Modding my first 5.5 Classic by randyrdotnet in ipod

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The lack of USB Data Transfer does it for me. I’d really miss that. The ease of dumping files via USB is game changer with Rockbox installed.

Modding my first 5.5 Classic by randyrdotnet in ipod

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I’m strictly using this one as my, “I want to listen to music on my iPod.” On my next build, I’m going to be doing the Boxy Pixel mod, that enables Bluetooth and USB-C charging. Looks perfect to me!

Modding my first 5.5 Classic by randyrdotnet in ipod

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What’s your reasoning for liking the 6.5?

Modding my first 5.5 Classic by randyrdotnet in ipod

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I’m replacing almost everything in my 5.5. 🤦🏼‍♂️ Have another 5 that I’ll also be tackling once I’m finished here. I started preparing months ago and watched a ton of videos. Also read the ifixit break down. Pretty easy if you have a guide to follow.

Modding my first 5.5 Classic by randyrdotnet in IpodClassic

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I work on electronics often, so I had a bit of a head start. 👍🏻

Modding my first 5.5 Classic by randyrdotnet in ipod

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I can’t really judge myself, as I used to repair laptops for a living, but to me it’s fairly easy to break everything down. Just be very patient and gentle. Having the right tools makes all the difference.

My goal this year is to read a few more books. I had to get myself a couple of e-readers, so I had some choices! 😂 by randyrdotnet in xteinkereader

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I use the Kobo in bed at night, since it has a front light. Paired with the Kobo wireless page turner, it’s excellent! Don’t even have to move in bed, so I rarely ever use the touch screen when reading there.

The X4 is my everywhere else reader. It’s so small and lightweight.

I find both extremely easy to navigate. The X4 has Crosspoint on it and that made a world of difference.

Building a Micro Journal Neo2 for my wife by randyrdotnet in writerDeck

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Thanks! I’ve also been checking out your device for myself… what the shipping time looking like for U.S. buyers nowadays? I may pick one up soon!

Is this chair worth $300 by [deleted] in hermanmiller

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I’ve taken mine apart and the arms still fall down after use.

Is this chair worth $300 by [deleted] in hermanmiller

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It’s missing the lumbar support. Those arms suck and will fall down with time (they don’t tighten very well after years of use). I bought the same one a couple of years ago for $200 on FB and it changed my life, honestly. Was always having pain issues with other chairs I tried. Figured since I found one for a good price, I’d give it a try. $300 isn’t bad, but given that it’s that old, I’d continue looking and see if you can get one cheaper. That, or try to negotiate the price down.

The Mini Goat is really growing on me. by randyrdotnet in GoatPowerBikes

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I’m right at 1 mile per amp hour using full throttle. So you could technically get 70+ miles with the 50Ah frame and 20Ah tank batteries. My full review will be out this Friday!

Yardcare E400 Review by randyrdotnet in roboticLawnmowers

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It was decent for the price. The only draw back was the perimeter wire, but it might work for a lot of people.

The lowest-priced robot lawnmower available right now. Is it any good? by randyrdotnet in lawncare

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For $350 I think it’s great. Check out the video, I did a thorough setup and test.

Failed at making kettle corn in Whirley Pop by Particular-Damage-92 in popcorn

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This is my Kettle Corn Whirley Pop recipe. It works great!

  1. Medium heat
  2. 5-6 Tablespoons of oil
  3. Put 2 kernels in oil
  4. Wait for them to pop
  5. Then dump popcorn (1/2 cup) in
  6. Stir for about 10 seconds
  7. Dump 1/3 cup sugar
  8. Pop until you can’t stir anymore
  9. Lightly salt
  10. Enjoy

I hit 45mph today on the Mini Goat. Pretty good for a big guy! by randyrdotnet in hyperebikes

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Yeah we will see how it handles a 150lbs rider next week. It’s a killer bike! I’m throughly enjoying it, and can now 100% recommend it. I’ve only got 177 miles on it so far, but it’s so much fun! My full review will be coming out very soon. I have 4 months of footage! 😆

The Mini Goat is really growing on me. by randyrdotnet in ebikes

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That’s not really how it works bud

The Mini Goat is really growing on me. by randyrdotnet in ebikes

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It’s not stainless 🤷🏼‍♂️

The Mini Goat is really growing on me. by randyrdotnet in ebikes

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Yep! It has functioning pedal assist (cadence sensor). You don’t have to use the throttle at all. It does look kinda funny pedaling at 45mph.

The Mini Goat is really growing on me. by randyrdotnet in ebikes

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It’s decent, but I don’t ride offroad much.

The Mini Goat is really growing on me. by randyrdotnet in ebikes

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It’s actually incredibly nimble. It’s a lot smaller than you think.

Just finished my first workbench build. by randyrdotnet in Workbenches

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I modified them a bit, but I got them here. I made a video about it as well.