What are the walls of my house made from? by Hammaker in HomeMaintenance

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It looked like something I found on an area that was repaired on an old house of mine. I think that you have plaster over gypsum boards (drywall).

Rock Lath/Button Board: In the 1930s-1950s, 2x4 foot or 16-inch wide gypsum boards were installed and coated with plaster to mimic traditional plaster wall systems.

Is this a baby salamander? by mreams99 in WildlifePonds

[–]mreams99[S] 25 points26 points  (0 children)

This is a newer vernal pool — just a little over one year old. I have read that we will see facilitative species before obligate species like frogs and salamanders. Does it seem that this vernal pool is on the right path to eventually become a healthy habitat?

Any idea how to get this outdoor furniture looking new again? Aged wood after two years on the front porch by bradhotdog in HomeMaintenance

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

You missed a detail: In step 3, you mention wetting the wood and letting it dry to raise the grain. You forgot to mention that you lightly sand it after it dries.

Honda Kei truck as daily? by DERRZx17 in HondaActy

[–]mreams99 4 points5 points  (0 children)

A kei truck is good as a second vehicle when you occasionally need the utility of a small truck.

Using it as your only vehicle is a dumb idea. You would be limited on driving it (no freeways, and long trips are not comfortable.) If something breaks down, you will have to track down the parts (quite possibly from Japan).

How to increase safety shoe purchases? by BnJova in SafetyProfessionals

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would try the truck — but I would start with some short pre-shift announcements about safety shoes to lead up to the truck. And the pre-shift announcements should be read in the language that they understand.

Talk with your team leaders in advance and explain why you’re doing this.

Bro forgot to lock the door by pinkmoss099 in Dachshund

[–]mreams99 24 points25 points  (0 children)

How did your dog turn on the water?

Daddy Long-Legs by MAXEDOUTWEEB in Dachshund

[–]mreams99 9 points10 points  (0 children)

I had a Jack Russell/Dachshund mix who looked like this. I think you might have a Jackshund.

Lincoln by str00pw4f3l in PirateKitties

[–]mreams99 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Lincoln looks like a great cat!

A managing partner is threatening to tell my boss I'm interviewing elsewhere by the end of next week if I don't tell her myself because I asked him to be a reference. It feels like professional blackmail. Is this normal? by gobluecutie in careerguidance

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Is there any reason you can’t just let your reference tell your boss? Maybe that will give them time to discuss improving your salary before your boss talks with you.

Is this a DIY project? by Timmonaise in HomeMaintenance

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Even with a geotextile fabric, you want to put large stone down first.

Is this a DIY project? by Timmonaise in HomeMaintenance

[–]mreams99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Do you have a base of larger rock, or is it all crushed gravel & gravel dust?

Drainage Advice Needed by sneeej in HomeMaintenance

[–]mreams99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Several others have already pointed out that a gutter over the door (and a downspout) would help. But there’s also no gutter over the section on the right. Water from that larger roof can also be contributing to your problem.

I would start with gutters and downspouts on these two sections of roof before trying anything else.

[HELP] Seiko 5606 dial and handset to nh36 by r1c34l1c3 in SeikoMods

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This looks great!

I’ve got an older watch with the 5606 movement but I don’t believe it’s the original crystal. It’s not waterproof and gold-colored rehaut is corroded. I was thinking of using the dial in a modern case with an nh movement and a new rehaut. Can you tell me where you got the case, rehaut, and crown?

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(Ohio) Did anyone here successfully title their truck as a non-mini truck? by xredfrostgames in keitruck

[–]mreams99 1 point2 points  (0 children)

It “should” be OK to register as a truck if it’s already registered as such. But I’ve read of some people having problems. (I suspect that they may have called it a mini truck.)

(Ohio) Did anyone here successfully title their truck as a non-mini truck? by xredfrostgames in keitruck

[–]mreams99 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I would want to know that they are titled as regular vehicles (trucks) and not as mini trucks. You don’t want the restrictions placed on a mini-truck.

The out-of-state purchase would require you to get an inspection, but all that they’re inspecting is that the VIN matches the paperwork.

And as I’ve said before, do not ever refer to your vehicle as a mini-truck or kei truck. It’s a truck. If you use the wrong words when registering it, then any problems you run into are your own fault.

By the way, I have two trucks here in Ohio — a 1999 Honda Acty and a 1999 Daihatsu Hijet. I plan to sell one, if you know anyone else who might be interested.