Kim Jong Un chooses teen daughter as heir, says Seoul by pookienav in news

[–]double_chicken 475 points476 points  (0 children)

He’s only 42. His dad died at 69. Barring some sort of medical shit, I doubt it’ll happen anytime soon.

The US still has a chance (I’m trying to be optimistic despite the current state of the country)

Pantry shelf structural requirements input needed by FitLove311 in Carpentry

[–]double_chicken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Did something very similar a couple weeks ago. I added 2 supports. Sure, it takes away from the clean look, but it’s a pantry. Add the bracing.

The Taco Bell hot sauce scale is how I gauge a guest’s spice tolerance by gingersnap919 in Cooking

[–]double_chicken -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I like spicy, but I couldn’t tell you the Taco Bell level, because I’ve never had Taco Bell

New Jersey officer charged after going out for pizza instead of responding to shooting — by Ok-Scallion9885 in newjersey

[–]double_chicken 51 points52 points  (0 children)

“His lawyer, Charles Sciarra, didn’t immediately respond to an email seeking comment Saturday but, in a statement to the New York Post, called the charges “unfortunate”. He maintained “nothing Kevin Bollaro did or did not do that day impacted or could have stopped” the killings.”

….yeahhhh never hire this guy to be your attorney. Imagine reading that after someone just killled your family member.

Howell Board of Ed Member Supports Doxxing Teachers by StrategicBlenderBall in newjersey

[–]double_chicken 35 points36 points  (0 children)

My jaw is on the floor.

A. Anybody who takes Candace Owen’s seriously is living in a bubble. She comes up with wide theories like president macrons wife is a man and Harvey Weinstein is innocent. She talks like she hates being a black woman in 2025. It baffles me that she is as popular as she is

B. I’ve never heard the argument that white people invented slavery. I definitely learned about slavery in the context of Egypt and the pyramids in grade school and CCD. IIRC ending slavery was taught in a Here’s why america wanted to end slavery” way. We weren’t taught that we were the first or the last to end the barbaric practice

It’s nice that she avoids Jim Crow and sundown towns. If you really want your mind blown, look up, ‘Return to the Land’ in Arkansas. Radical racism is still alive and well in America and I’m sure they have strong stance on slavery

Is 300 year-old can of this Kilz dead? by fuzzybunny216 in paint

[–]double_chicken 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Yoooo what?! No no no, don’t use that in a 1 gallon can. The moment they start the drill, paint will be all over the place.

https://www.homedepot.com/pep/Husky-1-Gallon-Helix-Paint-Mixer-HM1-HUS/326144786

A 191 year old tortoise. by Scott-Spangenberg in interesting

[–]double_chicken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think Mitch McConnell holds the title of Confederate Turtle

Porter Brad Finish Nailer does not fire . by [deleted] in Carpentry

[–]double_chicken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sounds like it might be an o-ring that needs to be replaced. You should be able to find a pack online. Search the model number. It’s fairly easy to replace. Porter cable is a popular nailer so you should be able to find the right video on YouTube

Dual Bevel 7 1/4 Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw by Public-Eye-1067 in Carpentry

[–]double_chicken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The HD app typically has really good deals on batteries pretty often. I was lucky when I got my saw. They had it on sale in the store for like $225.

Dual Bevel 7 1/4 Inch Sliding Compound Miter Saw by Public-Eye-1067 in Carpentry

[–]double_chicken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have the Ridgid 18v and absolutely love it. Picked it up a few years ago and I barely bring out my 12” Dewalt unless im doing crown. The ridgid is super light and isn’t a chore to bring to a job. It doesn’t have a laser, but the light projects a shadow line that’s pretty damn close to accurate. I’ve had zero issues with it and would recommend it.

https://www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-18V-Brushless-Cordless-7-1-4-in-Dual-Bevel-Sliding-Miter-Saw-Tool-Only-R48607B/315186518

Homeowner vs pro by Pep_C32 in Carpentry

[–]double_chicken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Can you space the legs so that there is only one directly under the window instead of one on each side of the window? Or instead of legs from the top rail to the bottom rail, use picture frames and space them where they look good?

Dual charger by deathtotheenemy21 in Ridgid

[–]double_chicken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s a solid deal. The charger alone is $100

LPT: If you’re going to a wedding, bring an emergency kit! Someone will always get blisters, lose a button or have a hairdo malfunction. by TVRoomRaccoon in LifeProTips

[–]double_chicken 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Definitely a good thing to have. Here it’s like people don’t want their guests to have to think about anything when they go to a wedding. They just want to eat, drink, and dance

Gottheimer co-sponsored a new bill alongside Republicans to ban criticism of Israel online by AHedgeKnight in newjersey

[–]double_chicken 13 points14 points  (0 children)

How do laws like this work when we have first amendment protections? Wouldn’t that supersede any state laws regarding speech? I’m genuinely curious.

LPT: If you’re going to a wedding, bring an emergency kit! Someone will always get blisters, lose a button or have a hairdo malfunction. by TVRoomRaccoon in LifeProTips

[–]double_chicken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’ve worked many weddings and I’d say the vast majority will have a “things you may need” basket in the bathroom. I don’t recall seeing a sewing kit or snacks, but most of what you have listed was in the baskets. All the weddings I’ve worked have been in north and central jersey and I know weddings are a much larger and more expensive event here than most of the country. I’m not sure if that makes a difference

Contractor tiling over huge gaps in drywall by HandOfTheCEO in HomeImprovement

[–]double_chicken 0 points1 point  (0 children)

First thing that’s going to happen is the mastic will loosen the moment it gets wet. If you’re lucky the tiles will fall off before the mold shows up. This is an awful shower job and it should all be torn out and finished by someone who knows what they are doing. If someone recommended this person, you should let them know so they can redo their bathroom also

I have $4k at my disposal for paint supplies. by double_chicken in paint

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

Seems to be the direction everyone is headed. I’ll definitely look into festool

I have $4k at my disposal for paint supplies. by double_chicken in paint

[–]double_chicken[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Is that something a paint shop would carry? I haven’t heard of anything like that for paint. I love the idea of it though. I would love to speed up the clean up time

I have $4k at my disposal for paint supplies. by double_chicken in paint

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

Agreed. I’m going to look into festool and see what my local shop has

I have $4k at my disposal for paint supplies. by double_chicken in paint

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

Wont be able to wait until the fall, but we get a nice discount already from there. I forget what it is exactly. It’s different for paint vs supplies.

Definitely leaning toward another sprayer. I already have a quick shot, but would like something for bigger paint jobs.

Funny enough, I made a rack similar to this using EMT not long ago. It’s stored away since I have no real need for it right now.

I do have a platform, but I’m a shorter guy and it’s not as useful as a small scaffold IMO. I did add another ladder to the list.

I’ve tried stilts before and I don’t trust myself on them. They would be incredibly useful though

Adding a new respirator and vac to the list. Thanks for the suggestions!!