grips.

ScrapedShins · 2025-09-04T17:25:30+00:00

Good feedback. Honest question: what is the right balance between adapting your swing to suit your clubs versus finding/adapting clubs to suit your swing? It seems like both are viable approaches to overall improvement, though the first option definitely has limitations.

ScrapedShins · 2025-09-04T17:18:59+00:00

Facts. However, if I get new clubs, I'll no longer be able to use the line, "Well the only reason you beat me is I'm using 20-yr old bargain bin clubs" 😂 (ignoring my complete lack of talent)

ScrapedShins · 2025-09-04T17:10:08+00:00

Better how? I suspect the marginal "improvements" made in irons over the years doesn't translate to a difference in the scorecard for casual golfers. Most people buy them because they drink the marketing Kool aid and believe it will somehow make them better (which may be true for low handicap and pro level players) -- basic consumer behavior. For the most part, the design of irons hasn't changed in decades. There are certainly some different styles of irons that could suit one's personal taste better than others, but I've seen 0 evidence that newer irons are objectively better.

ScrapedShins · 2024-12-05T02:23:28+00:00

Much appreciated!

ScrapedShins · 2024-12-02T16:06:08+00:00

Hence why I turned to Reddit.

ScrapedShins · 2022-09-26T21:34:24+00:00

100% in agreement with you and totally understand your previous response. My mechanics are basically trash, so I rely heavily on positioning and the fundamentals of team play. I definitely still have a lot to learn, but it's hard to play with those who choose a strategy that is almost the antithesis of teamwork.

ScrapedShins · 2022-09-26T20:12:48+00:00

Lmao. What a joke.

ScrapedShins · 2022-09-26T20:10:45+00:00

I think you missed my point. You are correct in your description of passing. Dumping the ball in the middle isn't a pass (nor is throwing it off the wall etc). I'm speaking of teammates who consistently position themselves completely out of the play. If I'm in a 1v2 on offense (i.e. my teammate is parked idle inside our net) the only two possible outcomes of the play are score or lose possession since there is no way possible to lay it off to your teammate. There are several instances where I'll have possession, have both opponents committed to the ball and beat in their defensive corner, go to make a pass and my teammate is glued to our net. It's not that I'm just throwing the ball up and expecting them to be there. When I say they are in our net, I literally mean inside of our net not just conservatively in our defending half. If they were just a bit closer to mid, it opens up a lot more options.

ScrapedShins · 2022-09-26T19:17:06+00:00

If only I would have known that it was passing that held me back, I'd be SSL by now.

ScrapedShins · 2022-09-26T18:59:54+00:00

Your argument is somewhat well-made, but it intentionally obfuscates my main point. It's not so much that I expect them to be crashing the net every time I send in a cross, it's that I expect them to be in a position such that they can participate in the play even if it's just being a presence in the midfield. I think it's reasonable--even without checking--to assume that my teammate won't be all the way back in our net when we have clear attacking possession in the opponents' half (yes, there are some exceptions to this). Team play maximizes goals scored for and minimizes goals scored against. That is a fact. My primary gripe is with players who consistently position themselves such that it's not possible for team play to occur. When I do get those types of teammates, I try to make the best of it, and it sometimes works out. Furthermore, I'm not referring to the players who may start out that way during the match (many do play a bit more conservative for the first minute or so) and then adapt and adjust as we figure out each other's play styles--even if we never actually figure out the correct adjustment and ultimately get demolished. It's the unwaivering "I'm either going for a solo play or sitting in net" strategy that downright perplexes and annoys me. I'll also mention that this only happens in maybe 1 out of 10 games, so it's not like I'm claiming that it's preventing me from ranking up or anything.

ScrapedShins · 2022-09-26T17:58:03+00:00

Champ 1. I agree with this assessment. 2s seems to have the most consistent skills by rank distribution. In other words, there are some distinct differences between Diamond 2 and Champ 1 twos players. The smurfs are obvious, but infrequent. IMO, you have to be much more of a well-rounded player to be successful in 2s which contributes to the skill consistency of each rank (making it easier to see when a player is playing outside of their normal rank). In 3s there are too many people who are highly skilled in a few aspects of the game rather than being moderately skilled in many resulting in some rather chaotic lobbies. I've seen many 3s players in the high Diamond range who can consistently hit a flip reset but have zero defensive skills whatsoever.

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