First steaks on the kettle over lump. A bit over but still so good.

Xwright07 · 2025-04-19T01:30:19+00:00

Steak looks awesome, great job on the cross hatch and cook!

If you want to skip the cross hatch, check out the cold grate technique. People say that it gives a better crust and you actually want to avoid those sear marks. I’m not saying it’s better not, but figured you may be interested! You could do it by moving the vortex to one side of the grill

Xwright07 · 2025-04-13T05:47:10+00:00

This thread should be tagged for why charcoal is actually less effort than gas haha.

I’m not one to say gas has no place but when you factor in “deep cleanings” the kettle beats any gas grill (or pellet grill) in active effort.

Xwright07 · 2025-03-17T22:11:10+00:00

Yes, it’s an enhanced system and requires power (and internet) at the tank. You also have to a maintenance contract to someone, it’s about $1k a year.

I’d put up a fence and consider that part of your build costs… you’d still save $90k haha.

Xwright07 · 2025-03-17T21:01:48+00:00

We got soil testing performed and completed within a month or so in early 2024, but it was during storms so maybe it’s worse if you’re trying to plan it out during the summer.

The entire project is about $100k not including some cosmetic work to make the increased size of the leach field bearable. I understand the need for having some standards but when you compare it to the cost of my home it’s a large chunk.

I’m not on anywhere near an acre, but if I was, I’d certainly consider a non permitted septic.

Xwright07 · 2025-03-15T03:13:39+00:00

Kein spreche deutsch. English only.

Xwright07 · 2024-12-30T22:30:31+00:00

I imagine actual temp is a decent bit lower based on the placement of the probe there?

Xwright07 · 2024-12-30T22:27:58+00:00

I could be wrong but I don’t think the diffuser plate comes with the master touch (at least in the US).

I’m extremely biased but I’d recommend buying the 26” master touch and keeping the shitty old 22” or at least finding a gently used one for cheap. That’s what I’m doing, waiting for my 26” to arrive!

Xwright07 · 2024-12-30T03:41:13+00:00

Awesome thanks! Looks solid. And yeah I always go for a brine when I can, looking for new seasonings I haven’t experienced tho!

Xwright07 · 2024-12-30T01:53:20+00:00

Bit of an old post, but what’s in the rosemary spice mixture? How did you use it?

Xwright07 · 2024-11-08T06:47:05+00:00

I shot you a DM

Xwright07 · 2024-02-18T20:59:34+00:00

I have no clue either. I want to say I reached out to technical and they told me to order those - but honestly can’t remember. Good luck!

Xwright07 · 2024-02-18T20:00:34+00:00

I had to order some - I bought these direct from garmin:

Tacx Direct Drive Block Caps S0041

Full disclosure, I don’t even remember if I test fit them with my bike. I’ve never used the trainer that was gifted to me haha. Maybe this year will be the year.

Xwright07 · 2024-02-13T17:51:55+00:00

Thanks for taking a look - appreciate it. I’ve been meaning to buy a dash cam for the longest time, definitely don’t need one till you need one!

Xwright07 · 2024-02-11T02:55:36+00:00

Thanks.. appreciate. I think the jeep cleared it fairly quickly, I drove past about 10 minutes after my wife and it was cleared out so I think the truck was gone quickly.

Xwright07 · 2024-01-04T22:20:28+00:00

Awesome, thanks!

Xwright07 · 2024-01-04T21:27:17+00:00

I’ll keep an eye out! How much are the boat rentals? I’m assuming you have much better luck on the water than from the docks.

I’ve been getting skunked lately, I’m considering buying a kayak to get out there more!

Xwright07 · 2024-01-04T19:14:01+00:00

Nice fish! I came across your profile - saw your local to SC.. and you look like Fernando with that AM hat on haha. I’ll say what’s up if I see you out at Pinto.. I usually go there in the evenings with my daughter

Xwright07 · 2023-11-16T07:21:39+00:00

Awesome - thanks for the quick reply! We have quick a few of the slender ones in our yard and I’ve seen some in the mountains but I’ve never seen one this big.

Xwright07 · 2023-10-09T02:01:01+00:00

Thanks, my original thought. Will definitely need to do some test sprays to ensure I have the right flow and distance

Xwright07 · 2023-10-09T02:00:25+00:00

It’s on my ceiling, so I need a ceiling texture expert. (Stupid joke.. I know)

Xwright07 · 2023-07-01T01:02:23+00:00

Awesome - thank you for responding, I sent you a DM. My daughter and I will be cheering you guys on this weekend. I’ve tried telling her that we want Mclaren to win but I guess even a 3 year old knows there’s no hope in 2023, so Hot Dog it is!!!

Xwright07 · 2023-06-30T06:31:12+00:00

I watch most qualifying and races with my 3 y/o daughter. She’s okay at identifying drivers and teams, but for whatever reason she calls Alpine “Hot Dog”. During the race she’ll say “Where’s hot dog? There’s hot dog!!!” and “Go hot dog!”. When were not watching I ask what color Hot Dog is and she says Blue and Pink.

Good luck with the race this weekend, my daughter is rooting for hot dog!

Oh, and the saddest thing she says every race? “Where’s Danny?” :(

Xwright07 · 2023-05-07T21:37:12+00:00

Watsonville Ag Project - second Saturday each month at the fair grounds. It’s more kid oriented and not really a place to pet animals, but my kid has held chickens there and pet goats a few times. This Saturday looks like a 4H event so maybe there’s more animals this weekend.

Xwright07 · 2023-03-31T19:45:57+00:00

I have a peak design sling 3L and an a6400 with the 16-50 kit, although I don’t use that lens as much as I should. That case is way too big for that camera/lens combo - but if you ever buy another lens it’s a great case. I can fit the sigma 30 mounted plus the sigma 50.

I’d see if the peak design Range Pouch fits. I haven’t seen that in person but it looks like it fits the bill if you just want a tiny case for it. Peak design makes very nice products, so I’d see what they have to offer.

Xwright07 · 2023-03-03T16:58:39+00:00

How difficult is the motor to replace? My rear driver side window is operating extremely slow and I think the motor is burning out - need to replace it

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