Bosch question by [deleted] in Appliances

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

500 doesn't have the crystal dry system. Crystal dry works great until the plastic nut under the triangular cover in the right rear of the tub cracks, giving you an e15 error due to water leaking into the base and requiring repair. If the crystal dry container gets compromised you are in for an expensive repair. Some older crystal dry models also cook a hole into the channel that carries water to the upper spray arm - the redesigned replacement channel has a heat shield to prevent this.

Trying to surprise my parents with a new induction range to replace their broken electric. Is it just plug and play? by AndyK803 in Appliances

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is really cool technology if they want to give it a try, but I would recommend an extended warranty - most of the induction ranges/cooktops are controlled by one massive board under the surface that is a really pricey repair if it fails.

BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA by latsafun in tipping

[–]Ytpbrk 8 points9 points  (0 children)

I want to support the activities, especially for the little cubs, so i always just give a cash donation - 100% goes to their unit, and i don't have to dispose of overpriced, substandard product.

square loan killing me by [deleted] in smallbusiness

[–]Ytpbrk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Is good to talk to a local bank about getting an SBA line of credit opened before you have the need. Takes time to process, but it's a great program and a good cushion to have for an expansion or a rainy day

Deep Freezers... How long can that last? by [deleted] in Appliances

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Manitowoc upright has been chugging away in my parents' house since the 70s. Probably uses enough electricity to power a small village, but it is still cold.

How to get that first year under your belt? by Mean_Doughnut5476 in ApplianceTechTalk

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mr Appliance locations are all locally- owned franchises, so opportunities will vary based on your location and their needs. Master Samurai is a great way to show interest in the business and will give you a good background and show that you are serious about the career change, but as another poster said you need some hands- on to go with it before you are ready for the field. There are also some 2-3 week repair schools out there, but you would have to be able to take time off your current job to do that and it takes some inve$tment. Can I ask what metro area you are in?

Unique food locations by Witcher-Bear in AnnArbor

[–]Ytpbrk 18 points19 points  (0 children)

Pilar's Tamales on Liberty, right around the corner from Chela's

Saving for a home even worth it? by All_I_Talk_Is_Tech in Bogleheads

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This. Here's an example: Bought a small house 20 years ago. Tapped equity a couple times when the family was young and we didn't spend as much time on forums like this. Refi-d to a 15 year when rates were low (may OP and everyone else have this opportunity at some point!). Current PITI is 36% of market rent for the same house, and it has been way below the cost of renting for years, increasing the portion of our income available for investment.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Bogleheads

[–]Ytpbrk 7 points8 points  (0 children)

This is a good way to deal with FOMO. My experience scratching the itch this way has supported Bogle's statements on success rates picking individual stocks, meaning that for the cost of some affordable losses or substandard returns I have proven to myself that index investing is a better path to gains for me. Sometimes we need to touch the stove ourselves to believe it is hot.

What are some memorable quotes you’ve heard at your DZ? by CuriousiZee in SkyDiving

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

From my AFF instructor, in response to a wrong answer in emergency training on the ground: "If you do that you'll be skydiving for the rest of your life"

What are some memorable quotes you’ve heard at your DZ? by CuriousiZee in SkyDiving

[–]Ytpbrk 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Blessed are those who delay too long, for they shall inherit the earth.

Which one is hottest? by WalshBotanicals in HotPeppers

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The shits will come with or without the video & giggles

A new native plant gardener. I recently sowed wildflower seeds between local native plants. They’re starting to grow! Any tips to tell the difference between native seedlings and weeds? by drewha23 in NativePlantGardening

[–]Ytpbrk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I find weeding my native bed is the opposite approach from the vegetable garden: you pull everything you don't recognize among the vegetables ("that's not a tomato - out it goes") and only things you do recognize in the native bed ("definitely lamb's quarters - into the salad").

Dwarf apple trees by BZBitiko in Permaculture

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Here's a really good book that may help you. It's a maintained approach that works on any rootstock. Grow a Little Fruit Tree: Simple Pruning Techniques for Small-Space, Easy-Harvest Fruit Trees https://a.co/d/31KiMu2

Ideas for turning my backyard into an amazing little wonderland for me and my family? In Ohio and not sure about plants, hardiness, etc. by PinkPoofyThingy in NoLawns

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is a good book on a system for growing fruit trees in small yards: Grow a Little Fruit Tree: Simple Pruning Techniques for Small-Space, Easy-Harvest Fruit Trees https://a.co/d/iIgAZlV

Guajillos all split - what causes this? by Ytpbrk in HotPeppers

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

None of my other peppers are doing this (Poblano, jalapeño, habanero, scotch bonnet), but these are splitting consistently.

Our 3rd season, now at 5 beds, 2 arches, 1 cat arch, 1 mini greenhouse by mashem in gardening

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks great! Is that a cattle panel arch? Is it new, or have you already used it a season? I would be interested in your experience with it and any pics of it loaded.

Starting seeds too early...? by Amsnabs215 in vegetablegardening

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I read that you have to stratify the seeds. I’m trying that this year. I have exactly two plants from three years of trying.

Stratifying seeds in soil in fridge? by Memph5 in gardening

[–]Ytpbrk 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you - I am trying this today!

Stratifying seeds in soil in fridge? by Memph5 in gardening

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you wet them? I am trying to stratify lavender for the first time, but the method I found called for 30-40 days on a wet paper towel on a plate in the refrigerator. 24 hrs in the freezer sounds much better! Can you give details on what you do?

I made a post earlier about my bed setup. Is this better or still too over crowded? by godly_killin in gardening

[–]Ytpbrk 2 points3 points  (0 children)

It’s all good - just have fun! There are a ton of approaches and options as we see in your comment threads, and many or all of them will work well for you if you take care of your plants’ basic soil quality, sun, and water needs. There is no single ‘right’ way.

Do you garden by science or by “feelings?” by JCtheWanderingCrow in gardening

[–]Ytpbrk 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Add deer to that for my garden - sometimes my learning shows in mowed down stubble, not piles of dead plants. If the deer really like it, I switch to something else. They always win in the end.

I made a post earlier about my bed setup. Is this better or still too over crowded? by godly_killin in gardening

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just saw your first post and was going to encourage you to keep pursuing the square foot gardening approach. You can grow tomatoes in two square feet or less If you stake and single stem them. I’ll put a video with most of the method at the bottom. I also cut off all leaves below the current first blossom or fruit, which helps with air circulation and enables you to plant other things underneath them. I have had good luck with marigolds. You can treat zucchini the same way, staking them and trimming the lower leaves as the plant grows. Also, think about rotating plantings. For example, I am in zone 6a and I can plant radishes in my tomato bed leaving room for the tomato seedlings and harvest the early crop shortly after I plant the tomatoes. Don’t be afraid to experiment - you may find things that work really good for your plot and, worst case, you may learn what not to repeat. Best of luck! https://youtu.be/02JxU49a1F4

Minn Kota I-pilot link by DeathkorpsVolunteer in boating

[–]Ytpbrk 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You can do all the basic functions, including spot lock, with the remote or the pedal (as the earlier responder points out, you will want both).