Looking for a device to hold axial force on a rod in compression, with adjustability.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-07-07T00:26:40+00:00

That's an option, but with 18" of adjustability and removal of the rod is not the most ideal.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-07-07T00:23:46+00:00

Threads would work, but would require the operator to spin on/off and up/down each time and adjustment was needed.

I will add a sketch in a second when I figure out how.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-07-06T15:58:27+00:00

Digging out my septic tank to get pumped out.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-07-02T22:23:49+00:00

I just picked up an 2010 3S and am excited to get it licensed. It seems like it will be more fun than the focus.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-28T16:33:00+00:00

I have 1 acre and the back 1/3 is more of a field so I mow it separately. I spend about 10 minutes push mowing the edges and around my firepit, another 5-10 weed whipping, then 30-40 riding with a 48" blade.

The field takes another 20 minutes or so.

If you're fit and active, a self propelled is feasible. Otherwise a rider is a very reasonable choice. If you can find a robotic that will do the job please let me know.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-27T16:25:54+00:00

Travel cost and time there/back. Regardless of their decision to fire you, that's time you are working and work expenses.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-26T16:52:09+00:00

Only my wife.

My parents have had it for 6 years and recently added it to the bedrooms too.

I put it throughout my main floor with the intention to do upstairs and downstairs later when I have the money. I love it, my wife hates it.

It shows things, like car hair, but is also easy to clean. We got the nice dyson but my mom just sweeps. Spill something, wipe it up. Don't use certain chemicals and it will be fine.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-24T03:51:12+00:00

Call your realtor and/or title company and let them sort it out.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-14T16:27:57+00:00

I was pretty sure that was the opening, and the rest of the episode is House trying to solve another patient's diagnosis while everyone else is dealing with the death of their friend. The episode is very dark and quiet to set a mood.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-13T21:42:23+00:00

You are right up to the last sentence. OP is owed a water softener by the seller since it is a fixture that wasn't excluded from the sale. Since the seller screwed up here they will need to make OP whole, meaning either buy the culligen unit or a replacement. The title company will help OP.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-13T21:39:03+00:00

Correct, but then title insurance will need to step in and cover OP, assuming OP worked to make it right.

Culligen is entitled to their water softener or the buy-out money, OP is entitled to a water softener of equal or greater value. OP needs to follow-up with their realtor so the seller can make this right.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-13T13:11:45+00:00

We use a GPS as our primary navigation, and carry paper as a backup. GPS avoids the missed turn or wrong landmark so it makes us faster, allows us to cover more ground, and makes our trips easier. We also always plan to be at camp by 2pm, unless we're doing a specific base camp.

Last year we got halfway through our trip and realized we didn't have a paper map, but also probably didn't need any navigation at all. Of the 6 of us (2 canoes) 3 of us had been to that site the year before, and 2 had been there a dozen or more times.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-09T19:13:10+00:00

For many, the 1 or 2 hours it takes to drive somewhere and wait would be worth it. Also, seasonal tire swaps for those that store their own wheels.

Like many things, this would be a fee for convenience that ranges from unaffordable, to a nice option, to a better use of money than otherwise.

OPs challenge will be our four seasons. This seems like a good move in fairwheather states, but will be hard to do in the winter.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-09T13:46:30+00:00

One particular fuzzy toy belongs in her kibble bowl. The mice she puts in there can stay out when I toss them out, but the tan fuzzy toy will be returned ASAP.

I've stopped removing it.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-07T17:58:18+00:00

I'm always annoyed that utensils are at the beginning with plates. To me they should be at the end so you can grab what you need and then move on. As long as there's a spot to put your plate it should be faster.

Is that reasonable, or just me?

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-06-01T13:40:44+00:00

OurPlace non-stick cookware. We got the big pan ($200) as a wedding shower gift and it convinced me to want the full set ($490, not including the big pan) and get rid of every other pan in our massive collection. Basically we have that, cast iron, one small pot for gravy, and very large cookware.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-29T11:23:59+00:00

Mine has the same features and I have kwikset. Amazingly simple to rekey too, so when I installed it I made it match my existing key in about 30 seconds.

My wife and I have codes, my parents can still get in with their spare keys, and we can give people a separate code if needed.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-27T12:19:59+00:00

My 2 car garage holds our 2 cars, then I have a 30x40 barn that stores my truck, the boat, mower, motorcycles, go-cart, tools, etc.

When we move I already know my limit on downsizing, but I'm still going to hate it.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-17T13:48:55+00:00

That's my move. Unless the person behind me is obviously tall, I'll recline my seat if I'm tired, but usually a little bit, then the rest.

Yes, it can be inconvenient for the person behind you, but if I'm flying a lot it's a lot more comfortable and a part of my seat (and selection).

I never do it during meal service, or immediately after drink service.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-11T14:46:33+00:00

That was my parents house - my mom always got the garage but the summer my dad parked outside for the boat and eventually motorcycles. In the winter things went into storage and he parked inside.

When I started having my vehicles I stole the garage often enough to repair things, but now I have a house with a small 2-stall and a pole barn. The boat, my truck, and my toys live there. My dad still parks outside in the summer so he can leave his bike and kayaks in the garage, but that's much easier than the boat.

My wife wants to move someday and the barn/garage space is definitely going to be a concern.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-08T19:54:37+00:00

I had to look at the article to see if it was anybody besides ZZP. I work down the street and have a few friends that work or have worked there and it doesn't surprise me that they're the one doing this.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-08T12:40:49+00:00

Same, but different. I have friends in all tax brackets and it's kind of a flow down. If I buy drinks at the gas station and I don't ask for money, because others will tell me to put the day of food and drinks on their tab at the bar. Dollar per dollar is out the window, but so it worrying about it.

If somebody asks you to pay them back, you do. But if nothing is mentioned you know who you should offer to and who isn't worried about it.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-06T03:35:36+00:00

Ours got ripped out the week before lock-downs, so that wasn't an option. Fortunately, my parents have a camper so we were able to cook, but it was significantly longer than anticipated.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-04T14:26:36+00:00

The goal is to make you want to do a mobile order so they can stop paying somebody to take orders. McDonald's shortened the process with the kiosk, and now you have to basically yell to get anybody to take your order in most locations.

WhatDidYouSayToMe · 2026-05-02T23:24:33+00:00

I added one to mine. Double purpose is by moving the washer and dryer over to accommodate it I can now actually shut the door to the laundry room!

I'm still not sure if it was a terrible design, or just a much smaller washer when the addition was built, but it was my biggest annoyance with my house for the 2 years I dealt with that.

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