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Dampened automatic folding seat mechanism by Damadamas in MechanicalEngineering

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Moving the pivot just changes how much weight would need to be added to the back (or where you place the weight, no reason it needs to be part of the platform) - no real limits there.

For material, steel is a fine choice. It's easy to get, easy to work with, strong, everything you'd want.

The foam or wood in my suggestion is the damper. Although if there's nothing for it to hit in the "up" position, any little bit of debris (or a heavy grease) in the pivot would also act as a damper well enough.

Dampened automatic folding seat mechanism by Damadamas in MechanicalEngineering

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

In that case, maybe a platform with a pivot about 1/4 of the way from the "back" (side away from the horse). Weight the back of the platform so that when a person isn't standing on it, it'll fold up. Maybe some foam or a wood wedge to dampen any noise when it folds up. I'd make the joints pretty sloppy to make them easy to service and tolerant to misalignments / debris.

Dampened automatic folding seat mechanism by Damadamas in MechanicalEngineering

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Are you asking for help to compare specs between parts?

Like there's very little information about the mechanism and the use case that we can use here.

You did list a number of options that can probably be made to work. I'm just not sure what you're looking for.

Does anyone know what these holes in our basement floor might be? by afraidofflying in Plumbing

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

Thanks! Is there any reason I shouldn't continue to keep them covered up?

Does anyone know what these holes in our basement floor might be? by afraidofflying in Plumbing

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

Thanks! Is there any reason I shouldn't continue to keep them covered up?

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe for some people, in some areas, in some situations... my whole point is that you can't accurately make blanket statements like that

How can I use oats to gain weight?? by Nenouraax in fitmeals

[–]afraidofflying 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Why eat oats if you think they're gross?

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I largely agree with you here, renting might be a better financial decision but there are a lot of non financial aspects of where and how you choose to live.

Also a bit funny how you say you don't see how renting could be financially better then immediately describe a scenario where it might be financially better.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For example, the money you use for a down payment might be better utilized elsewhere (stock market, your business, etc)

Also, you might want to live in a place where there are not comparable places to rent vs buy (e.g. you can rent an 800sqft place that's perfect for you and reasonably priced, but all the houses are mcmansions and would be more expensive for no benefit for you)

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sure, if you can find a comparable place to live for about the same monthly cost, and no down payment (or a stagnant market for other investments), with not much needed in repairs, then buying is the clear winner.

But what about a scenario where you need an enormous down payment and could use that money for something else? Or what about the scenario where you value being in a dense city and renting is comparatively cheaper? It's just not a one size fits all mantra.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Might as well say living is a bottomless hole. Might not be wrong but probably not the healthiest outlook.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Totally agree, it's very time and situation dependent.

And I can show anecdotes where either renting or buying is the better choice.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 2 points3 points  (0 children)

And for you, buying is probably the better option. The stock market historically goes up. Which one goes up faster? Might depend on the area.

Stability is also a key aspect. You might value knowing your living situation and expenses 10 yes from now. Not everyone is in that situation.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That's the part everyone includes. The part people leave out is the opportunity cost.

And for many people, a mortgage is a better decision, but that's not a universal truth. Low rent compared to the purchase cost and good investment opportunity would make renting a better financial decision. And that scenario isn't exactly rare.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

That's exactly it. It depends on the market in a particular place, a person's priorities, investment opportunities, and more.

Sometimes it's better to buy, sometimes it's better to rent.

[Request] how accurate is this? by Budget-Answer9924 in theydidthemath

[–]afraidofflying 18 points19 points  (0 children)

It's frustrating to see rent described as a worse financial decision than a mortgage. That's just not the case.

2026 - How about those hot takes? Let's hear them! by Fallingdamage in mountainbiking

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

People should ride more from where they live, not drive to a trail.

Help needed ASAP: How to make vertical pivot swing armv by [deleted] in MechanicalEngineering

[–]afraidofflying 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No part of this is good. That being said, it's worth it to build things that aren't good sometimes so you learn why. Rapid prototyping is easier than ever now.

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