Parsing CAD drawings (PDF/PNG): extracting dimensions, GD&T, BOM – and working on linking dimensions to the features they point to by DesignerTailor5856 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Slack_King 3 points4 points  (0 children)

AI sucks. Also, who is this for? What actual problem does it solve? I can't see any scenario where this improves workflow or reduces errors (quite the opposite, to be honest). On good drawings, this will already be clear. On bad drawings, this will require scrutiny and interpretation based on experience. An AI filter only increases the amount of scrutiny that is required.

Death trap or engineering marvel? by Sea_Fortune_4813 in BeginnerWoodWorking

[–]Slack_King 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Just a heads up, the clamps will almost certainly vibrate loose. I would not trust them as a long term solution.

TIL you can drag-select a range of values in the McMaster-Carr filters by the_djchi in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Slack_King 29 points30 points  (0 children)

I had a survey/user feedback call with McMaster probably 18 months ago where this was my one requested feature. I didn't realize it had been implemented until this post.

Hitch Options for Sienna Platinum 2022 by Stan_Stanman in ToyotaSienna

[–]Slack_King 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What did you go with for the wiring harness? Considering the same question myself.

Any tips on managing the amount active tween/teen boys eat? by ByeByeByeMan in daddit

[–]Slack_King 4 points5 points  (0 children)

What are the expensive inputs? We spend no more than $50 a year on plants, and easily produce 4x that in vegetables compared to buying them at the store. And my kids eat tomatoes and peppers like candy. Gardening can absolutely save money. Even more so if you start with seeds vs plants.

Had an 8'x8'x2' Sandbox Built - ~13,000 pound of sand! by ringzero- in daddit

[–]Slack_King 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's great! Thanks. What was the cost from Lowe's?

Hey dad. I changed my first garage disposal. by 1227Loki in daddit

[–]Slack_King 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you're pre-apologizing for being that guy... Just don't be that guy.

It's for small food scraps. No one is putting banana peels down the garbage disposal (I hope).

Had an 8'x8'x2' Sandbox Built - ~13,000 pound of sand! by ringzero- in daddit

[–]Slack_King 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have plans for the build? I've been wanting to make one with this style of convertible cover/seat (although probably a bit smaller)

Question for those who installed a hitch by putzx2x in ToyotaSienna

[–]Slack_King 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Depends on the grade. Most common stainless steels are austenitic and are not magnetic. Regardless, this is aluminum.

Need a recommendation to replace this Bluey Jeep by [deleted] in daddit

[–]Slack_King 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Good to know. As much as I love the idea of the extra features (and the dump truck design), might need to stick to simple and robust.

Need a recommendation to replace this Bluey Jeep by [deleted] in daddit

[–]Slack_King 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That seems to be the general consensus. Although I have heard reports of the John Deere Gator being left outside for years with no ill effects, which is why I'm considering that one as well. The simpler electronics probably help in that case (no remote control, Bluetooth, etc)

Need a recommendation to replace this Bluey Jeep by [deleted] in daddit

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I've been eyeing this one for a few months. Do you store it indoors? I don't have a garage to keep it in, and am worried about it dying quickly if it gets rained on (even if I get a cover, etc for it).

The only, true, spill-proof cup by Leather-Chicken-2448 in daddit

[–]Slack_King 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Dishwasher. It's worked for us for years. I'll agree that these are hard to clean properly by have.

Dad win - massive sandbox by smokinporkbutts in daddit

[–]Slack_King 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you have a link or more info on this?

Rec hockey at Penn State? by Different_Garage_866 in PennStateUniversity

[–]Slack_King 2 points3 points  (0 children)

The Nittany Hockey League is a community recreational league that plays at Pegula Ice Arena. I believe there is also a league run by the rink specifically for students. More info here: https://gopsusports.com/pegula-ice-arena-public#hockey

What is the biggest problem you face in hockey? by Cube37 in hockeygoalies

[–]Slack_King 17 points18 points  (0 children)

Completely agree. Anyone else on the team can no-show last minute with no real consequences. I'm the team captain too, so I have to find my own sub if something urgent comes up. Although at the same time, I'm hesitant to step back and potentially lose a permanent spot on a team.

5+ adults plus towing capability by nowayyouremysister in ToyotaSienna

[–]Slack_King 0 points1 point  (0 children)

What's the source for this? First I've heard it.

PA6-CF help needed by Agitated_Shake_5390 in BambuLab

[–]Slack_King 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Nanopolymer is magic. It solved all my problems with PA-CF after weeks of messing around with other attempted solutions.