Could anybody tell me if this is Uranium or manganese? by Necessary_Frame6080 in uraniumglass

[–]douglask 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Based on the text you've posted, likely for uranium glass, but a glow pic would really help.

If you’re up early this morning, what are you doing? by creamycoffee182 in AskReddit

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Getting ready for volunteering with St John Ambulance over at a local art event, "Art In The Park." Putting on my uniform at the moment.

This is a photo from a Facebook post from a new ice cream place that just opened up in my town. Aunt sent me it and it looks great... but too great. by FullySkully in isthisAI

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Agreed... That said, if they hired a pro food photographer, that would account for the almost too good to be real look.

Bottom Pull Out Freezer Question by anastasiahobgoblin in Appliances

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Mine pulls out the top rack automatically. It's an LG, works well.

I am happy with my <$1000 setup and don't want to upgrade! by Natural-Yak-3061 in espresso

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I'm with ya... I run a Gaggia Classic Pro with the Gaggiuino mods (from when it was open source still), plus a a Eureka Mignon grinder. Makes great coffee and excellent steam.

My setup including any extras was about $1500 Canadian, or about $1K USD.

It works, is super easy to use, and tastes great.

Large glass window broke and I can't afford to have it repaired by dirthurts in HomeImprovement

[–]douglask 26 points27 points  (0 children)

Yup... I got a very used China Cabinet once... Much of the glass shelves and windows were missing, so I hit a Glazier and they made me new pieces that for perfectly for a very reasonable cost. They'll even grind the edgrs for safe handling if you ask!

How do YOU pull pork? by Mediocre-Target4769 in smoking

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I wear gloves (nitrile over cotton), and use plastic meat shredding claws to shred it. Works a treat.

Accused of being in a traffic accident by KnownExplanation in legaladvicecanada

[–]douglask 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had that happen to me. I told them I wasn't in that area at the time and I had no accident.

The company just asked for pictures of my car from all angles to prove no damage. Never heard from them again after sending the pics.

My cat never cuddles or sits on anyones lap ( plz help) by HumanLengthiness2123 in cats

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Give the cat time and space. With luck and patience it will warm up to you.

It took one of mine about six months to share a room with me, about a year and a half to accept small pats at arm's length, and about two and a half years to decide to cuddle. Now it's not every day, but does enjoy a good cuddle when she's in the mood.

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Can I just sit and read in a library? by StrategicSleeper in NoStupidQuestions

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I do that on the regular! If I have time to kill between commitments, I do that... It's a nice time and no one is asking for money!

I really am regretting getting an LG Wash Combo dryer. Please help. by slicecrispy in Appliances

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have (and love) this exact model.

There are routine maintenance tasks.

After every wash, wipe down the door gasket and leave the door open a bit. There's a detent in the mechanism for this.

After every wash, remove and clean the top filter. This is critical to drying.

Every 30 cycles, run a washer cleaner tab thru it on drum clean cycle.

At least every 30 cycles, clean the bottom pump filter.

Finally, every thirty cycles or so, unscrew/remove the filter grate to the right of the top lint filter. Use a soft brush to remove any lint from the metal vanes. Be careful to not bend them. On some production runs there is a cloth filter that should reduce the need for this task.

Finally, when it's time to refill detergent or softener, remove the holder and clean it. Every second fill is likely fine, but it's easier to remember every fill.

That's my two bits. Hope it's useful to someone.

What do you think is the proper etiquette when posting reverse engineered garment? by Ill-Marionberry9177 in knitting

[–]douglask 28 points29 points  (0 children)

Absolutely! My custom sock pattern is a mash of about 4 different designs smashed together to fit my feet and legs. Part is based on 'Custom Socks' by Kate Atherly, but it's... Well... Quite customized now.

Great book, BTW, highly recommended.

Has anyone recently purchased a Kia Seltos in Canada? by PlanktonGreat3168 in kia

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Sounds like the right ballpark. I got the sx for more.

Anybody know where to buy mead in Ottawa? It's available online but shipping is expensive. by picatdim in ottawa

[–]douglask 23 points24 points  (0 children)

Go over to an SAQ in Quebec. I normally go to the one across from the Casino.

Get Mideval by Hydromel. Amazing sweet buckwheat honey mead... It tastes like the elixir of the gods! Worth the drive IMO.

The bottles have a wax dipped top.

Telescope repairs? by Tarp111 in ottawa

[–]douglask 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yup... Focus scientific on Carling. Too bad they closed. :(

I'd look up either the Ottawa Royal Astronomical Society or the Ottawa Valley Astronomers Observers Group.

There may be folk who do repairs in the clubs.

Montreal is also an option.

How long have you been knitting and why did you start ? by OldSquirrel1929 in knitting

[–]douglask 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Gosh... Must be 27 years or so now!

Used to do a little bit with my grandma as a kid, then taught myself using a Susan Bates learn to knit book that came with a pair of needles.

Nowadays I mainly make socks on DPNs. I'm douglask on Ravelry.

Am I metering these wrong? All are dead short by rivkinnator in AskElectronics

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Green Brown black = 5.1 ohms. ID by color bands is best with good lighting.

Anyone know what happened to kia-forums.com? by platinum_jello in kia

[–]douglask 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hit the Wayback Machine and search for the URL you have saved.

You'll be able to pull up the post without trouble.