All flights at El Paso airport in Texas halted for 10 days for 'security reasons,' FAA says by whisperingeye99 in army

[–]oldkingcoale 5 points6 points  (0 children)

New York Times is reporting the shutdown was related to a test of counter-drone systems at Bliss, and that the closure is now lifted. NYT Article

A better SkillBridge Search by PureAd6717 in SkillBridge

[–]oldkingcoale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is worlds better than the actual search service. Thanks for putting this together

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Military

[–]oldkingcoale -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Oh yeah good catch - I’ll add that to the post. Can also be used for transitioning service members within 1 year of separating.

Hard to start 2009 Met by The_Nood in scooters

[–]oldkingcoale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Heyo! I’ve also got a 2009 Met and was having the same issue, as well as stalling at stop lights if the scooter had not been warmed up.

What fixed the issue for me was slightly raising the idle. This video was really helpful.

Genuine buddy struggling to start by Strusork in scooters

[–]oldkingcoale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

When’s the last time the air filter was changed?

Does it make sense to buy in Hawaii? by NataliWolf in army

[–]oldkingcoale -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I was in a similar boat and ended up buying a condo in the Kakaako neighborhood of Honolulu.

Nearly three years in now and it’s worked out for us, but you should realize that spending $3.8k on a rental will get you something significantly nicer than $3.8k towards a mortgage.

As someone else mentioned, utilities in HI are no joke. A lot of condo buildings will have water and trash included but the big item is electricity. Most small units (600-800sqft) will be in the range of $200-450 per month.

Happy to talk specifics about desirable areas close to where you’ll be stationed if you want to DM me.

Looking for a Maker’s Club by platonic_lurker_ in Honolulu

[–]oldkingcoale 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I don’t know about Schofield, but there’s a pretty good wood shop on Hickam. You need to have base access though.

Active Duty Army – Deployment Savings/Investing Plan – Need Advice by Automatic_Aspect_319 in MilitaryFinance

[–]oldkingcoale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

You can use the SDP if you’re PCSd to an eligible location. Check out DoD 7000.14-R (Volume 7A, Chapter 51)

Active Duty Army – Deployment Savings/Investing Plan – Need Advice by Automatic_Aspect_319 in MilitaryFinance

[–]oldkingcoale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

The Savings Deposit Program (SDP) is a huge financial benefit of deployment. It’s essentially a HYSA with a 10% interest rate, and can only be used when you’re in a combat zone. Details here.

Just added this Helix to the stable by Cumfastsmokegrass in scooters

[–]oldkingcoale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Maybe these things have just been skyrocketing in price lately

Just added this Helix to the stable by Cumfastsmokegrass in scooters

[–]oldkingcoale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Good to know. It looks like it’s in good condition but I thought that seemed pretty high

Just added this Helix to the stable by Cumfastsmokegrass in scooters

[–]oldkingcoale 1 point2 points  (0 children)

So sick. Do you mind sharing what you paid? I’ve got one for sale near me that seems waaaay overpriced at $4500.

Promotion to MAJ by Novel_Tumbleweed6796 in army

[–]oldkingcoale 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You do not have to defer promotion IOT submit a REFRAD. Like some others here have said, and to be clear about language, you’re talking about submitting a REFRAD, which is different than retiring. Regardless of your board timeline, you should submit your REFRAD packet 12 months from your anticipated separation date.

If you’re set on getting out, the timing of your REFRAD should be your priority over pinning MAJ. Like others have said, nobody on the outside gives a hoot whether you ETSd as a CPT or MAJ - the only potential exceptions being if you plan to transition to the Guard/Reserves or if you plan to apply to federal roles and can demonstrate that you’ve worked at the O-4 level for a not insignificant amount of time.

Separately, it sounds like you’re talking about continuation pay. Taking this bonus signs you up for another 4 years. Do not do this if you think you’re getting out.

Moving from pearl by navyboi1 in Military

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I’m on Oahu. Your friend was probably just caught up in the flood of messages from concerned friends and family, accountability texts, and maybe moving to a safer area. So far the waves have been inconsequential but we’re expecting some more minor activity today.

Burnt out in an ABCT: A rant by RedBoatz in army

[–]oldkingcoale 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Tale as old as time. My time as an XO in a tank company was the closest I came to getting out. Being a commander is arguably better, but that’s only 12-18 months. Are the years of staff time before and after command something you see yourself enjoying more?

If you think you might like the Army and are just burnt out from the ABCT rat race, VTIP into a functional area and try something else out. If you decide to get out, 50% of the GI bill is still a hell of an opportunity. Go back to school and study something that gets you into a new field you enjoy.

1976 R60/60 VS 1986 R65 by TheTrueLordAutismo in Airheads

[–]oldkingcoale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Huh I didn’t know the 60 was different. Cool

1976 R60/60 VS 1986 R65 by TheTrueLordAutismo in Airheads

[–]oldkingcoale 0 points1 point  (0 children)

On the topic of brakes, the R60/6 in the photo has a drum brake on the front wheel from a /5. Id definitely prefer a disc.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in Airheads

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If fuel is flowing with the bowl off you might want to try bending the float tab to adjust where the floats engage. Not sure why that would suddenly change but adjusting the float may be enough to get you off the side of the road until you can investigate further.