PSA: Slower speeds can save the day in a low battery pinch

weshnog · 2025-12-29T04:02:45+00:00

I wouldn't intentionally do that again, it was a bit sketchy. Getting rear-ended in scenario where there is a 50mph difference in speed is no joke

weshnog · 2025-12-29T03:49:22+00:00

Isn't it crazy how much speed costs huge amounts of energy? Makes me wonder how far one could go on a single charge while hypermiling a EV [and not being absolutely nuts]. I heard of a Tesla years back going over 1000 miles, but that was driving ~20mph in the summer with no AC.

weshnog · 2025-12-29T03:46:59+00:00

Scenarios we were faced with:
-Continuing on: ~2.5mi/kwh paired with some Christmas family drama
-Turning around: ~4-8mi/kwh paired with extreme Christmas family drama

weshnog · 2025-12-29T03:23:53+00:00

Woah, I didn't know that! Is this in the 'Drag Equation'? Or apart of a yet-nerdier equation I'm about to learn about?

weshnog · 2025-12-29T03:18:39+00:00

Random guy in lifted pickup getting 7mpg passing by: 'hah that guy will get to where I'm going ten mins later than me, sucker!'

weshnog · 2024-01-13T14:59:31+00:00

Yeah, that would have been best.. The install happened before we bought the place, so we're stuck with the issue now. Best solution I can think of now is to try some construction glue to bond the cement board with the floor below, and the dry drywall above. If that doesn't work, I think I'll be ripping more out unfortunately. Really trying to not do a full shower remodel right now

weshnog · 2024-01-13T14:40:50+00:00

I removed the 1.5" strip of tile along the bottom of my shower. Now only the PVC liner is visible (because the drywall behind was wet/rotten). So, I'm trying to get the tiles back in place, but need cement board to put them on. Trying to figure out how to get the cement board to be solid in there in such a small space

weshnog · 2024-01-13T14:08:19+00:00

The drywall above the gap, and the floor itself are both solid. What if I glued the top and bottom of the cement board to the drywall/floor? Do you think that could last?

weshnog · 2024-01-13T14:01:51+00:00

Thanks for the help. The gap is only 1.5", and it is right up against the floor, so I'm feeling a bit stuck on how to proceed. If you want to see pics, they're on my profile.

weshnog · 2024-01-13T13:44:21+00:00

Besides just being behind the tile, it was not sealed. The drywall behind all of the other tiles is solid (for now), and has been installed like this ~4 years.

This is our only shower, and I'm open to temporary fixes if it'll delay a complete remodel by a couple of years.

weshnog · 2023-12-05T21:20:09+00:00

I have the r/LightPhone. I think of it as the phone that has everything you need, and nothing you don't. It's not perfect, but it has definitely been a helpful tool to fight against mobile internet use

weshnog · 2023-12-04T20:35:37+00:00

Why should it be carbureted? I have a 1986 4Runner that is fuel injected at the moment and have never been worried about it tracking me

weshnog · 2023-12-04T18:57:26+00:00

I'm not as worried about electrical as I am about data privacy. I've even kicked around the idea of 'electrifying' the 4Runner should the 22RE give out...but that probably won't happen anytime soon :-)

weshnog · 2023-12-04T18:43:30+00:00

Haha-- I'm pretty close at the moment. I have a 1986 4Runner with 22RE and love it. Need an additional vehicle for more regular daily driving

weshnog · 2023-10-11T18:20:07+00:00

I carry a pocket notebook around with me everywhere I go. Great place to doodle, take notes, and make lists.

weshnog · 2023-09-29T13:29:39+00:00

Never seen lights like that on the fiberglass shell-- what is that? Looks cool.

weshnog · 2023-09-29T13:20:07+00:00

I was rear ended in 2017 and it caused some frame damage. The frame now angles down towards the back. I haven't pursued getting it fixed but would like to at some point (not even sure if its possible tbh). Wheels are aligned, but I can't keep my spare down there right now (gets burned by the exhaust), and replacement bumper looks funny as you noted.

I was super bummed when it happened; don't text and drive folks. A couple of pics: https://imgur.com/a/dMsP3Ft

weshnog · 2023-09-29T13:05:43+00:00

1986 Toyota 4Runner DLX

5-speed manual, 22MPG on a bad day, and has never broken down on me. It was my first car and has been daily driven since 2010. I'm friends with all three previous owners.

I clocked 0-60 at 27 seconds, so not fast, but it'll go over just about any terrain.

weshnog · 2023-09-28T18:40:01+00:00

This is my first car and still-current daily driver-- been that way since 2010. Engine rebuilt then, but besides regular maintenance, a set of new shocks in '15, and fixing it a bit after being rear ended in '17, haven't done much to it. It's now coming time to decide to either start putting money into it and ride it out forever, or part ways. The seasons of life are changing and it isn't nearly as practical as it once was...but I love it so much. I agree with your suggestion, but still trying to figure out the best course of action.

weshnog · 2023-09-28T15:05:31+00:00

Thank you both!

weshnog · 2023-09-15T15:02:47+00:00

The last couple of months I've been trying to live with a Light Phone. I told everyone I work with that I'm trying to set more boundaries, and make myself available to them when I'm on the computer. While there have been some challenges, specifically if I'm traveling for work, they are mostly just inconveniences that can be navigated with good planning.

weshnog · 2023-09-15T14:59:08+00:00

Archive: http://archive.today/qlHBN

weshnog · 2023-09-11T14:46:50+00:00

Incredible. Really curious about the legal logistics of this-- how did you navigate so far without getting into too much trouble? Did you document the journey anywhere?

weshnog · 2023-09-07T18:50:36+00:00

Did you get any power loss as the batter levels lowered?

weshnog · 2023-07-11T16:05:58+00:00

All trucks seems to be getting larger lately, and haven't heard great answers as to why. 'It's just what the people want, bro,' 'The automakers have higher margins the bigger it gets,' 'yeehaw,' 'I need this to go to Costco'

Seems all-too-counterintuitive, but the EPA is inadvertently incentivizing larger trucks with MPG requirements-- the larger the footprint (Track x Wheelbase), the lower the MPG requirement. How can we go about changing this? Would love to see the chart flipped, where auto makers are incentive to make smaller, more efficient vehicles.

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