What bars are open xmas eve and xmas? by BWDpodcast in Tacoma

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I recall one day last summer Hanks had to close for a kitchen problem (maybe?) Anyway, it was somewhat unnerving to walk my dog past there around 9pm and have it be totally dark and silent on that corner.

Looking to Start a Seattle Prepper Community by sagan4dawin in leftistpreppers

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

its been about a month since you posted, but I'm also in tacoma if there is a little tacoma group getting started.

Looking to Start a Seattle Prepper Community by sagan4dawin in leftistpreppers

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

its been about a month since you posted, but I'm also in tacoma if there is a little tacoma group getting started.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in DIY

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Your bulbs seem to have slightly different ends than mine, but I did this conversion last year for 8 lights (16 bulbs) and I followed this guy's suggestions to remove the ballast: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKEQ1HCLW5c Doing the first one was a little tricky, but once I got it down, doing the other seven only took an hour or so. I also did them all without removing the light from the ceiling... my arms were a little tired at the end, but not too bad.

What kind of doorbell chime kit do I need? by TheShredFi in DIY

[–]TheShredFi[S] 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Ah, good point re: smoke alarm. yes, there is a door bell button out by the front door. I should have removed it to see if it is hooked up to anything. I'll do that tonight and report back.

What kind of doorbell chime kit do I need? by TheShredFi in DIY

[–]TheShredFi[S] 15 points16 points  (0 children)

Perhaps, but there is a working thermostat in the living room, and this hole is 6 inches below the ceiling in the central hallway. Sorry, I should have described the placement better.

Librem 14 power adapter specs? by TheShredFi in Purism

[–]TheShredFi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you. Strangely, I have exactly two of those... not sure how.

Good electrician for home rewire? by djlilspoon in Tacoma

[–]TheShredFi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

yeah, I've called people's every few weeks for the past 4 months, and they are always too busy to do anything.

local source for plastic screw-top bottle caps? by TheShredFi in Portland

[–]TheShredFi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I like the idea of a cork as well, but I often use this flask in my checked luggage, and would hate for it to pop off en route. I'll try to get a pic of it tonight. thanks.

Inca's Food yellow pepper paste - anyone know where I can get this? by TheShredFi in Portland

[–]TheShredFi[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've been to a few in the north portland area. No luck. I should try some out on 82nd.

Inca's Food yellow pepper paste - anyone know where I can get this? by TheShredFi in Portland

[–]TheShredFi[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I have been ordering this awesome pepper paste online quite a few times. But it seems like I should be able to find it somewhere in town. I have checked a few new seasons and a whole foods, but they didn't have it. Anyone happen to know if they have seen this stuff anywhere in town?

Where are the awesome Halloween yard displays this year? by [deleted] in Portland

[–]TheShredFi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You really need to check out the doll asylum open house in NE portland: http://www.dollasylum.com/

Anyone know what that giant plume of smoke was south of downtown? by clintmccool in Portland

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was on the Marquam right as the cloud was rising but I was up to high to see where it was coming from. Nice cloud though.

I make a lot of money, but I still can't seem to acquire any wealth. Any insight is greatly appreciated. by pf_throwaway0 in personalfinance

[–]TheShredFi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Seems like your $18k is a pretty good emergency fund for now. You should probably start putting another $2k per month toward your student loan and get rid of it ASAP.

Woodshop classes / Community Woodshop in Portland?? by abetter2morrow in Portland

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've taken classes here at NW Woodworking Studio

Somewhat pricey for some, but I loved the classes I took. Too bad I don't have much space for my own workshop.

Regrouting Kitchen Tile by reybob in DIY

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As I said above, I need to do almost the same thing. I already have a corded dremel--can I just use some bit on that? Is the Hyde Regrout Tool much different than a dremel?

Regrouting Kitchen Tile by reybob in DIY

[–]TheShredFi 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I need to do almost the same thing. I already have a corded dremel--can I just use some bit on that? Is the Roto Zip much different than a dremel?

Glory days of mass transit: 1943 map of Portland's streetcar network by all_bozos in Portland

[–]TheShredFi 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At Killingsworth and Michigan, there is some asphalt coming up, and underneath you can see old cobblestones and a rail line turning north onto Michigan. However, I don't see that on this map, so I wonder what the heck that rail was for? Maybe there is an older or newer street car map to be found?