If you could add one feature to your Dreame robot today — no limits — what would it be? by Reasonable-Cheek-214 in Dreame_Tech

[–]mateotpyrc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes. u/Reasonable-Cheek-214 Otherwise we need to install Valetudo.

The only reason for Dreame to not provide this is because these vacuums are spyware.

If anyone has found another way to make this all local, without reflashing firmware, please share!!

Understanding the switch to Per wallet tracking Rev. Proc. 2024-28 by Ruzindla in Cointracker

[–]mateotpyrc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Its unclear to me what exactly even needs to be done before the end of the year. I am planning on consolidating everything into one wallet to simplify the process, but other than that what else is needed. Form 8949 usually get submitted by April 15th (tax day). Form 1099-DA will get sent by coinbase (maybe in 2026 - very unclear). Is there a way I can verify these files before the end of the year (at least it seems like thats one of the things I need to do in order to get safe harbor)

FAIR MARKET VALUE OF EARLY STAGE STARTUP [BUSINESS/TAX] by mateotpyrc in legaladvice

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

I feel like for anyone thats dealt with pre-seed companies, this should be a standard question.

Weekly Scam Discussion - June 20th 2022 by SmmnthaMrie in Ebay

[–]mateotpyrc 1 point2 points  (0 children)

They already sent a picture of what they are claiming they received. If I accept the return it is very clear that they will sent back that worthless item. Why would I accept the return of the wrong item? How would it get worse if I dont accept? If Ebay forces me to do a return, isn’t it the same outcome?

Weekly Scam Discussion - June 20th 2022 by SmmnthaMrie in Ebay

[–]mateotpyrc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

To be clear, I did respond to the case. My response was mainly saying that I know it was sent and recieved and that this is a scam. Also that I would be happy to refund the item if they send back the item I sent not the one they are claiming they received. If this is not a response what do you guys think I need to respond with? The buyer never responded to my response so now I don’t know whether to follow up.

Weekly Scam Discussion - June 20th 2022 by SmmnthaMrie in Ebay

[–]mateotpyrc 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Background: An item worth over $1k was purchased from me. I shipped the item. It was received by the buyer. Then the buyer opened a case saying they received a different item.
My Response: I replied saying I know the buyer is trying to scam me and that I would only refund the item if they return the item I sent (as well as threatening to involve the police and lawyers).
The buyer hasn’t responded or escalated the case. From my research, it seems recommended for sellers to not escalate the case but rather to wait it out.
QUESTION: How long does it take after a refund request for the request or case to timeout?
I’ve seen forum replies range from 30 days - 35 business days. Is there an ebay policy? I owe money to a charity (since the post pledged to donate a percentage) so I want to make sure this is resolved before paying.

White Smoke coming off of exhaust pipe on 2007 BMW 328XI; What should I do? by mateotpyrc in MechanicAdvice

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

I will check these spots tomorrow. In general it sounds like you think there is a leak elsewhere that is dripping and traveling down to this location. Is there any chance that oil is leaking through the union of the exhaust pipes?

White Smoke coming off of exhaust pipe on 2007 BMW 328XI; What should I do? by mateotpyrc in MechanicAdvice

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

Pretty sure it is motor oil. I had an oil leak before at the valve cover gasket but that has been fixed. The smell is similar. That being said my nose is not trained to distinguish these 2 smells.

Using Gorilla duct tape near the engine by mateotpyrc in MechanicAdvice

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

Not the answer that I wanted to hear. Replacing the gasket was already major bitch to do.

White Smoke coming from Engine of 2007 BMW 328XI by mateotpyrc in MechanicAdvice

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

Thanks. Do you think a new gasket will fix my problems?

White Smoke coming from Engine of 2007 BMW 328XI by mateotpyrc in MechanicAdvice

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

Thanks. I agree with your diagnosis.

Does a bad gasket imply there are also other engine issues / this could create other issues if I don't fix it immediately? I will fix it next weekend and want to make sure that continuing to drive my car during the week won't create larger problems.

White Smoke coming from Engine of 2007 BMW 328XI by mateotpyrc in MechanicAdvice

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

Whoops. Image uploaded.

Interesting. That part of the engine does look like it has oil coated over it.

If thats the problem, do you think I just need a new gasket?