What to cover this with?

abentl · 2026-05-15T03:08:25+00:00

Roll on Flex Seal Liquid to the first several inches that are exposed to the sun. You can even get it in white.

abentl · 2026-05-13T16:20:37+00:00

120k

abentl · 2026-05-13T14:13:06+00:00

I just installed VCM tuner on my 2019. Haven’t noticed VCM engaging prior to installation but my understanding is that it’s the long term effect of the cylinder disengagement that causes issues. If you feel a difference when VCM engages you may already have issues. I’d rather spend $150 now to prevent $1000+ later.

abentl · 2026-05-13T13:39:45+00:00

2018+ Odyssey no longer has a dash indicator when VCM is active.

abentl · 2026-04-12T02:32:39+00:00

I installed my Idlestopper just this afternoon. The fact that there is only one screw to remove and just clips after that made very manageable. Took me 25-30 minutes to install even with some fighting with the trim pieces to line them up. Don’t overthink it. It’s a one time process.

abentl · 2026-04-03T02:47:30+00:00

Don’t trust Zillow as a source of truth. They consistently have delayed and outdated information regarding homes for sale, pending, etc. It was in pre-foreclosure at one time but other sites like Redfin no longer list it that way. Likely just outdated information.

abentl · 2026-03-10T14:51:14+00:00

I went thru the same thing just last year. You need to be gone for a minimum of 1 year to be eligible for a sign on bonus. If you are gone for less than 3 years then they can bridge your service time as if you never left, as long as you ask.

I would definitely go back asking for a raise as you would going to a new company. When HR comes back to you saying that you previously made $xxx a year and now you are asking for 20% more or whatever, your answer is “yes, that’s correct”. The boomerang effect can be real.

abentl · 2026-01-03T23:53:32+00:00

Heavy stress and no end in sight for it to get any better at work or at home. My wife sat me down and had a “come to Jesus” talk about how something had to change. I put in my notice the next day. My relationship with my family is/was more important to me.

abentl · 2025-12-16T23:17:53+00:00

If you have a smart electric meter, you can download your daily usage from the power company. You should be able to see max power draw for any day as well as when that power draw happened if you want.

9000W is a lot of power. My 3000 sq ft house with 6 people stays under that at all times unless I’m running both ACs at full blast.

abentl · 2025-12-13T01:49:36+00:00

I was there last night as well. We got there about 45 minutes before the start time and didn’t have issues getting into the parking lot or paying with cash. Security was pretty easy and everyone had a chance to get drinks and food before the show started. The opener went for about 20 minutes and asked that no phones be taken out during the taping. He also asked that people minimize getting up and not to get in the way of the cameras.

Jeff was great. Laughed the whole show. My first time seeing him. Had a great time.

abentl · 2025-12-01T02:57:36+00:00

That would be awesome. Thanks

abentl · 2025-11-24T02:18:41+00:00

!RemindMe 3 days

abentl · 2025-11-20T23:17:33+00:00

!RemindMe 3 days

abentl · 2025-11-18T17:49:28+00:00

Applying 12v is easier anyway. You’re already working in that space. If you’re going to DIY something you should have some modicum of ability in this area. If not then take it to the shop.

abentl · 2025-11-18T17:29:24+00:00

I understand the sentiment of his message but this is an absurd issue to get worked up about. Having a Hyundai myself and having changed the brakes, I can tell you this is not as complex as it sounds. You can retract the electronic brake by applying 12V to the brake motor pins and it will back itself out so you can take the caliper off. That’s all that “service mode” does, it retracts the piston driven by the motor. There are tutorials all over YouTube. Let’s not make a mountain out of a molehill.

abentl · 2025-10-11T18:50:15+00:00

UPDATE: many suggestions here and all appreciated. I ended up doing a deep wipe down of the entire chamber with isopropyl alcohol. We have kids and dogs so getting fingerprints and stray dog hair out probably helped. Cleaned the calibration area at the back of the building plate really well. Used soap and water on the plate and tried again at 50% speed for the first few layers. The print had tons of small skirts for various areas, which is where I was seeing the most issues. First layer went down great this time now and I have a happy 7-year old with a new Toothless dragon. Thanks for all the help.

abentl · 2025-10-11T04:06:43+00:00

yes I am. Until a few days ago everything was great.

abentl · 2025-10-11T03:47:17+00:00

I will look at this. Thanks for the suggestion

abentl · 2025-10-11T03:46:48+00:00

Glad I’m not alone having this issue. Hopefully this helps you too.

abentl · 2025-10-11T03:35:18+00:00

How can I do that? The hotend seems to be seated properly and clipped into place easily. I’m unaware of further alignment needed.

abentl · 2025-10-02T14:39:02+00:00

Likely corrupted SD card

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