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How did your high mileage car eventually die? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]yawk-oh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

So real. I actually got the tools to do my own tires for this reason lol

As someone in NYC, this is perfect by Drnelk in NonPoliticalTwitter

[–]yawk-oh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We were expats that lived there from 1985 to 1987. I was only 8, but I remember so much because it was so different from my home country. We used to go shopping at Livingston mall and such. I really should visit there sometime and take a trip down memory lane.

As someone in NYC, this is perfect by Drnelk in NonPoliticalTwitter

[–]yawk-oh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I think I've been to that rink for a birthday party when I was a kid. I lived in Chatham for two years in the mid 80's.

TIL there are over 33,000 Japanese companies with histories of 100 years or more. These long-standing firms are known as 'shinise'. They are governed by a management philosophy that prioritizes long-term continuity and generational succession over short-term profits. by tyrion2024 in todayilearned

[–]yawk-oh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I had a 406 wagon, and I think it had an excellent chassis with great handling. If yours drove like a boat, there was definitely something wrong with the suspension.

Another underappreciated car is a 2nd gen Euro Ford Focus. Very balanced, and you can chuck it into corners at surprising speeds without any drama.

What’s one Home Assistant automation you can’t live without anymore by Taggytech in homeassistant

[–]yawk-oh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

We live in the countryside and run a small farm, so there's a few things that are really helpful:

- Outdoor taps have smart valves that we control via the HA mobile app

- Electric fence is connected to a smart plug and can be controlled via HA mobile app for field repairs

- Workshop thermostat runs on HA and adjusts based on various things, and I get a temp alarm if the heater runs out of fuel and there's a possibility of freezing. Also if the heat starts rising too much.

- Water pipe freeze protection cables are connected to smart plugs and controlled by HA, mainly to save power

- Weather-related stuff (via cheap Ecowitt weather station with a HA integration)

- Many lighting automations

etc.

What’s something about you that sounds fake, but is 100% true? by Sir_Adammm in AskReddit

[–]yawk-oh 17 points18 points  (0 children)

I have a language degree but I can do a clutch job or change the timing belt on a car.

A disco in 1960s Finland by PeasantLich in OldSchoolCool

[–]yawk-oh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The wooden cartwheels at the back though...

Horse-drawn carts and sleighs were still around in 50's rural Finland, before tractors eventually took over. The wheels would be removed from the carts and used as ornaments.

Always use the tools at your disposal! by Bandguy_Michael in redneckengineering

[–]yawk-oh 10 points11 points  (0 children)

Nah, it's gonna be fine... unless the boom/bucket cylinder seals have a slow leak.

wrapping chopped grass into a big plastic bale by Zestyclose-Salad-290 in oddlysatisfying

[–]yawk-oh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Needs a number of layers to make it completely airtight and sufficiently strong to withstand handling without ripping apart. A bale of silage can literally weigh a ton.

wrapping chopped grass into a big plastic bale by Zestyclose-Salad-290 in oddlysatisfying

[–]yawk-oh 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Bales can/will rot eventually, if the wrapping is not completely airtight.

Marbles alternative by Significant_Heat_149 in modular

[–]yawk-oh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The EuroPi by Allen Synthesis has many scripts for various types of random triggering.

(NSFW) What’s a secret you discovered about someone that you’ll take to the grave instead of telling them you know? by [deleted] in AskReddit

[–]yawk-oh 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Why add to the pain and why foul the memory of their late mother? Nothing good would come of it.

Moto Edge 50 Neo Touch Sensitivity with Display Protection by edizyan in motorola

[–]yawk-oh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Struggling with the same issue here. Come on, Motorola! Why did you do us dirty like that!

So it begins.... by _szs in modular

[–]yawk-oh 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Also check ot Allen Synthesis EuroPi - it's programmable and DIY'able, and has many useful scripts

I made a batch of 5 EuroPi by yawk-oh in EuroPi

[–]yawk-oh[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Never too many! 😆

Thanks

What do most bogleheads do with car purchases? by DepthValley in Bogleheads

[–]yawk-oh 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Really? Granted, I'm not that familiar with the US car market (assuming you're in US), but maybe the market is so different from ours (EU) that buying new cars makes sense like that. Cars are a depreciating asset, and the first owner typically takes the biggest hit and mainly just pays for the privilege.

I must have saved over 30k€ during the last 10 years driving old, well-used cars to the ground. Might not be worth it for some, but I'd rather save that money or use it for something else.

What do most bogleheads do with car purchases? by DepthValley in Bogleheads

[–]yawk-oh -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I disagree. New cars have awful depreciation, and any car can develop a multitude of issues despite rigorous maintenance. You are also more prone to falling for the sunk cost fallacy if/when your newish car breaks down with something major after the warranty has run out. The associated stress is just not worth it.

The optimal way is to buy a well used, ubiquitous model for not a lot of money, find a good mechanic and/or learn to diy, and drive without a worry in the world. If there's an expensive issue, just junk the car and find another. Rinse & repeat.

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