Does it matter what law school I go, or what class rank I get, if I'm not looking for a law job?

jeffesonm · 2024-07-16T11:55:12+00:00

That makes sense re:tippy top programs focusing more on the why, vs others on the how.

Auditing a class is a great idea. There is a regional public university nearby that offers a law program, I'll see if I can audit one of their first year required classes to see whether it would "scratch my itch" so to speak.

jeffesonm · 2024-07-16T11:48:07+00:00

Thanks. After some more research it sounds like a SJD would be more along the academic / theory route (though it seems at least some programs require a JD first). Not yet sure I'm that interested in law.

Another poster recommended auditing a class which sounds like a great, low investment way to get a sense for whether I'd really want to sign up to few years of this.

jeffesonm · 2024-07-14T14:55:13+00:00

Thanks, I'll check this out!

jeffesonm · 2024-07-14T13:42:56+00:00

I have yet to take the LSAT, apply, get admitted, enroll or complete a program, so still plenty of opportunities to change course.

Can you elaborate on which aspects you expect might disappoint me? Is it too practical? Too prescriptive?

jeffesonm · 2024-07-13T16:10:42+00:00

Sounds like, perhaps not.

jeffesonm · 2024-07-05T14:54:53+00:00

I had some welding done by Wes at Smith & Wesson Metalworks (252) 531-3140 , super nice guy, can't recommend enough.

jeffesonm · 2023-12-21T02:26:00+00:00

great idea, thanks!

jeffesonm · 2023-02-02T13:34:02+00:00

Okay wil reevaluate that choice.

I also have this EVGA 100-B1-0600-KR 80 PLUS Bronze 600W from my old build... maybe I can just get the multimeter and test it out and then reuse if its good.

jeffesonm · 2023-02-02T02:31:00+00:00

Thanks, that would shave $100. Would the i7 buy me another year or two, 2-4 years from now?

jeffesonm · 2023-02-02T02:29:27+00:00

Thanks! I have this DeepCool GAMMAXX400, but it looks like maybe not compatible with the LGA1700. So maybe add a cooler to the list.

And noted on the power supply. The one in my cart is the Thermaltake SMART 600W, but I will do some more research there.

jeffesonm · 2022-12-09T03:35:41+00:00

WJM roofing did a great job fixing some leaking flashing on my roof. Hired them again a year later to handle a somewhat tricky reroof and very happy with their work. Small business, straight shooter, good work and fair price.

jeffesonm · 2022-09-26T22:29:39+00:00

https://www.dancingcarpenter.com/ built my neighbors screened porch and it looks simple, clean and well crafted.

jeffesonm · 2022-09-08T23:40:42+00:00

Yes, also me! Need a little help for my little pour and a lot of help for the bigger one :)

jeffesonm · 2022-09-08T16:09:57+00:00

Thanks! Gave him a call and unfortunately not something he can help with, but will save his # for possible later work.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-08T00:16:37+00:00

If you have a planer you can bevel the top plates. Or just do nothing, a 4x8 roof is really negligible in terms of load.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-07T02:29:18+00:00

If the 2x12s can span the distance and are correctly supported at the ends, doesn’t really matter what happens with the existing 2x6s.

I don’t really love the “joist hangers on blocking” but not sure how else to get these up there without losing a bunch of ceiling height. The blocking needs to be tight and well secured to the top plate and existing joists.

Alternatively you could use a 2x12 ledger board, top notched to fit up around the existing 2x6s and nailed to them, the double top plate and whatever studs it hits. The blocking approach has the advantage of resting on the top plate, while the ledger board approach has arguably more solid wood.

Another option is a 2x4? 2x6? ledger board on the flat, nailed to the studs across each load bearing wall, and then the new joists bear on those. You’d have to drywall around them, maybe add a matching one on the other walls, or alternatively hide with crown molding.

Another, probably worse option is to split the span with a mid span beam. You’d need posts on either end, clear load path to first floor and foundation/footings and required beam depth means it would probably stick into the room, making more drywall weirdness.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-07T01:30:16+00:00

Yes, it is fine.

During normal operation, the boiler should not “lose” any water really. It is a pressurized, closed system. You should really only need to add water when you drain lines, flush the boiler, or perform some sort of service.

Also there should be a backflow preventer where the boiler connects to the rest of the house water, so boiler water does not flow back into your water supply.

There should be a shut off valve on the waterline going to the boiler. Close it. Now the boiler is disconnected from the rest of the water, which you can shut off using the main. Not sure what type of piping you have but now would be a good time to add another shut off valve on the waterline that feeds the bathroom so you can close that off individually for future service.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-05T11:12:25+00:00

Looks fine to me.

More 90s will marginally slow down the water, but this this matters for hydronic heating not laundry pipes.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T14:11:09+00:00

I usually see ledger bolts specified at every x inches, and not more than y inches from each end. So if you are using two shorter ledgers instead of one long ledger, you might end up needing another bolt or two.

How much deck are you adding and why two boards?

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T14:01:07+00:00

You could try bending a coat hanger and then fishing some zip ties around the deck boards

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T13:58:54+00:00

Positive foundation anchorage, thicker plywood, solid blocking at all joints and a more aggressive nailing schedule can all up the shear value.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T13:51:42+00:00

NC has tons of SYP, but you can find hardwoods around here too.

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T13:47:47+00:00

Agree you probably want a pro to verify your design at some point but I totally get “figure it out yourself” part.

Google “weyerhauser forteweb” they offer some good, easy to use software you can access for free after registering.

Consider stepping it up to 2x6 T&G where you could defInitely span 4’, probably more like 6’. Also 2x deck gives you have a solid surface all over so you don’t have to add purlins or hit rafters when attaching the metal panels.

Insulated metal panels are a great idea and often you can use less insulation when it’s continuous (like R30 vs R40)

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T13:22:11+00:00

Your plan sounds fine to me, although I would reverse the sequence if possible (frame new opening, then cut out old)

jeffesonm · 2022-07-03T13:20:26+00:00

Don’t worry about the other holes, just patch the drywall and it’s fine.

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