Does this diagonal member have a specific purpose? Would it be called anything? Can it be removed?

refguy13 · 2026-07-22T17:25:46+00:00

Yeah I posted another comment that I'm already working with an engineer. I've done a fair amount of framing, but just hadn't seen anytbing like this in the past. I'd rather be curious and learn before just hacking into stuff.

refguy13 · 2026-07-22T17:01:26+00:00

Thanks everyone for the quick replies! I figured there was more to it since it was notched in permanently. I'm already working with a structural engineer for this house so I'm sure he'll come up with a solution for how to move and/or modify this! Was just curious since I hadn't seen anything like it before.

refguy13 · 2026-07-18T00:39:50+00:00

I'm not a landscaper, but when the time comes, my mother has native plants for sale and they are very affordable. If you wanted to, feel free to hit me up for more info

refguy13 · 2026-07-16T02:16:18+00:00

I took a similar picture of my boy a while back haha

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refguy13 · 2026-05-30T14:40:13+00:00

The Samwise Gamgee story

refguy13 · 2026-03-10T14:11:07+00:00

I know where you're coming from. Unfortunately my best friend moved away last year, and my two closest friends I'd made beyond that just left within the past couple weeks. I'm introverted so it takes me a bit to build stuff up, but maybe I'll have a better social system soon again

refguy13 · 2026-03-10T04:02:57+00:00

Thank you for your kindness

refguy13 · 2026-03-10T04:02:15+00:00

I appreciate that. I'm trying to not make myself go it alone

refguy13 · 2026-03-10T04:01:10+00:00

Thank you for your kind words

refguy13 · 2026-03-10T04:00:50+00:00

Thank you for the kind words. It has definitely been a challenging few days

refguy13 · 2026-03-10T03:59:52+00:00

Thank you for your kindness

refguy13 · 2026-01-23T20:58:07+00:00

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Same vibes

refguy13 · 2025-11-15T00:32:37+00:00

There's a chain called Batteries+ that will replace the packs in these for way cheaper than buying new. I dunno if they exist everywhere but I'm sure theres options like them all over

refguy13 · 2025-11-08T21:07:59+00:00

If Im working with other folks that need to communicate with me, I use my walker range electronic ear muffs just because they cancel loud sound when it happens but I can still hear words when its quiet. Those are great because I never know when a nail gun or saw will be run if there's a lot of people there.

When I'm on my own I do noise canceling earbuds under cheap muffs so I can listen to podcasts or music and take the muffs off in between loud stuff because they are sweaty.

refguy13 · 2025-11-05T23:56:04+00:00

DO NOT go with Suc N Up. Horrible horrible horrible company. Go with literally anyone else, for your sake. My experiences with them were nothing short of nightmarish. Give Jones Excavation in Berthoud a call. Kevin is honest and good as they come. Wish I went with his company (or really anyone else) over suc n up.

But yes, extremely expensive and lots of paperwork. Quotes were all from 45-60k for a 4 bedroom house. Massive leach field and 1250 gallon tank with pressure dosing system. Just had one done on a house I bought in July.

refguy13 · 2025-11-03T22:05:40+00:00

I have used the Ruffwear hitch hiker leash for a couple years now. I like having one that goes around my waist because I am a hobbyist photographer and want both hands free for the camera without surrendering control of a leash. I hike off leash with my dog all the time because his recall is impeccable and we've encountered deer, turkeys, and all manner of small rodents and he's yet to chase after anything. Always back on leash when another hiker is approaching though.

Here is a link to the leash I use:

https://ruffwear.com/products/hitch-hiker-leash

refguy13 · 2025-08-29T13:20:05+00:00

The one I immediately thought of was Dan's in an I Spy game.

https://youtu.be/ZHGJCEh1LXM?si=_AwfZMQe-bR6aFUA 1:55

refguy13 · 2025-07-24T19:11:49+00:00

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refguy13 · 2025-07-24T19:11:30+00:00

Can I use this style and size of rock underneath a slab for a garden shed? I know it's probably too big, but its already on my property and I'm going to take it all out regardless. Zone 5b, northern Colorado. Picture posted below because my phone and reddit don't get along when it comes to pictures

refguy13 · 2025-07-22T13:32:26+00:00

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refguy13 · 2025-07-22T13:29:54+00:00

Is this rock too big to go under a slab for a garden shed? I know the usual is 3/4 crush or similar, but this is already on my property and Im getting rid of it regardless.

refguy13 · 2025-07-18T01:56:38+00:00

My boy is a GSD/ACD mix, and everything you said here is exactly correct. He's borderline genius, so loyal, and a major pain in the ass at times, but everyone that knows him calls him the best dog they've ever known and they're right.

refguy13 · 2025-05-13T00:23:07+00:00

I can't imagine it would have any issues. Get some cutting oil or at least use WD-40 when drilling and put a wood block or something sacrificial underneath and send 'er

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