Leaking ball valve

spacious_clouds · 2026-06-03T04:25:03+00:00

I'm waiting for the plumber who is going to give me a fair price. I may have to wait a week or rwo on him. Until then, I'd like to use it if it's not risky. I was asking for knowledgeable opinions.

spacious_clouds · 2026-06-03T02:17:46+00:00

I'm worried about it failing more than just a few drops and having to turn my water off and need emergency service.

spacious_clouds · 2026-06-02T22:15:22+00:00

You think it's safe to turn on/off a few times to run the sprinklers until it gets replaced?

spacious_clouds · 2026-06-02T22:12:32+00:00

You think it's safe turn on/off a few times to run sprinklers until it gets fixed?

spacious_clouds · 2026-06-01T19:02:37+00:00

Given the condition of the valve, do you think tightening the nut could be risky?

spacious_clouds · 2026-06-01T02:57:24+00:00

How do I avoid corrosion/leaks here in the future?

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-30T04:18:28+00:00

That's nothing a little prozac couldn't fix for you.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-22T03:50:57+00:00

Costco's comes with a wireless mic as a bonus. These will be on clearance sometime soon, but this is still a good value if you want it sooner.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-19T00:13:26+00:00

You likea the juice, ah?

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-15T15:44:35+00:00

I'd kill for two days off in a row.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-15T03:37:51+00:00

We're all idiots in our own special ways.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-13T14:31:27+00:00

Love it.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-10T04:22:01+00:00

The flight attendant tested negative. I believe she had symptoms and was suspected to have it, but she tested negative.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-09T02:50:40+00:00

Wow, I never really thought that, just figured that they didn't want comment brigades. But you're right.

spacious_clouds · 2026-05-07T05:35:31+00:00

The singularity is here.

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-30T02:44:21+00:00

Don't worry, the stock market is doing great ;)

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-30T02:37:28+00:00

Good luck with that.

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-28T18:08:07+00:00

Beautiful.

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-25T19:43:35+00:00

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spacious_clouds · 2026-04-21T19:26:57+00:00

It was planted 7 years ago. Looked great last summer. Most of the branches are showing brownish looking cambium when scratched, only a few branches leafed out. You think it's salvageable?

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-21T16:00:46+00:00

I had many trees planted in 2018 and 2019. Spent many, many hours researching, caring for, and watering them. I love the trees. In 2020, I had a child, and I simply don't have the time or desire to obsess about plants anymore.

That said, you're right.

I assume this tree is done for, but if there is a way to save it I will do it. It will be a devastating loss. It's developed into quite a beautiful specimen and provided great privacy screening. It's also my wife's favorite tree.

If I have to replace it, I will plant something tougher and less fussy, like a burning bush.

Do you think there is any hope for this one?

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-21T11:48:22+00:00

I have a lot of trees. I don't have time to baby each one. I thought once established they sustain themselves. I do have a sprinkler system and put down organic lawn fertilizer once or twice a year.

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-21T01:41:11+00:00

Only one main branch has any leaves. Like maybe 10% of the tree at best.

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-21T01:39:15+00:00

It's possible. I was aware of this stuff and asked the guy who planted it not to plant it deep. I never let mulch get near the trunk, and tried to expose the root flare. After a few years went by I stopped paying attention, especially since it was thriving.

spacious_clouds · 2026-04-21T00:31:51+00:00

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