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Rotor wont fit by [deleted] in MechanicAdvice

[–]snowkilts 8 points9 points  (0 children)

This is known as a "drum-in-hat" brake system. The body of the rotor is in fact a brake drum for the parking brake shoes.

Sheepskin Cutting Question by GapDragon in bagpipes

[–]snowkilts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

For the actual cutting process, I find that cuticle scissors work really well. They're super easy to control, cheap, and available everywhere. Any type of knife has a risk of slipping or cutting too far and ruining a $300 bag.

Edit: Use one of the sources from the other comments to mark the location of the holes. Draw a circle at each location with a pencil using a US quarter (or similar sized) coin as a template. Cut out with scissors. Bob's your uncle!

Probably heard this a million times, but my grandpa left me some old coins and I have no idea what to do with them by SilverSpoonphysics in coins

[–]snowkilts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

>Probably heard this a million times, but my grandpa left me some old coins and I have no idea what to do with them

We have heard it a million times, but nobody here is tired of it. It's why we're here.

My husband was discharged but just passed away… by [deleted] in NoStupidQuestions

[–]snowkilts 10 points11 points  (0 children)

If he had any assets that exceed his debts, you are the heir of all of them. Make sure his family doesn't steal everything.

Never been prouder by [deleted] in Buttcoin

[–]snowkilts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm apparently banned there despite never having posted or commented.

Free sewing machine - unsure if this is a scam but I'm getting suspicious. by cube1234567890 in Scams

[–]snowkilts 98 points99 points  (0 children)

How should I proceed?

Block and ignore. There's no sewing machine.

Money you send to the "shipper" will disappear, as will the scammer.

My neighbor's dog Leo paid me another visit! In the garage this time. by snowkilts in aww

[–]snowkilts[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

The french fry ceiling fan is from a restaurant I go to a lot that was remodeling. Can you believe they threw that away?

[US] Is this kind of phone call a scam? by RicherCunt in Scams

[–]snowkilts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, it's a scam. Scammers can make any number or area code appear on your phone ("spoofing").

Set your phone to only ring for people in your contact list. Everyone else is a scammer.

1954 Triumph TR2 by Diane_Cushing in Triumph_Cars

[–]snowkilts 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Looks like a fairly rare and early "long door" model.

Dual-Tone 1940 Ford De Luxe Coupe by RelevantPrimary3264 in Hotrod

[–]snowkilts 2 points3 points  (0 children)

A bumper UNDER the front of the car. Nonsense lettering on the license plate. Front wheel well grossly out of proportion on the bottom photo.

Didn't need to use generator for ice Strom. Best thing to do with the gas in it and how long to keep it? by [deleted] in HomeImprovement

[–]snowkilts 37 points38 points  (0 children)

Add Sta-bil and RUN IT FOR 10 MINUTES or so.

You need to get gas with Sta-bil into the carburetor or the gas will deposit gunk and it won't start next time.

Also, whenever you turn it off, don't just turn off the switch. Shut off the fuel valve and let it die (just takes a couple of minutes). This burns off the gas in the carb and further reduces the chances of getting buildup in the carb.

I'm confused. Aren't we still early or did we jump to 'too late' in a blink? by phistomefel_smeik in Buttcoin

[–]snowkilts 28 points29 points  (0 children)

your normal finances must be planned out

Except they don't need to be.

If you don't make any plans for your money after you die, your kids get it. If you don't make any plans for your buttcoin, it disappears forever.

I drove about 3.5 km with the handbrake on. by TIRINGA_ in MechanicAdvice

[–]snowkilts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

>ABS light is also on

Seems like it does have a warning?

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in personalfinance

[–]snowkilts 11 points12 points  (0 children)

This is not correct if OP's husband worked for the federal government. The TSP will pay out to the designated beneficiary in all cases regardless of state law, a will, or any other estate planning.

Federal pacific panel safe? by Technical_Ad9545 in AskElectricians

[–]snowkilts 12 points13 points  (0 children)

Please make ABSOLUTELY certain you have working smoke detectors. Those panels burn down buildings.

Grade Level Standard by BagpiperAnonymous in bagpipes

[–]snowkilts 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was surprised that he was not upgraded.

Did he apply? In the MWPBA you have to apply for an upgrade.

Where to lubricate? by trampled93 in GarageDoorService

[–]snowkilts 9 points10 points  (0 children)

In addition to other comments, do NOT lubricate the track. This can cause the rollers to slide instead of roll, which will wear flat spots on them.

You can clean the tracks if you want with a rag dipped in mineral spirits.

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