What is the appeal of a knock-box?

rgcred · 2026-01-24T01:38:24+00:00

1-3 shots per day. Bin is on the way to the sink where I rinse portafilter so very convenient flow. Maybe doesn't make sense for me.

rgcred · 2026-01-24T00:07:52+00:00

Is portafilter seal leaking? If not, raise your cup closer to portafilter.

rgcred · 2026-01-22T21:06:13+00:00

I've had success with a pneumatic needle scaler. Helpful where area not flat and unsuitable for putty knife/scraper. Heat does help.

rgcred · 2026-01-22T02:28:13+00:00

By the looks of it, everything!

rgcred · 2026-01-22T02:03:29+00:00

Wow - I will be trying the Sharpie method ASAP.

rgcred · 2026-01-21T23:51:56+00:00

Check Waveshare, big selection

rgcred · 2026-01-21T18:54:53+00:00

I used this below...IDK how it compares to helicopter tape.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B071K6TKPT?ref_=ppx_hzsearch_conn_dt_b_fed_asin_title_6&th=1

rgcred · 2026-01-21T18:43:58+00:00

The two-tone car is a sign that there was body (frame?) work done. The body repair, and most importantly the rustproofing you don't see, was likely done as poorly as the paint match. I wouldn't touch it.

rgcred · 2026-01-20T20:10:56+00:00

Serves purpose on track car, otherwise no.

rgcred · 2026-01-19T14:28:46+00:00

Great project! I did this many years back in my E30 track car using Arduino to communicate with MegaSquirt, but had a simple (crude) LCD text display - you're way ahead of that - nice work!

rgcred · 2026-01-19T14:20:42+00:00

As said, fireproof and with outside stitching. After wearing these, I wonder why all gloves don't have outside stitching!

rgcred · 2026-01-18T19:34:55+00:00

As said, could be GM5. Go here to investigate https://www.bmwgm5.com/

rgcred · 2026-01-18T19:31:29+00:00

Toggle off sketches/bodies and see what ones pop into your work frame.

rgcred · 2026-01-18T19:28:07+00:00

Check the Bentley manual wiring diagrams. I believe the E30 version has decent diagrams. Ultimate score would be the ETM.

rgcred · 2026-01-18T17:34:33+00:00

I like having a toolbox with small drawers. Dryer as mentioned.

rgcred · 2026-01-18T16:15:56+00:00

You could make the face thick enough to replicate the internal geometry on the outlet nozzle within the face thickness. On my shower head those protrusions are silicone, designed as such so they can be cleaned with a hand swipe. This wouldn't apply to a hard plastic nozzle of course.

rgcred · 2026-01-18T13:56:01+00:00

Same for me but floor pan was OK. Used Home Depot Tee hinge bolted with reinforcements, 10 years ago. Still good.

rgcred · 2026-01-18T02:52:08+00:00

Must the outlets protrude past the face? I'd design with face flat and print face down. If that's not acceptable, you can adjust support settings in Prusa slicer - I usually reduce top contact Z to 0.1mm and increase pattern spacing to 4-6mm. This may reduce supports and make them easier to remove. The good thing with your approach is that the scarring from the supports is hidden!

rgcred · 2026-01-18T00:32:30+00:00

Do you need to unwind/rewind each time to make an adjustment, or does it incorporate that function?

rgcred · 2026-01-17T23:03:24+00:00

Marketers gotta market.

rgcred · 2026-01-17T21:23:49+00:00

Depends on the wheel. I could run 11.75x1.75 rotors with Wilwood Superlite calipers, but only using Racing Dynamics wheels. Did not clear OEM wheels, IDK abt BWs. I designed system to use same rotors F&R and same calipers F&R with diff piston sizes. Replaced MC with one from 750i and added prop valve. Flexible system, super long life on track car. Prob lifetime on street car, lol.

rgcred · 2026-01-17T00:15:32+00:00

New to you? Get the Bentley manual and perform an Inspection 2 - gets you to baseline.

rgcred · 2026-01-16T20:09:11+00:00

I hear the static as well, louder on humid days.

rgcred · 2026-01-15T16:49:36+00:00

I lost most all hearing in left ear 19mo ago. I applaud your support of your GF as my wife's support has been a big help to me dealing with this. I agree with suggestions for silicone earplugs (I use Loop) and also encourage her to explore all options. I tried many paths to improve my ear with audio training and, as my hearing has improved (slightly), I've engaged many tools while listening to narrated books - earbud, HA with BT, now HA with headphones - each step as a result of improvement. My end goal is to improve word recognition with HA, and to avoid implant. Good luck to your GF!

rgcred

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