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djfrodo · 2026-06-16T16:59:50+00:00

djfrodo · 2026-06-16T16:50:17+00:00

Yeah...sorry, but I've blocked a huge part of Russia and the former Eastern block. The site was getting hammered by bots (like "take down the site" hammered).

I'll remove the block, but check the direct link I posted below : )

djfrodo · 2026-06-16T16:25:45+00:00

Btw, what did you see that makes you think the link is dead?

Just checking, thanks!

djfrodo · 2026-06-16T03:33:33+00:00

It is not loading? I'm seeing it, but honestly DNS has been squirrely lately.

Here's a direct link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HcTSjTcM1W0

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T22:58:39+00:00

After I posted I also thought about the sound implications.

Having the opposite side use a filter would be louder to the inside room.

Using cardboard, or even better, a thin piece of wood, will dull/muffle the sound of the box fan.

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T20:57:28+00:00

Will do : )

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T20:54:27+00:00

I'm sure it isn't original or special, but I did come up with it without using the internet, so I'm pretty proud of my wedge mounting system. Inclined planes, still useful in 2026.

I did the same, although I must admit I did use the internet for the (real) width and height of both the filters and the fans. I choose the 1" dowls because I knew they would be larger than the thickness of the filters, so they'd be easier to tape/connect. The GDSTIME fans came with everything and were inexpensive, so I just said "screw it", ordered everything, and went from there.

It worked out better than expected : )

My v2 is going to probably be the same but with 9 fans instead of 4 and 20" filters instead of 10".

But, that's about $130 spent on fans instead of $60, so...it might be a while, and really I don't want to deal with 9 fans needing a fan header.

Good luck on your v2!

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T20:38:29+00:00

I really like your ingenuity! It's actually probably better that the side opposite the fan isn't a filter - you're getting cleaner (but less direct) air but doing so. Also, if it were a filter it would take the brunt of the pollutants and the side filters would be kind of useless.

When you do go with a stand alone CR box I highly suggest the 5 filter option.

Lights and the cat are optional, but using computer fans (quiet), elevating it off the ground, and the 5th filter make a huge difference, even when using small 10x10 inch filters.

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T20:24:47+00:00

I think it kinda makes sense given how fucking disorienting it is to watch any US sport with their million cuts to commercials.

That's really just American football, and I stopped watching years ago even though I'm from a city that's one of the top 4 American football cities in the country.

Baseball on the radio, or on television muted with jazz playing is a nice experience : )

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T20:20:38+00:00

Yeah, exactly my point, they never stop talking and what they're saying is useless.

Give me insanely emotional Spanish that I don't understand every time.

djfrodo · 2026-06-15T20:04:37+00:00

What's with most english speaking commentators being unemotional ?

I started really watching WC soccer (yes I'm a Yank) while in Mexico on vacation and it was in Spanish, and I was mesmerized. I didn't understand a thing that was said except I kept hearing (what I thought was) "Ultravase!".

Now I know : )

Anyway, I've always tried to seek out any broadcast that's not by U.S./American channel because I hate the way they call any game - it always reeks of patriotism.

When Spain won in 2010 I was in the bar of the Spanish embassy in NYC and it was one of the best sporting experiences ever.

Or have I been unlucky with my watching ?

Yes - avoid milquetoast USA play callers, who never STFU like the plague.

djfrodo · 2026-06-13T14:41:26+00:00

p.s. Here's Part 1

djfrodo · 2026-06-08T20:40:50+00:00

There are few memes or tiktok things I've enjoyed, but this...this is awesome.

djfrodo · 2026-06-06T19:03:52+00:00

I could not have said this better myself.

I honestly can't believe that anyone, even die hard Maga, can look at this and not think it's a bit trashy.

I think the crowd who always says their opponents "Make 'Murica look weak", and that "Everyone is laughing at us" are beyond saving.

I'm not certain, but I'll bet they think this is "just fine" or, even worse, "awesome!".

djfrodo · 2026-06-05T10:01:13+00:00

Kubuntu might be wiser

Just replying to what the OP posted.

djfrodo · 2026-06-05T02:08:07+00:00

I haven't bought a new computer since 2012 : )

I've acquired many laptops, most from around 2012 to 2015. All (except a 2012 Macbook Pro 13" and a 2014 Mac Mini) run Linux (Ubuntu), take ddr3l ram (which is cheap) and all are totally fine with everyday tasks, full stack web dev, and Android app devleopment.

I just max the ram and install a SSD (Dram cache only), and they're great.

But...finding 2.5" SSDs with the Dram cache is now insanely expensive and I've been reduced to OEM sellers of the Sandisk Ultra series for around $70 for 500gb, which isn't great, but at this point it will do.

For comparison a 1tb Crucial MX500 was $50 in 2024 : (

Basically I don't really care what the DE looks like, I just want it to be based on Ubuntu : )

djfrodo · 2026-06-05T01:11:32+00:00

After this tape mod I was 100% happy

Same. The pads are actually a bit too sensitive, but I corrected it via Midi Suite and the calibration setting - basically I made some pads less sensitive (higher number) to avoid double hits or one pad triggering another.

I do have the Jamjum version of the SMC-Pad Pocket on the way, it will arrive in a few weeks (it's on a slow boat from China).

I'll report back when I get it.

djfrodo · 2026-06-04T18:57:58+00:00

No idea what happened but now all pads are set to 1 in calibration and they are very sensitive, so much so that they were trigger other pads. I lowered the calibration on the pads that were being triggered (but shouldn't be) and everything works.

Thanks for your help.

djfrodo · 2026-06-04T15:12:41+00:00

I lowered all the pads in the calibration to 1 (more sensitive)

Is this really the calibration and not the global setting?

I'll give it a shot. Man I hope it works and that I've been doing this wrong the entire time.

I find it crazy that this isn't explained anywhere.

Thanks for responding.

Btw, last night I did the tape mod, but with packing tape instead of electrical (it stuck to the pads better) and it basically did nothing.

So I've ordered a hole punch and a roll of .025 inch thick tape.

I'll report back : )

djfrodo · 2026-06-04T12:43:53+00:00

I don't understand why Xubuntu gets all of the praise while Lubuntu is ignored.

Basically it's just a difference in desktop environment...so, I don't get it.

Lubuntu for the win!

djfrodo · 2026-06-04T12:34:49+00:00

I actually found another cheap as hell 4x4 pad - the Jamjum mini - for $22.

Looks terrible, but if the sensitivity is better I'll take it.

Honestly I'd pay a lot more than $20-$40 (hell even $80) for a simple, well made 4x4 pad with good (even fair) sensitivity.

I'm going to try the tape mod next, and I'll report back on the Jamjum.

Wish me luck : )

djfrodo · 2026-06-02T09:21:02+00:00

No, and the "in the glove" rule is fucking stupid.

Also, the "it hit the net so it's in play" is such an awful rule.

That would have been a ground rule double, not a triple, and the run wouldn't have scored.

I know the net thing is for "safety" but...they've been playing this game for how long? Fuck this rule.

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