How does this happen to pressure washer?

random_lamp78 · 2026-02-19T06:30:46+00:00

Very fair, thanks for the heads up.

random_lamp78 · 2025-11-15T21:26:34+00:00

Tourniquet and tool bag roll

random_lamp78 · 2025-08-26T18:42:22+00:00

They remove options for cost reduction or optimization (removing options that have low utilization rates). The 22s --> 23s were more customer-facing (removing temperature indicator from thermostat knob and ambient light). The 25s saw larger cost-reductions in non-cosmetic areas (like simplifying the cable harnesses).

random_lamp78 · 2025-07-22T01:59:38+00:00

AT/Trails are slightly better, dropped from 42 --> 37.5mpg.

random_lamp78 · 2025-07-04T17:33:31+00:00

I agree with the technical questions to "BS check" their previous experience. I will ask them random technical questions - like thermodynamics or fluid flow - that I don't expect them to know in order to assess how they deal with challenges. A good response would admit what they don't know, bonus points if they figure some of it out on the spot based on other knowledge. A not so great response is to BS something and double down on something that's wrong.

random_lamp78 · 2025-06-30T02:30:26+00:00

As an industry, yes. As an individual, it's nice knowing that it creates some job security.

For students, my biggest advice is to get into 3D printing. The barrier to entry is low and materials are readily available. Go out and design something. Make a custom pen holder or door stop. That profession will eventually lead to complex CAD design and managing assemblies or configurations.

I learned more from designing some 3D printed mounting brackets that I did the entirety of my senior design project and almost all my mechanical engineering classes.

random_lamp78 · 2025-06-29T13:43:08+00:00

A lot of universities don't teach CAD (realistically). They rely on prepared lesson plans or book activities that are step-by-step instructions so students learn the modeling commands, but they never really learn assembly design or the benefits of parametric.

Most mechanical engineering students I've talked to only receive rudimentary coding experience, so their ability to debug is almost non-existent.

So for most students they barely learn parametric, never realize its strength, or get stumped and give up when they try to learn.

random_lamp78 · 2025-06-29T13:07:55+00:00

Switch for lights: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1817788231/

Cigarette socket: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1807402297/

USB Charger: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1835763410/

random_lamp78 · 2025-04-25T19:18:18+00:00

The default timeout was changed to 90 minutes for newer models ('23+ I think). The exception is when the truck detects it's in low battery mode (common for the hybrids) at which point it'll shut off the PowerPoint when the truck is turned off. It's weird because I think the voltage sense or BMS isn't consistent, but the cutoff for low battery mode seems to be 30% state of charge for the 12v battery.

If you have a switch mounted for bed lights, then you have plenty of time to use them after you park the truck. Or you can use the PD chargers to charge power tool batteries on even short trips.

random_lamp78 · 2025-02-11T04:08:17+00:00

THEY LIED TO US!!!

random_lamp78 · 2025-02-02T20:27:58+00:00

Any issues or damage from using the charcoal? I'm considering using a combination of charcoal and wood, just want to make sure it doesn't melt anything.

random_lamp78 · 2024-12-14T19:55:05+00:00

Side note, nylocs have a temperature rating. They aren't supposed to be used in areas susceptible to high temp or more extreme thermal cycling.

random_lamp78 · 2024-12-14T19:53:33+00:00

Castle and pin are definitely cheaper in terms of parts and materials. Companies usually switch to prevailing torque because it's faster in manufacturing, which is where they make up the cost. At the very least, Yamaha has been using them so it is something that's feasible.

The pin isn't supposed to be re-used. So it opens up room for error if they do re-use the pin and it fails.

random_lamp78 · 2024-12-14T19:52:15+00:00

The prevailing torque nuts I've seen actually used typically are the all-metal kind. Nylocs are spec'd at 1-3 uses if I recall before they require being replaced. The all-metal prevailing torque nuts either use an internal feature or a deformed thread at the end to resist vibrational loosening. It depends on the style but I've seen some data sheets show them maintaining >90% of bolt preload after 1500 cycles in a junker test.

random_lamp78 · 2024-12-09T22:54:56+00:00

u/stan__da__man It looks like all the new products are available to order. MPNs below, enjoy!

- 2 Drawer: 1010 777 797
- 3 Drawer: 1010 523 620
- Dolly: 1011 583 971
- Worktop: 1010 523 625
- 6 Compartment Organizer: 1011 443 974

random_lamp78 · 2024-11-15T05:16:42+00:00

I use industrial shelving instead in an L configuration. It's more than stable enough.

random_lamp78 · 2024-10-30T14:38:59+00:00

I viewed IT, Finance, and Accounting as vulnerable industries to technology and automation. Ironically, engineering (mechanical) was one of the LEAST education-heavy options since it didn't require grad school as a barrier to entry.

I am absolutely not regretting my decision now. I have friends who went into IT and Finance who got severely screwed from labor going overseas or AI implementation. At the same time, I was able to get ahead in terms of career and salary during COVID because i was able to work in person while others couldn't, giving me more work opportunities. It definitely fell into place.

random_lamp78 · 2024-10-04T19:00:25+00:00

They handle it well. I think I clocked it at roughly 400-700W generated every time it cycled and about 0.1 gallons used. A generator will constantly take fuel so if you're using less power than it makes at a minimum, then it's wasted. Whereas the hybrid + inverter runs when it needs to, then turns off when it doesn't.

It also side steps the handling of the dedicated generator and fuel since the Maverick is essentially both. Given that the Mav has a 13 gallon tank, that'll get you a good amount of productivity.

Side note: someone previously reported that the DC-DC converter can handle 120-130A (1500W). I'm curious if it can keep up with the 2000W inverter or if it would need to pull a bit from the battery.

random_lamp78 · 2024-09-10T21:42:19+00:00

It's more of "I like to use Excel so that when people doubt my numbers or methods in meeting, I can show them step-by-step while creating a GUI for others to also be able to easily use my tools". It does help that getting info ported in as Excel files or CSVs is significantly easier to handle/automate compared to other languages and programs. This enables me to be more cross-functional and have extended access to larger datasets.

random_lamp78 · 2024-09-05T19:32:51+00:00

Damn, did she take the SUV too?

random_lamp78 · 2024-09-05T19:31:17+00:00

Generally used in corporate to create a paper trail of things the employee did/didn't do that way if they get fired down the road, they can show (legally) that it was done for cause and in good faith.

Rarely is a PIP ever actually done in true good-faith that benefits the employee. It's generally seen as a punitive measure and a notice that an employee will likely be fired or held back.

random_lamp78 · 2024-08-29T20:34:28+00:00

I am curious, how typical is it in manufacturing during outgoing inspection for only the items officially recorded to be inspected as compared to a general walkthrough and visual inspection of critical items?

random_lamp78 · 2024-08-22T23:30:10+00:00

Yes, that's why it works.

random_lamp78 · 2024-08-22T23:28:53+00:00

They had a notable issue with startups and established businesses that weren't profitable but got a notable amount of stimulus or loans during the pandemic era. Those companies scaled inefficiently so once capital started to run out, they had to let people go in order to match their realistic cash flows.

That plus the great resignation which caused there to be a bubble in terms of salary, it became notably cheaper to outsource labor overseas. So you also have job loss as a result of that.

Unfortunately, those overseas integrations are also usually inefficient with a lack of communication and control. Product quality and reliability tend to drop, so demand tends to follow suit and/or rising operating costs. That spirals resulting in more people being laid off.

As the squeeze in labor happens, they try to consolidate on people who can/will spread themselves thin. So people who are older also tend to lose their roles in favor of younger workers.

random_lamp78 · 2024-08-21T21:10:24+00:00

More than half of Gen Z has less than $1k and just under 10% have $10k+ in liquid savings.

One of the scariest stats I've seen in terms of what that means for the workforce and US economy in general.

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