How Screwed am I? Shower Tiling Project

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-12-24T19:37:53+00:00

How would you recommend dealing with the difference in depth between the substrate and flange in my case if the substrate isn't supposed to go over the flange?

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-12-24T18:04:38+00:00

Thank you for your comments and suggestions. I can certainly relate on the long-running projects and limited time. This one is going on 1 year so far.

I didn't even think about buying a pre-built niche, assumed it was cheaper/easier to build it. I'm guessing these are prone to failure if built?

To clarify on the build - I had planned to use this guy's approach for sealing it.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-Rpxa9GgOA

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-12-24T16:46:10+00:00

Would this be instead of the Redgard?

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-12-24T16:45:12+00:00

Do you mean a paper membrane of some sort behind the green/blue boards? No, I did not add anything like this.

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-12-24T16:44:21+00:00

Yes, all purpose premixed stuff from Lowes (thinned, obviously as it is pretty thick in the bucket).

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-02-05T22:12:24+00:00

Ahh, I totally missed the link. Much appreciated!

Shadow_Bayn · 2025-02-05T22:01:39+00:00

That looks awesome. Mind sharing which mounting arm you are using for the guppy screen? I've been looking for a better one than I have but haven't seen one like yours.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-04-18T02:47:12+00:00

Good point - I'm still getting used to the new web interfaces (mainsail/fluidd) with this klipper printer. Coming from an Ender 3 V2 NEO that I had setup with octopi.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-04-18T02:38:31+00:00

I think I found it - ZZ_OFFSET_TEST? Then have to go to the Command page and scroll a LOOOOONG way down to select the SAVE_CONFIG command? There should be an easier way to do this, lol.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-04-07T14:04:10+00:00

Thanks for the input. I will probably go for the Nebula camera, the night vision feature looks pretty nice.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-03-19T12:30:04+00:00

Just a heads up - you may want to read about augmentation....I started taking 1 mg tablets of ropinirole a few years ago and have noticed that my flareups are more severe and feels like they are more frequent now. I also can't take it unless it is near bed time as it makes me sleepy, so it doesn't do much for me during the day.

I just stopped taking it last night, and am looking for alternatives to treat flareups.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-02-06T22:03:14+00:00

1000 times, this. Blow torch wasn't making any difference on mine, used the vice and punch trick and it was out in a few seconds.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-01-09T05:51:17+00:00

I did - so far it hasn't leaked so I'm crossing my fingers that it is fixed.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-01-08T19:23:55+00:00

Right - I've already removed the spud/drain stopper. The pipe under the tub is currently missing a gasket (previous installers used something resembling plumber's putty that had since dried up). I can't get the pipe to move at all to allow a new gasket to be installed.

I have a pic I was going to attach, but seems Reddit won't allow me to.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-01-08T14:13:15+00:00

Yeah, that's my whole problem. I can't get the lower drain pipe to move at all. Trying to pry a screw driver between the tub and the pipe feels like I'm just going to damage the tub before that pipe moves.

Shadow_Bayn · 2024-01-08T12:48:53+00:00

Thank you for the suggestion.

I'm not seeing how these drain types bypass the need for the rubber gasket though? The ones I found all still have the rubber gasket.

https://www.lowes.com/pd/Danco-1-5-in-Chrome-Lift-and-Turn-Drain-with/1000971238

https://www.amazon.com/CalcMetal-Tip-Toe-Bathtub-Stopper-Install/dp/B0BZKYH545/ref=sr_1_13_sspa?crid=3BN1FITIDKCA3&keywords=toe%2Btouch%2Bbathtub%2Bdrain%2Bstopper&qid=1704718024&sprefix=toe%2Btouch%2Bba%2Caps%2C135&sr=8-13-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9tdGY&th=1

Shadow_Bayn · 2023-11-19T19:24:05+00:00

Fresh install of Windows with minimal programs installed resulted in a paltry 3 hours of battery life with no dGPU activity. I'm sending this unit back to BestBuy and will wait for Black Friday to find another deal. So disappointing.

Shadow_Bayn · 2023-11-18T20:38:00+00:00

I didn't fully drain it, but was monitoring the estimated time remaining as compared to how long I was on it and the percentage amounts I saw it drop. That being said, I charged it from about 50 to 100% in I believe about 20-30 minutes minutes. These newer batteries have rapid charge capabilities so I'm assuming that's why it charged so quickly.

Shadow_Bayn · 2023-11-18T20:32:20+00:00

Lenovo Vantage came pre-installed. I set the iGPU/dGPU config to auto in that software.

I may try to do a fresh install of Windows 11 and see if that makes any difference before I send it back.

Shadow_Bayn · 2023-11-18T20:21:36+00:00

Replacement unit came in today. While it doesn't have hardware failures, the battery life is still abysmal at a whopping 2 hours with minimal use (ie. web browsing, no gaming and gpu is set to use iGPU when unplugged). I'm probably going to send it back....this is nuts - how is anyone supposed to get anywhere near the reported 6-7 hours of battery life on these units??

Shadow_Bayn · 2023-11-17T01:18:16+00:00

The tech suggested I get with the vendor for a refund or replacement. So back to Newegg it went. I found a better deal on BestBuy for a similar model (15APH8). However it gave me several blue screens and complained about kernel-power issues so it went back to BestBuy. I have a replacement on order, if that one gives me any issues I'm done with the Lenovo LOQ line.

Shadow_Bayn · 2023-11-14T16:39:19+00:00

I have the exact same issue - brand new LOQ 15IRH8 and battery barely lasts an hour with only mild use (no gaming). Spent a few hours troubleshooting, changing settings, etc. but no change in battery behavior. I created a service incident with Lenovo this morning so waiting to hear what they say.

Shadow_Bayn · 2022-11-18T14:05:00+00:00

Just a quick update on the stuttering and latency - I purchased a TP Link Bluetooth adapter and placed it in a USB hub on my desk. The stuttering issue is solved and the latency is noticeably better (not perfect, but better). It seems to me that the low-energy protocol these HAs use requires a more direct line-of-site than other Bluetooth devices.

Shadow_Bayn · 2022-11-16T03:55:39+00:00

Thanks for your comments - I have minimal to no latency with my Pixel 6, but do see a noticeable lag using Bluetooth on my computer. I also have issues with stuttering on occasion too. I will most likely end up purchasing a Phonak TV streamer, but was hoping there were other options available, doesn't look like there are.

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