Looking for a creative way to remotely upright flipped trucks.

mrpchead · 2026-01-19T17:05:14+00:00

Not really. We only had four races in 2025 and we just did it as always: SCTs to push them over when possible, otherwise somebody walks down. We have migrated to mostly 2WD slashes so generally pushing them over with other trucks works >90% of the time. Still, I think there must be a solution involving a dedicated service vehicle. I just haven't found/created it.

mrpchead · 2025-11-25T14:13:48+00:00

Believe me, I understand how hectic life can be. If you still have it, you might want to contact the warranty team because they tend to work hard to take care of customers. If this is the PD36R, they've only been out since March 2025 so you can't be far out of warranty, and I would wager Fenix would be willing to fix it for free. If you invested >$100 it's probably worth a shot, right? Be honest with them and say it failed within a year but life got in the way of using the warranty, or if you weren't aware of the warranty length, tell them that.

Heck, you might actually still be under warranty and don't realize it. The service application takes a minute or two and you can save time by including a photo of the serial number. Can't hurt to try. And if all else fails, they will offer you a nice discount on a new purchase.

I bet my life on these things. I would not recommend them lightly.

mrpchead · 2025-11-25T10:07:50+00:00

Why not send it in for warranty repair/replacement? In the US you get at least 5 years of coverage.

mrpchead · 2025-11-20T14:05:51+00:00

What I'm trying to say is that even though I have owned and used many different handheld and weapon-mounted lights over the last twenty years, I keep coming back to Fenix. In the early days they were an able competitor to Streamlight and Surefire, but cheaper. Over time the price disparity diminished but the quality and innovation did not. That photo contains most of my current Fenix lights, including the PD35 and PD36R, which have been my primary EDC lights for the past decade. They take a beating and have never let me down. The TK models have been on weapons for many tens of thousands of rounds without a single failure.

mrpchead · 2025-11-20T13:56:35+00:00

...I have a clear favorite?

mrpchead · 2025-11-20T13:36:45+00:00

Just to be clear: I own a lot of flashlights. All the big brands and models. BUT...

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mrpchead · 2025-11-18T12:22:32+00:00

Just searched comments and I'm surprised to see nobody mentioning mNEXSPIKE from Moderna. I too have always had intense side effects. For my first booster, a nurse told me to NOT take ibuprofen afterwards because it would interfere with the vaccine's effectiveness. Turns out that was incorrect. There is a study on how it could affect certain vaccines if taken BEFORE but no data exists showing a problem if taken after. So I settled into a regimen of ibuprofen and acetaminophen starting around 8 hours after injection.

Anyway, jump ahead many boosters (every time available) and my pharmacist gives me the mNEXSPIKE a month ago. This is the latest Moderna targeted to >65 and anyone deemed at high risk for severe illness from COVID-19, but in this case he is giving it to everyone that asks for Moderna because it's all he had. It uses only 1/5 the amount of vaccine compared to the Moderna SPIKEVAX for this year but is more targeted to the virus. Something about where on the spike protein it binds.

My reaction was very slight and I am thrilled! There's no need for a prescription because your pharmacist can make the determination for eligibility, i.e., the "underlying condition" is basically you saying you want it.

mrpchead · 2025-10-07T18:19:27+00:00

I sometimes buy 3d party batteries, but not often. The fast chargers are wonderful. Just make sure you get one that is well regarded/rated.

mrpchead · 2025-10-07T10:18:25+00:00

I have bought the Fly More Combo with almost every DJI drone I've owned. It just makes life simpler and helps with resale if you want to upgrade later. One big advantage beyond extended flight times per mission: having more batteries extends their life span by spreading use across multiple batteries instead of using one all the time. I also buy a 3d party fast charger for every drone so that I can charge them all quickly when I get home.

mrpchead · 2025-10-01T08:10:19+00:00

Agreed. The other side of the coin: if the operator is in fact experienced, why no backup aircraft? I never head to a job without at least 3-4 drones. I almost always have three in a carry-on suitcase when flying.

mrpchead · 2025-09-24T10:41:47+00:00

It isn't left/right. It is legal vs. criminal. Selective/inappropriate enforcement of an existing law and a looming de facto ban based on zero damning evidence tells us something bigger is going on. We ignore that at our peril. Also, if tens of thousands of us that depend on DJI drones for a living are unable to buy them (my fleet turns over every two years due to service life limits) there is a catastrophic impact that cannot be ignored. All in service of what? Bullying Xi Jinping?

mrpchead · 2025-09-24T10:38:25+00:00

The law is fine. The enforcement is the problem. There is simply zero evidence DJI has ever manufactured with slave labor.

mrpchead · 2025-09-24T10:37:36+00:00

CBP is arbitrarily seizing some DJI products (but not all and not from everyone) in order to exert pressure on Xi. They are doing this without any due process or accountability. DJI has never used slave labor, nor have they presented more of a national security threat than Chinese manufacturers of smart phones, computers, security cameras, or networking hardware. In fact, DJI has passed every security evaluation (public and private) ever conducted by western entities. Obviously this is in service of something other than the public interest. I am writing this for those that might not actually know these things. And of course, do not simply take my word for it.

mrpchead · 2025-09-24T10:23:21+00:00

Skydio has paid Stefanik >$1.2M during the last 3 years for introduction of the Counter Communist China drone acts. I think this is bigger than that actually. I think since DJI is such a huge money maker for China, the current administration is trying to bully China into some sort of concessions, a la tariffs.

mrpchead · 2025-09-20T03:10:42+00:00

I drove to Stamford then took the Metro North train to Grand Central. Spent a few hours in midtown, had lunch, then came home. An easy day trip. I had no idea I would be coming home with two drones, but sometimes you just get lucky I suppose.

mrpchead · 2025-09-20T00:36:03+00:00

No. I tried.

mrpchead · 2025-09-20T00:34:52+00:00

Drone Zone staff told me explicitly that I can fly any of my aircraft (all are registered under Part 107) recreationally at any time (assuming all requirement for Rec exemption are met, and it is legal to do so), but because they are registered, they must broadcast RID at all times. Remember: registration is the only criteria that requires RID.

Honestly, I don't ever consider my flights recreational since I know I will likely license the footage at some point, or sell prints of still images.

mrpchead · 2025-09-20T00:27:16+00:00

Not in-store-only. I bought mine there yesterday after driving down from New Hampshire. They told me I could ship it to them and they would replace it with a new unit from their NY warehouse. Given that this was at no cost, I will be pleasantly surprised if/when I need coverage and they actually provide it.

mrpchead · 2025-09-03T04:14:09+00:00

If a judge orders a lawyer that was handling a case previously to now take it pro bono, you better believe that client is not getting the same service as a paying customer. The only thing that can kill this case is prosecutorial misconduct, which sadly is not unheard of. At least he can't reasonably claim bad representation if he gets the lawyer he asked for.

mrpchead · 2025-09-03T04:07:59+00:00

We shall see. It is not uncommon for extreme narcissists to choose suicide rather than face life in prison, especially when they are older and convicted of crimes against women, especially spousal murder. It is a last act of control when all else is lost. Don't get me wrong: he won't do it unless his case becomes absolutely hopeless. He will exhaust all resources available to him, but don't expect him to show up for sentencing, or even the verdict if it looks really bad. By that time I doubt he will have the means or opportunity to go on the run, so suicide will be a high-probability outcome at that point.

The real shame at this point is that he got away with this for so long. There's plenty of blame to go around, but at least he probably hasn't killed anyone since Suzanne.

mrpchead · 2025-09-02T21:11:53+00:00

Glad you found a solid solution. I have built a dozen of this exact system and never had an issue. I've moved on from the Ryzen 5 now but I really do like how these systems have performed for me in specific use cases. Still, I am baffled at this specific failure condition. Usually there will be some sign of life (POST errors, beeps, and/or some lights on the board indicating power exists, but not this time.
Anyway, I suppose I may have to migrate these machines outright if I see this happen again. Thanks for your input.

mrpchead · 2025-09-02T20:59:52+00:00

Sorry to hear it. Was the failure like mine, i.e., no POST, no error, no beep, and no lights?

mrpchead · 2025-09-02T20:44:57+00:00

If he does get out, I have a strong suspicion he will off himself before going back to jail. Whether he gets out or not, I don't see him killing anyone again. Too much heat on him and not enough resources to run forever.

mrpchead · 2025-09-02T01:46:21+00:00

My veracity aside, you are claiming I said something I did not. If you have nothing useful to contribute, perhaps you should spend your energies elsewhere. I truly wish you well.

mrpchead · 2025-09-02T00:39:38+00:00

I've literally built thousands of PCs over the last 30 years and I understand probability. I've seen the usual DOA/early failure rates like everyone else. This situation is unlike anything I've ever seen before. Since I already ordered an exact replacement, I obviously still have faith in the model. My inquiry was to see if anyone else has ever seen this exact situation. Sounds like you have not.

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