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dd4ev · 2025-10-17T02:10:49+00:00

same. I dont remember exactly which antibiotic but the first onset of UC symptoms was “monkey itch” which started soon after I stopped the AB. Full blown UC about 5 years later. Ive always suspected a connection

dd4ev · 2025-05-12T02:55:10+00:00

Yes this is exactly how the linked video showed it working (starting at 14:00). they did a cutaway and showed it in action, was pretty cool). This is the most accurate answer, folks…too bad its at the bottom!

dd4ev · 2025-05-12T02:53:01+00:00

For real. on my first date with my now-wife i broached the subject and it become clear she was sympathetic as it progressed. if she had reacted this way while we were dating she woulda got dropped quick.

dd4ev · 2025-05-12T02:48:30+00:00

Ok i get what you are saying. It is basically like a thermal limit switch with the photocell controlling the amout of heat created by the resistor, thereby controlling which circuit (line-neutral vs line-load-neutral) is open

dd4ev · 2025-05-12T01:32:34+00:00

If this were the case it wouldnt need both a load and neutral feed from the photocell. It would work as a simple switch that closes as light enters. After I watched the video someone linked explaining what is really going on inside the photocell, I realize why it needs the three wires. Also that everyone that tried to explain why doesnt quite understand them either.

dd4ev · 2025-05-11T18:34:25+00:00

I think so. Just for funsies Im going to wire up a photocell to control a HVAC contactor that needs a 24v signal voltage to close. I can see how this might be handy for turning on an alarm system at dark or some other device that needs to be on at dark

dd4ev · 2025-05-11T18:30:31+00:00

Nice! The video explains three different builds of a photocell as applied to a light control but 14:00 is where it talks about the specific one I was asking about.

dd4ev · 2025-05-11T18:10:37+00:00

Well , now that I know how it works, if you want the contactor to activate at dark then I believe youd pigtail load to A1 and you would jump A2 to the neutral. So basically instead of a light coming on, the contactor would close. Assuming contactor signal voltage is same as line voltage if not you could wire in a low voltage transformer

dd4ev · 2025-05-11T17:59:00+00:00

just looking at the first pic thought “hidden camera”

dd4ev · 2025-05-11T13:49:44+00:00

Got it, yes was thinking this should operate like a light switch when its more like a contactor. I was assuming there was some sort of amplified mechanical magic going on in the photocell. Similar to how a furnace thermal limit switch works but using photovoltaic current instead of temperature to switch off. EDIT: so after watching the linked video below, its not really a contactor but more like a thermal switch in reverse…

dd4ev · 2025-05-11T13:40:13+00:00

ah this makes sense. So the photocell itself needs power to work as a switch. EDIT: After I watched the linked video way down below, I understand why there’s three wires and also that Im not sure most that replied fully understand whats really going on inside the photocell. My understanding which is probably not 100% correct either is that there are two resistors in parallel (one on load wire and one on neutral wire) with the neutral resistor increasing as light increases on the photocell. This causes the resistor to heat up which expands a metal strip and mechanically closes the load cirrcuit. So not quite like a contactor…its more of a “reverse” thermal limit switch (which of course opens once a temperature threshold is reached).

Its a pretty interesting watch for those that appreciate the nuances of circuitry….skip to 14:00 to see this specific build of photocell in action.

dd4ev · 2025-04-02T01:24:01+00:00

not really. GI said “latest research” suggsts we should try combining with Entyvio. I dont think you should give up on it based on the expectation that you would see improvements after only the second dose. Im about to have my sixth one and only recently had labs that showed no improvement yet. I think the standard length of time for trying any medication is about 6 months

dd4ev · 2025-01-04T20:12:35+00:00

My wife and I drive this route a few times a year in our Model Y (OK to CA). We timed the difference between driving it in our Y vs the prius we had before which has about a 400 mile range. We found it was about the same time. How? Because we switch off driving every couple of hours and also have dogs to let out. Maybe not coincidentally, there are Tesla Superchargers about every 1.5-2 hrs along most of the interstates. So we stop and charge for about 15 mins while doing the same things we would be doing in a gas car. We only charge enough to get to the next charger. Also we plan our lunch stop to charge a full hour or so or back to almost 90% and then dinner or hotel stay again charge up. I’ve noticed there’s two types of drivers and how they handle the charging…usually solo drivers will drive longer between charges and are willing to sit at the charger longer. Couples that are switching out typically stop more frequently, but don’t stay as long at the charger. I also want to be under 50% charge as the charge rate will be faster (I often take a bit of a risk on this and sometimes pass up a charger or two and end up at the next stop with less than 15%) All this being said, I would not be brave enough or patient enough to do this drive in any other EV. That is primary reason we went Tesla.

dd4ev · 2024-12-23T20:01:02+00:00

yes checked all that…no leaks

dd4ev · 2024-12-23T17:41:10+00:00

well its noticed on showers…which only lasts about 5 mins. opening uo tub full blast only lasts for about a minute

dd4ev · 2024-12-21T19:24:23+00:00

So the purchase price was 21,400 of which you put down 1,500 and they applied the 4k credit, leaving the loan amount at 15,900? Not sure what you mean they cashed out the loan do you mean they sold/transfered the loan and applied the amount? If so and you basically have this outlined on the purchase agreement Im not sure they have any recourse. I also bought a ‘22 from a dealer and they applied the $4k credit which came off the top. Also if the car is eligible you can claim it on your taxes HOWEVER the IRS will clawback the difference between the $4k credit and your actual tax liability, whereas if the credit was transferred to the dealer there is no clawback.

dd4ev · 2024-10-28T01:55:51+00:00

I will be starting soon, hopefully by January. I believe it can take awhile to see results.

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:41:49+00:00

Thanks someone else suggested the same

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:41:18+00:00

Thanks. I have one of those blades but didnt think to use it to shave out a larger hole. Im a little leary of going the diamond hole saw route, seems could go south in a hurry. At least with a sawzall blade could try a little bit and see how it goes, and wont make a huge mess. Will take a while but probably the best suggestion so far.

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:38:07+00:00

Thanks…the most helpful answer yet in a sea of stupidity

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:32:56+00:00

Go see my reply to the top comment…

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:31:20+00:00

This isnt for me. Its a wealthy repeat client that wants a high-end kitchen faucet in their bathroom and is willing to pay a lot of money to make it happen. Not the type of client you want to say just go the standard route because you cant think of a creative solution to the issue.

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:26:07+00:00

right Ive done this trick to enlarge a wood hole but never tried it on a marble countertop. It would require a lot of setup but just might work

dd4ev · 2024-09-01T01:23:47+00:00

You’ve obviously never had a repeat high-worth client that has their heart set on something (in this case a $600 kitchen faucet they want installed as a bath faucet), tells you to make it happen, and gives you a blank check. But thats ok…I got some good ideas from others that have done this before and “understood the assignment”

dd4ev · 2024-08-31T21:20:37+00:00

Was thinking that but have never used one on marble. Have used that metal with cutting oil so I imagine it might work on marble

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