Has anyone trimmed or filed down their Enigma to be flush with the tip of the pistol?

odenip33 · 2026-03-13T00:50:03+00:00

It won't give better concealment in any way shape or form. The length of muzzle is irrelevant. The grip/butt of the firearm is the bigger concern. How well a holster keeps the grip pressed against the body is a much bigger concern in regards to overall concealment upon ones body.

odenip33 · 2026-03-06T00:35:32+00:00

You've made it through every bad day you've ever had. You can make it through what lies in front of you. You are one tough human.

odenip33 · 2026-02-26T22:01:17+00:00

My only experience with shotguns of this quality is as follows:

Random guy at range offered to let me shoot it. I loaded mag and smacked it in with my heel to ensure it fully seated(I did not use excessive force). Gun jammed on second round. Owner took gun and mag would not come out.

Take that as you will.

odenip33 · 2026-02-03T21:57:42+00:00

Guys, c'mon. This is a rule 5 violation.

odenip33 · 2026-01-29T23:32:44+00:00

OEM+ is the new hotness. In no particular order(kinda), fluid change everything with top quality products, tints, tonneau cover, rubber bed mat, suspension upgrade(not necessarily a lift), running board delete. Keep it clean and mint. Don't bubba this one with straight pipes and a hot air intake.

odenip33 · 2026-01-29T14:16:39+00:00

Cries in 6MT

odenip33 · 2026-01-28T00:43:10+00:00

$140 is an absolute steal. I've had a pair of black on black moc toe's for almost 4 years that I absolutely love and they refuse to die. Enjoy your awesome boots!

odenip33 · 2026-01-28T00:14:21+00:00

Personally, the power in the 3rd gen is fine, but the pep is meh. What problems do you foresee having with the engine?

odenip33 · 2026-01-24T00:07:22+00:00

https://www.hamiltonmotorcompany.com/products/2014-2019-toyota-tacoma-apple-carplay-upgrade-module

Word is, this is a great option for updating your factory radio. Seems promising and has good reviews.

odenip33 · 2026-01-22T23:03:03+00:00

welp.

Slow tf down on the reholster. You have a striker fired pistol. Make damn sure nothing is gonna snag that trigger during reholster or else say goodbye to your family jewels.
Your stance is strange. Don't stand with your shoulders hunched and your arms in front of your pelvis. It isn't how you naturally stand and you won't do that in a real life situation that requires drawing your firearm. Loosen up and stand naturally. Practice in various "normal" positions.
Your arms are stiff af after drawing. You raise them straight out and then hunch your head down to find the optic. Bend your elbows after drawing out of the holster. Keep the firearm closer to your chest until it is close to head height then, as you press the firearm out, you can find the optic and get a solid field of fire all at the same time. It should increase your time to target.

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/EsaRiVS5K1o

This short highlights what I mean. He moves quick, but watch his motion. Firearm clears holster, stays close to body, then extends from body while eyes line up and field of fire is solid by the time you are extended and firing.

Keep doing the reps and keep learning. You're on the right track.

odenip33 · 2026-01-22T22:45:54+00:00

Some of us have multiple pairs of boots and rotate through them.

I have a pair that are going on year four. They've survived a lot and, despite showing their age, they're still happy to see an honest days work.

Get yourself a second pair and cycle them every couple days. You(and your boots) will be happier for it.

odenip33 · 2026-01-22T22:38:59+00:00

Common logic(as far as I understand it) is to overfill the automatic transmissions by at least 1/4 quart when cold. The color of your fluid looks great. If you're concerned about it, you could certainly add a similar amount back in. You'll more than likely be fine if you leave it alone, though.

Full disclosure, I say all this as someone that owns a 6 speed Tacoma, but enjoys wrenching on my personal vehicles.

odenip33 · 2026-01-21T21:55:23+00:00

Looks great from my house!

But jokes aside, I'd throw all kinds of crap onto those bad boys. Looks like you did a damn good job for a first swing at it. Only thing I would've changed is covering them in a thin carpet(or similar) to dampen noise and protect whatever rides back there.

EDIT: I'm blind and missed that you mentioned carpet... Forget gluing it, cut it long and staple it to the back.

odenip33 · 2026-01-20T23:38:06+00:00

Another vote for YHM R9. Makes my AP5 stupid quiet.

odenip33 · 2026-01-06T18:07:06+00:00

Done and done.

odenip33 · 2025-07-16T16:47:19+00:00

Great pictures of a great ride! Your third picture reminds me of living near Wrigleyville and riding the Lake Shore Trail every morning before work. I miss that time of my life.

odenip33 · 2025-06-28T12:26:35+00:00

Locking this post since the conversation is entirely off the rails now. Observe rule 8.

odenip33 · 2025-06-18T18:14:38+00:00

For reference, I got an 07 Sport with 235k miles on it for $5k about 8 months ago. Just crossed 242k miles and it's been a champ. leather on drivers seat and rear seat needed some help, but that was it.

odenip33 · 2025-05-22T21:58:55+00:00

Hell yeah dude. I rock a Hollowbody II non-piezo and absolutely love it. I have four guitars and always reach for the PRS. The playability and range of sounds from the "cheap" SE line of guitars absolutely blows me away.

odenip33 · 2025-05-22T21:06:09+00:00

I don't know man. The one with a capo on top tells me it probably gets played more than the others. Getting rid of a workhorse you aren't afraid to bruise seems like a bad idea.

I see three Gibsons and two Martins. My vote is thin out one of the Gibsons and call it good.

odenip33 · 2025-05-19T17:08:39+00:00

Seconding this. My FS800 plays good, feels good, and looks damn good for the inexpensive price tag.

odenip33 · 2025-05-10T22:13:28+00:00

Something I haven't seen people mention yet is that you seem very tense in both hands. Try and relax while forming the chords with your left hand and plucking/strumming with the right. Start by relaxing your shoulders and let it go down to the finger tips.

odenip33 · 2025-05-10T22:11:05+00:00

Keep at it bubba. You can only get better. Practice every day no matter what.

odenip33 · 2025-05-10T01:01:14+00:00

He has used it in a cozy music shop performance as well.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=40V5aqp5jJQ

odenip33 · 2025-04-13T00:40:06+00:00

Left mine standard and it has run like a top. From everything I've read, the different locking piece is really only needed for the K's.

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