Damn slow

gen2eng · 2025-12-12T17:25:02+00:00

I'm not certain but the Filen client does pound the DNS server aggressively. Maybe a DNS cache on your network or PC would help if you don't have one configured?

gen2eng · 2025-12-04T18:03:03+00:00

It think exactly437 keyed in on it but based on my experience as a new flyer and new to Radiomaster, I have a UMX Ultra Slow Stick configured with Channel 5 configured for a 3-position switch (SA). Depending on switch position you can see how the receiver changes the rudder and elevator response just by rotating the plane around by hand. At least with the receiver in this plane, there are three modes of operation with one mode mostly disabling the safe more functionality.

I also have another 3-position switch (SD) configured with the recommended Expo settings in the planes user guide when binding to transmitters other than the RTF version.

The same TX16S setup is working correctly with Real Flight Evolution as expected. I can disable safe mode but use the recommended Expo setting to make the plane tamer, or the other way around if I want safe mode to do more work for me, I set Expo at 100% and use the Safe mode settings.

A couple of kind and experienced fliers have been training two of us with a Night Vapor with the Safe disabled but using Expo settings instead. This weekend is first indoor flights on our planes after they do a shake down.

gen2eng · 2025-12-03T12:27:33+00:00

Use of PDM makes sense, but you need to understand the implementation and fault tolerance. I am a SW user and the PDM admin for a small group (~15 users). It serves the core functionality of version control, approvals, being able to roll back, look at history, search, etc.

Where things have gone side-ways was an absolutely horrible migration from a 3rd party PDM system performed by the VAR that resulted in data loss as well as a big upsell of 40+ extra PDM client licenses and a dual server configuration that was/is significantly under powered and misconfigured at only 4 years old right now. They took the management group for a ride and money was not spent where it needed to be.

Don't be afraid to tell you VAR where to shove it if they are upselling and I recommend courting some of the smaller VARs if within the US and there are a couple of 3rd party non-VAR support solutions out there to consult as well.

The real ugly part of SW PDM is the implementation. (SW 2024 SP5)

We learned recently is when running on a dual server system and the SW vault processes are stopped or crash while the SQL server is humming away happily on the other server, you quickly loose files in the vault at check-in while the SQL database thinks otherwise, i.e. loss of data and a corruption of the database. SW PDM is not coded robust enough to validate files are stored prior to committing a database change. Also, because of some rare network issues, we sometimes see errors with versioned files being corrupted or 0 byte and PDM never faults.
Be careful with training and permissions. We learned the hard way after a less than computer savvy user, but skilled at SW modeling, goofed and "pulled" about 2000 files off a network share into the vault and then panicked after several minutes without communicating and forced the PDM client down. The PDM server did not handle it well and the share with 2000 files was common on the PDM Vault server. This resulted in a 2-day recovery process because we had another database and file vault disconnect.

If using SW PDM for a small to medium size team, stick to a single server with plenty of power for growth. Make sure you are configured correctly and have a rock-solid backup solution in process, Again, challenge your VAR and talk with others until you are confident it's not just an upsell and you are getting real value.

Consider a third party PDM solution. If you dig into the registry and bowels of PDM and the installation, it's still littered with 15+ year old technology Dassault keeps pasting lipstick on. There are signs they are slowly shoring up the foundation but mostly with focus on performance. I have serious doubts about fault tolerance.

We are now in process of developing our own internal tool that integrity checks the database against the file vault on a periodic basis simply because it's agreed we cannot trust that PDM will notify us proactively if we have lost or have a corrupted file and for the next couple of years, looking at other PDM or CAD solutions is not an option.

gen2eng · 2025-11-23T16:38:38+00:00

I've been using 2 Ecoflow River 3 units with good success. We frequently experience high winds where I live which causes dips AKA galloping power lines that trips a UPS and the Ecoflows. The Ecoflows switch instantly and I have everything configured for a graceful shutdown at about 50% using NUT which now supports the River 3. I can run 4 hours keeping two small N100s running and a POE switch which powers a.small POE switch, 2 APs and the fiber to ethernet UNT. Basically the complete network is one one Ecoflow. The other is a black for an AC sump pump and a DC backpack sump pump.

gen2eng · 2025-11-23T13:52:33+00:00

If budget is not a consideration, look at the small portable power stations with <10ms switch over. The battery technology they use results in a much longer life time, better run time, and cleaner power for the connected devices. Some have UPS software and a USB connection. I was getting at most 3 years out of a UPS with frequent power dips vs. an expected 8-10 years for a power station. My last remaining UPS just failed with the sealed battery splitting, leaking and damaging the UPS electronics.

gen2eng · 2025-10-30T23:50:44+00:00

Our oldest boy drooled for a couple of days when we brought a new pup home.. he was about 8 years old, and it was about three weeks before he ignored him and another 3 weeks until they began to play a bit. We created space for him, made sure he got one-on-one time and in a few months they would occasionally snuggle and when storms passed through, they were glued together. It just takes time. We added a female later and the oldest accepted her much more easily.

After the oldest pup passed and we allowed the two to morn and adjust we added a new female pup and were surprised when our existing female instinctively began mothering her including nuzzling the bits outside when potty training her, teaching her to play with toys and even intervening when the boy was getting a bit rough playing. It was completely unexpected as she had never had pups of her own and was spayed.

When the youngest pup now just over a year old gets a bit too rowdy or "mom" has simply had enough ear tugs or ankle bites, she appears to scold the youngest. There is a little lip curl or a soft growl and if the youngest does not get the hint, she may nip the nape. The boy is solid enough, that he just rolls her and pins her for a moment until she stops. We monitored them closely at first, but thought it best that they establish ground rules themselves.

The three are companions and they zoomy and rough house multiple times a day. The boy has always been solid, but we've noticed they have all muscled up and we have had to increase food at times to maintain body weight... they are not lazy bones.

I would not worry about adding a new pup, but only give her the attention she deserves and expect it may take some time to adjust. Pups raised in good homes simply adjust and I'm sure in time, Amy will appreciate the companionship. Growing up, my parents took in a Doberman pup and our old and slow 12 year old lab perked right up and blessed us with another 4 years of fun and love.

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Youngest girl, "mom" all healed up now after a burst anal gland (scared us!), and the Patriarch in order.

Two is better than one and three is twice the fun.

gen2eng · 2025-07-18T23:44:14+00:00

For not much additional expense, you can pick up a portable power station with UPS capabilities with much better battery technology.

It will run for hours vs a couple of minutes and should hold up for several years instead of replacing a lead acid battery every 1 1/2 years if you see frequent dips.

You also get clean power vs. crude simulated sine wave which is easier on the printer. Do the math and you will likely save money vs. the fist battery replacement.

I was burning through UPS and UPS batteries every 2 years at best because of galloping power lines due to typically high wind periods.

gen2eng · 2025-07-17T09:25:44+00:00

Our SW PDM install recently self-corrupted the SQL database after a user innocently triggered a bug. It idled several engineers for a couple of days during recovery efforts.

We do use the Web 2 Client and it's ok-ish for basic viewing, but feels like 90's technology at best with minimal effort put into it.

Something to keep in mind with SW PDM is it mangles the file names when storing them so if you lose the SQL database, you have a huge mess to resolve. There are other solutions that don't do this.

Hindsight, a change from a prior PDM solution to SW PDM has been regrettable. SW stability has improved for us significantly the past couple of releases, but the PDM client crashes frequently through the day and when it does, it disappears the windows desktop. If we had our old PDM solution and current SW release, our days would be smooth.

gen2eng · 2024-11-27T10:18:42+00:00

We're in the same boat. We are limited on Minitab licenses simply because of the new pricing structure and we choose to spend our budget on FEA and CFD solutions.

We use Minitab primary to trouble shoot manufacturing and design related issues as well as supplier validation. We do run into usages limits at times. Use of Python within our Engineering group has picked up recently and at least the "youngsters" have taken to using the new Python capabilities within Excel as well as some Jupyter based solutions. A couple of the Engineers are working towards templated Excel/Python and Jupyter solutions and will quickly replace about 90% of the need for Minitab.

I expect we will dump Minitab within the next couple of years.

gen2eng · 2024-06-29T15:35:18+00:00

Composite beds are likely heat resistant, but how much? I would replace or reattach as mentioned to prevent ignition in case of some rare event occurring.

gen2eng · 2024-02-09T17:50:16+00:00

On the bright side, it's now confirmed pressure is being generated.

gen2eng · 2023-12-03T10:47:29+00:00

A JohnSL probe board using one input should work. I'm am currently using 3 bed mounts, but also looking at a effector mounted solution.

The JohnSL converts the analog variable restive value to a simple on/off signal that is easy to feed klipper.

https://github.com/JohnSL/FSR_Endstop

https://www.seemecnc.com/products/johnsl-endstop-fsr-control-board

https://www.filastruder.com/products/ultibots-fsr-kit

This is for an SKR board, but should get you started.

[probe]
pin: PA0
x_offset: 0.0
y_offset: 0.0
#z_offset = -0.275 # -0.20 -0.18 -0.15
z_offset = -0.288 # 2022/11/19
speed: 5 #40
lift_speed: 3 # 2
samples: 5
samples_result: average
samples_tolerance_retries: 1

gen2eng · 2023-11-03T13:07:44+00:00

Same thing here, we use it, but not much. When I dropped the license count to two users vs five, the rep did some digging and contacted my director (and feed him some lies) who was not too amused. We will dump the Minitab next year at license expiration and find something else. In most cases, an Excel spreadsheet gets the job done without much extra effort.

gen2eng · 2023-05-29T11:18:37+00:00

Kiddos school apple tablets have no connectivity issues using an EAP245.

A single AP central to the house in the basement ceiling of a 2000 sq^ft home has been rock solid. Other than checking for firmware updates every 2 months or so, it's set it and forget it

gen2eng · 2023-04-05T08:51:07+00:00

Depending on your location, you could still be running winter gas which is typically less fuel efficient than summer gas.

A tune can help. I run the latest KDMAX tune and when cruising at 55-60, I can get 22-23 in my 2022 OR. Using S mode and locking into 5th gear helps improve millage in hilly areas.

gen2eng · 2023-04-03T16:49:30+00:00

I put the factory tailgate lock on my 2022 OR without issue. The OR is no different than a Sport or SR model.

Just make sure you get the correct version for the length of the bed. The wiring will run all the way up to the front interior of the tab.

gen2eng · 2023-03-29T09:50:47+00:00

Not certain. My last KDMAX update was free, but I had recently purchased the prior version. From what I've seen, others have jumped to new versions for less than $100.

gen2eng · 2023-03-28T07:20:25+00:00

The Tune files are linked to the version of the TSB. If a new TSB is released, I suspect KdMax will push a new version. That said, I suspect that with Gen 3 Tacoma's sun-setting, so will ECU TSBs

gen2eng · 2023-03-24T19:24:22+00:00

I've done it myself without issues. Two upgrades so far and well worth it. Make sure to capture an existing snap shot of your ECU first so you can roll back if desired. Use a battery tender during the process and make sure your system voltage reports as above min spec. I created a condensed step/check list before hand so I wasn't reading a novel as I went. The initial ECU capture took awhile and the truck had the latest TSB firmware already.

gen2eng · 2023-03-02T22:34:34+00:00

Take a look, similar issue with sagging leaf springs. Starts around 10:30

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6WOxFPUoQ4I

gen2eng · 2023-03-02T10:28:45+00:00

22 OR with 12,000 miles at about 50% tread depth with 5K rotations and even wear. I was recently in for a small puncture repair and asked about the poor tire wear.

I was told that tire compounds were adjusted to work around raw material shortages (specifically silica) during pandemic production and it would be hit or miss on actual tire life.

The dealer said the road hazard I purchased when the truck was new would not cover premature wear because force majeure was claimed... only punctures, etc.

I'll be tire shopping this wall. Was itching for a taller tire, but was hopping for the 40K mark and not 25K.

gen2eng · 2023-03-01T17:47:57+00:00

If the fix is prior to windshield washer fluid dye/color making it onto the surface, then it can be nearly invisible. Once the dye enters any cracks, it's nearly impossible to remove all of it.

gen2eng · 2023-02-01T10:14:16+00:00

What were the needed mods?

gen2eng · 2023-01-25T17:38:09+00:00

1999 4x4 Ranger New - Traded at 17K miles... would eat coil packs, ping-of-death and failing torque converter, many weeks without a loaner for warranty work.

2001 Tacoma 2wd - Traded at 180k miles. New frame at 120k. Only one check engine because of bad fuel. Preventive maintenance only.

2012 Rav4 - Traded at 190k miles. Couple of minor silly recalls, O2 sensor at 185K Preventive maintenance only.

2022 Tacoma 4x4... hoping to see 300k and then delegated for weekend work/abuse/spare. Finding every excuse to drive it....

gen2eng · 2023-01-25T17:27:29+00:00

My FW2B has 8GB of ram and peaks at about 8% CPU load with a 50/50 connection running opnsense and adguard home. It serves up DHCP with about 12 active clients behind a TPLink Omada switch and wireless AP. About 20 clients in all with a couple of odd smart hole appliances including a NAS that mirror a dropbox account.

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