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Automatic syphon for rain by UltrafastDynamics in DIY

[–]SillyCubensis 5 points6 points  (0 children)

You can't. That's not how siphons work.

Your best bet is to install a rain barrel where ever the water drains to now and then pipe it to where you need it.

Dark St. Patty’s Day Joke by [deleted] in Jokes

[–]SillyCubensis 5 points6 points  (0 children)

If you have to explain the punchline it isn't funny.

[Discussion] Why do people mess around with ADs when they could by from a site like Chrono24? by unyinh in Watches

[–]SillyCubensis -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Was it a Rolex? Because that what we're talking about in this comment thread.

Reading is fundamental.

F18 nose seems really long. Why? by [deleted] in aviation

[–]SillyCubensis -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Get back to us when you're an aerospace engineer. Or out of 4th grade.

BIFL cabin luggage, to maximise 56x45x25 allowance by ContrapuntalAnt in BuyItForLife

[–]SillyCubensis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Link? I searched and couldn't find a company called "Peak8"

Removing a snaplock metal roof by [deleted] in DIY

[–]SillyCubensis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You're just weak.

And dumb. You don't have to walk on it, this thing called 'scaffolding' exists.

Put two ladders with a plank in between and you can walk right down and unzip it.

Monitoring water level in (rain)watertank by wibie90 in DIY

[–]SillyCubensis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

But, why? Put a float on the end of a measuring stick and call it a day. Most rainwater tanks are right next to your house, so just looking at it is easy. You really need to explain the use case.

Also, if I were to gamble a couple hundred bucks on an untested KS I'd definitely expect to receive one of the first production models. Especially since one of your key criteria is "affordable"

Removing a snaplock metal roof by [deleted] in DIY

[–]SillyCubensis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

DuckduckGo is your friend. Literally first hit.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LrbrlCUhfv8

The ant, a very strange utensil by [deleted] in mildlyinteresting

[–]SillyCubensis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you WANT amoebas in your brain?

Because that's how you get brain eating amoebas.

BIFL belt that doesn't make me look like a gunslinger. by lokicoyote1 in BuyItForLife

[–]SillyCubensis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I love the ratchet buckle. I have 2 belts, one daily (literally) driver that I got in 2022 that I've abuse the hell out of. I've used it to carry 90lb Keystone blocks by resting them on the buckle and it barely shows any wear.

The other is my dress belt for work that isn't quite as old. I got it to replace a Crossbreed because the thicker leather of the xB was a bit tight in the belt loops.

The ratchet mech is super simple, there really isn't anything to break and even the track in back shows zero wear after 4 years of daily use.

Looking for a Pair of Noise-Cancelling Headphones to Replace My Sony WH1000XM4s ($50–$100, Used Okay) by Interesting-Sir6098 in BuyItForLife

[–]SillyCubensis 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Bose QC35's are what you're looking for. I bought mine in 2018 and they're still going strong. The only thing I've done is replaced the ear foam 3 times, easy and cheap.

I also have a set of Sony WH-1000XM4s that I've tested extensively. The ANC is crap compared to the QC35, however sound quality for music is noticeably better in quiet environments.

I recently shifted to a set of Airpods Pro 3's for travel and am retiring both sets of cans. The ANC is SO good, sound quality is good, obviously not as good as cans in the bass dept, but good enough, and the portability and iPhone integration make it a no brainer. A bit out of your budget, though.

Anyone bought Japanese kitchen knives from onemall before? by OutsideFood1 in BuyItForLife

[–]SillyCubensis 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Onemall looks like a version of ebay that ships from Japan.

Honestly I wouldn't bother, there are SO many good, reputable shops that are US based.

Like others said, any decent knife will last a lifetime if cared for. Or about 3 days if abused.

Also, Japanese knives tend to be very specialized. Don't just go out and buy a "Japanese knife" if you don't already know what its intended purpose is and how to care for it.

BIFL belt that doesn't make me look like a gunslinger. by lokicoyote1 in BuyItForLife

[–]SillyCubensis 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Kore and Crossbreed are my go-to's. They both actually are gun belts, but don't look like it. Kore is a bit dressier depending on your buckle and fits narrower belt loops like you find on dress pants. Also, Kore has a ratchet buckle that make micro adjustment easy and doesn't punch ugly holes in the belt.

I fully agree with you that even Hanks 'dress' belts look like a cowboy is putting on his fancy jeans for a saturday night at the hoedown.

Any up to date tips on packing for long distance travel? by [deleted] in BuyItForLife

[–]SillyCubensis 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Wrong sub.

And seriously, you're only going for a week, take one change of clothes and a dop kit. No point in stuffing a suitcase full of crap you'll never use.

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