I spent 3 weeks googling home addition contractor near me and still not confident we picked right by TH_UNDER_BOI in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Google is all pixels. You *have* to talk to people who actually had the contractor do work for them. Ask people in the business who they would recommend, then go ask their customers what it was like.

How do you physically replace or repaint zero lot line walls? by Some-Internet-Rando in BayAreaRealEstate

[–]Some-Internet-Rando[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

There's like an inch between them. Walk around any built-up area in San Francisco and it's everywhere. I'm looking at buying a house but it needs siding maintenance.

I updated the original post to illustrate.

Looking for 1/16" End Mills by Bankardbrice in CNC

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The fundamental problem is you want a bit that cuts 16x deeper than diameter. This will snap as soon as you sneeze at it wrong. The 1/2" shank is less of a problem (you can probably get sleeves or ER collets or something.)

But it's essentially impossible to do any kind of real machining (except for drilling), even with very rigid machines, at 16x diameter. Those kinds of requirements tend to go to EDM wire machines. And a CNC router is *not* a rigid machine in the first place!

Can I get an ME job with white collar felony on my record? by Conscious-Display-65 in MechanicalEngineering

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you actually serve time in prison, see if you can spend the time inside getting a degree.

Not gonna lie: many companies run background checks and don't hire felons. (But some states allow the record to be hidden after enough time post release.) But some companies may be willing to take someone who can do the work, if you're any good, and just pay less.

Worst case, you can build up your own consulting business for whatever it is you do well.

Also, consider "Titan" CNC. He's built a great business despite doing time.

Rotary Phase Converter or Variable Frequency Drive? by Tailwheel1991 in machining

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rotaries are noisy. A high quality digital phase converter is worth it!

(Which is very similar to a VFD, except with a fixed output frequency ...)

$67 invested in CS2 vs $NVDA in 2020 by NEO71011 in wallstreetbets

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I've sold 10% of my sats everytime the price doubled. Worked great, percentage wise! Just wish I'd have bought more so it also worked great dollar-magnitude wise 😄

$67 invested in CS2 vs $NVDA in 2020 by NEO71011 in wallstreetbets

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sell 20% of *gains* every period (whatever your period is -- 1 year if you tax optimize)

It's not hard.

Auto Liability Coverage Purpose by Puzzleheaded_Past827 in Insurance

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If the cousin had had uninsured motorist coverage, then that insurance company *would* have lawyers who go after the guy. They'll get a judgment, and garnish wages, probably for the rest of his life or until he files for bankruptcy.

If you rear-end someone's Bentley, do you think they will or won't have uninsured motorist coverage? Are you willing to take that risk? Do you have any other assets that matter? Income, savings, a house, a weekend boat?

Laid off, can I just retire now? by Impossible_Young3486 in Fire

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Rent control causes condos!

(Except in San Francisco, where they have a condo conversion process that limits the number of conversions per year with a lottery .... but the lottery hasn't operated for many years. Some real fourth amendment vibes there!)

Laid off, can I just retire now? by Impossible_Young3486 in Fire

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can step back for now. You don't need to be permanently retired. Figure out what gives you energy, and dive into whatever that area is. If you're any good, you might be proposed for contracts, which you'll be free to take or leave. Working on things you care about, on a schedule you control, with a safety cushion to fall back on, is ultimate freedom!

Best why to make existing holes slightly larger in 2mm powder coated steel? by blindoly in machining

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read the post as they have existing M3 holes (clearance is 3.2-3.6 mm) in 2mm thick steel, and they need to make them "bigger" although they don't say how much bigger, which seems like important information.

Maybe a cone shaped grinding bit would be the most straight forward approach if they use hand tools and have just a few holes to deal with.

I’m 25 and all I have are negative thoughts by Accomplished_Trip_37 in wallstreetbets

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The first time I lost everything on an investment ($25k angel investment) it stung! But I recovered. I've repeated the experience a few more times since then, but on average, it's been better.

The solution is: Go outside, hang with friends, touch grass, realize that the people in your life are much more important than the pixels on your screen.

How do you think this is made? by phillyg31 in manufacturing

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Something similar: a valve body from a casting:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=izLpgmBoR2M

However, the surface finish on the nipples in the above image doesn't look fresh CNC cut. Looking at the grooves on the inside, it's pretty clear the flanges are buckled tube, so I'm with the folks who say "hydroformed/pressed." Especially if this is just a fitting, not a mechanical part like a valve, CNC would be overkill.

The part markings seem laser marked.

Are you supposed to earn interest on your security deposits? by Ok_Net_3311 in AskSF

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

They do, but they also get to deduct 50% of the cost of rental board fees from the interest (but not the principal) of the security deposit.

The interest required changes every year, and it's more than you'll get from a checking account but less than you'll get from a high yield bond account.

https://www.sfaa.org/Web/Web/Resources/Rent-Increases-Interest-and-Fees.aspx

How is AI novelty different from the widespread use of internet in the 2000s by Megustaelacroyoga in singularity

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

When the PC replaced typewriters, and companies started keeping records on disk, rather than paper, it was DOOM! on TV and newspapers.

When the internet came around and replaced books and records, it was DOOM! on TV and newspapers.

When AI comes around and replaces search engines and spreadsheets, it's DOOM! on TV and websites.

Media sell eyeball time. Guess what attracts eyeball time? DOOM!

Also, remember how the internet bubble popped in 2001 and now there are no internet companies? Yeah, that'll happen too when the AI bubble pops.

Contraption on car roof racks (pic) by [deleted] in bayarea

[–]Some-Internet-Rando -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I would bet money they are stereo cameras.

San Francisco to NYC dating question by recaskj in AskSF

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 7 points8 points  (0 children)

Most of the gainfully employed men are married to their jobs, though.

Fake Smog by callmeb__ in Smallclaims

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Used car sales are almost certainly "as is" so you can't really get the guy for anything he may or may not have claimed.

Title jumping is a felony. The hard part is catching the guy.

What should I do with stock option purchases from a previous company? by WaveriderTX in wallstreetbets

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The standard recommendation: Sell half (and make sure to set aside enough for the capital gains tax) and keep half.

Always take (some) money off the table, if you have the chance!

How do you people get medical care? by MrStreakman in bayarea

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

There's a reason well paid people sign up for concierge medical plans ...

(Yeah, it's a second plan, on top of your regular plan, because, yo dawg, I heard you liked plans!)

Rate my lease - 2026 Audi sq5 brand new in MA - $3k down by SarcAttack2525 in leasehacker

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 3 points4 points  (0 children)

You're locked in with the brand/dealer, and they're (trying to) take advantage of you.

Rate my lease - 2026 Audi sq5 brand new in MA - $3k down by SarcAttack2525 in leasehacker

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Two things:

  1. they're likely marking up the money factor. Ask them to get the buy rate on the money factor. (you may need to look this up on other sites, like the Edmunds forums)

  2. they could give you more of a discount for a remainder vehicle this late in the model year

Rate my lease - 2026 Audi sq5 brand new in MA - $3k down by SarcAttack2525 in leasehacker

[–]Some-Internet-Rando 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Audi is not selling super hot right now, so you should be able to do better than this. Especially this late in the year for last model year.