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18 hours ago, SwampNut said:
For everyone else, this is reference to the "skin" filament I got from China which is "SLIGHTLY" pale...
True but your not exactly an Irish red head either. 😃
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1 hour ago, 02XXCA said:
It was a rental from Rideshare.
OK. I guess the memory was off.
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Was that the bike you bought on the east coast (from someone here?) and rode it home?
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2 hours ago, SwampNut said:
The guy who did that seems to not want to give me his colored file.
That's African American buddy. 😉
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Both are great but the top one looks super handy.
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10 hours ago, SwampNut said:
and have considered the hydraulic one for very specific needs that likely don't apply to you.
What are the advantages of the hydraulic?
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11 hours ago, SwampNut said:
But you didn't iron it.
The wife wasn't home? 😀
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1 hour ago, BigMig said:
Hey All,
Disconnected the XX (2000 model) from the trickle charger, pushed out of my garage, turned the key and no FI sound. FI light stays on... The cycle won't start and I have no idea what to do.
I'm not very mechanical but would like your ideas on what might be going on.
Thanks in advance.
Mike in Lansdowne, PA
The very first thing to check is the battery. Yes, they can die even on a trickle charger, it just happened to me about three weeks ago on my SUV that doesn't get driven much. If you don't have a way to check it, take the battery to any auto parts place (NAPA, Advanced Auto, etc.) and ask them to check it for you. They will do it for free. Let us know what you find.
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3 hours ago, SwampNut said:
You need new sources for medical info.
Losing weight doesn’t inherently make you weaker, but it can if the process involves significant muscle loss or inadequate nutrition. Strength depends on muscle mass, training, and energy availability. Here’s a breakdown:
Calorie Deficit and Muscle Loss: Weight loss often requires a calorie deficit, which can lead to muscle breakdown if protein intake is too low or exercise isn’t prioritized. Studies show that without resistance training, up to 25% of weight lost can be muscle, reducing strength.
Exercise Matters: Incorporating strength training during weight loss preserves muscle and maintains or even improves strength. Research indicates that resistance training can offset muscle loss in a deficit, keeping you strong.
Nutrition Impact: Insufficient protein or overall calories can impair performance, making you feel weaker. Aim for 0.7–1g of protein per pound of body weight daily to support muscle retention.
Rapid Weight Loss: Crash diets or extreme cuts (e.g., for sports) can deplete glycogen, reduce energy, and temporarily lower strength. Gradual loss (0.5–1% body weight per week) minimizes this.
Body Composition: Losing fat while maintaining muscle can make you relatively stronger, as you’re moving less body weight. For example, a leaner athlete may perform better in bodyweight exercises like pull-ups.
Context matters—athletes cutting weight for competition might feel weaker temporarily, while someone losing fat methodically with proper training often doesn’t. If you’re losing weight and feeling weak, check your protein, training, and calorie balance. Want me to dig into any specific aspect, like a sport or diet plan?
Not reading but real life experience. Do you think you could bench press the same amount of weight now as when you were much heavier?
I never stopped lifting as I lost weight but my bench press went down and believe me, meat was not the thing I cut out but carbs. There is a reason there are weight classes in weight lifting.
Scott mentioned he is stronger now after loosing weight but if he had worked out then like he does now, he would have been able to lift more before.
In no way do I think it is better to be heavier just to be stronger and even more so as you age but just stating the facts for me. The reason I lost weight to begin with is because my hip was bothering me so much I could barely walk around a store. After weight loss that all went away.
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3 hours ago, SwampNut said:
This is bullshit, so I stopped reading there and recommend you do the same. Just a scan over the rest and it's bullshit too. This is some clickbait hit piece probably funded by companies that profit from people eating garbage and being fat. They are panicking.
The muscle loss was the part that caught my attention and thought I would run it by you. I know just losing weight alone makes you weaker.
I lost 65 lbs. in 2008 and have been lifting weights since junior high, the weight loss does affect muscle strength and it seems even worse as you age. So, I just wondered about this product.
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Great job! It takes a lot of commitment to do what you did and are doing.
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2 hours ago, DaveK said:
Same for me... almost everyone I have spoken to have either stopped the drug or reduced the dose because of side affects. Do I have slight side affects, sure. But absolutely nothing that has even remotely made me consider stopping.
Tummy ache for an hour. Injection site soreness. Maybe slight depression (don't really experience this anymore)
No shitting problems, not massive aches, cramps, headaches... nothing. BUT.... I drink a metric shit ton of water and take 8 fiber pills a day. I also eat clean and healthy 85% of the time. No alcohol too. So... I am sure and have been told this definitely has something to do with my success.
I would have to agree that your super clean life style has a lot to do with your success and would think that the vast majority of users wouldn't do that.
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Was reading this on a site targeted for people over 50. They talked about the pros of using these drugs but here are some of the negatives they talked about.
- Muscle Loss Is a Big Deal: These meds can help you shed pounds—about 19 pounds with Ozempic, 27 with Wegovy, or 45 with Mounjaro in a year. But here’s the kicker: 40% of that weight loss is muscle, including heart muscle. For us, losing muscle means a higher risk of falls, frailty, and even weaker bones. Dr. Rob says muscle is “the currency of longevity,” and I couldn’t agree more—keeping strong is key to staying active and independent.
- Side Effects Can Be Rough: Over 70% of people on these drugs deal with nausea, vomiting, or other tummy troubles. That’s why 50% quit within three months and 70% within a year. Only 23% feel fine, and many report feeling wiped out, which is the last thing we need when we’re trying to keep up with grandkids or hit the hiking trail.
- Weight Rebound: The weight loss stops after the first year, and if you quit, you often gain it back unless you’ve got a solid lifestyle plan. Dr. Rob’s perspective is about setting you up for success, not just a quick fix.
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These meds absolutely have their place, but they’re not a magic wand. Let’s talk about how we can boost GLP-1 naturally and feel amazing without the downsides.
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Samuel Jackson?
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On 5/20/2025 at 4:33 AM, Zero Knievel said:
Likely can’t hurt to try.
Well, did you?
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6 hours ago, Zero Knievel said:
Success. I had to dismount the fan motor then keep switching off and on until it stopped working. Gently started to rotate fan cage, and it started right up. Bad motor. I can pick up a replacement at AutoZone, and I don't need to worry about the relay because I heard it clicking when the fan wasn't engaging. Only issue is that the OEM gasket between the motor and housing isn't available...so I need a replacement material. I suppose a strip of foam rubber can do the job.
Make sure you try the new motor just like you did with the old one before mounting it.
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3 hours ago, SwampNut said:
I requested reduced sedation and was able to remember the whole process, but didn't have any anxiety about it.
Why would you request reduced sedation? If I have work done at the dentist, I'm always hoping they double the Novocain. 😉
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47 minutes ago, jon haney said:
I had never heard of Moringa. Guess I will do some research.
I'm not sure I would use Moringa for general knee type issues (just my uneducated opinion) but if the stuff you are using now is working, keep using it. You can check the what is in it and the amounts to see if another brand would be cheaper.
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So did you use the new needles?
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You do know there is a blower resistor in the system right? Usually they start failing only on one or two fan speeds but I guess it may be possible that it or the connection to be failing. I'm not saying that is your problem but another place to look.
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Yes, those look like two different needles. First I would check to make sure you got the correct kit for your bike.
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6 hours ago, jon haney said:
Given how long chickens have been walking the planet, and humans have been eating their babies, with rampant diabetes being relatively new, I think you can understand my skepticism. Perhaps the real problem is something more modern? Plus, results rarely apply to everyone. However, everyone does have an agenda. Even scientists and doctors.
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I have eaten a LOT of eggs my whole life (sometimes 3 or 4 a day) and the last I checked, I was still alive and no sugar issues. While I have backed off eating so many only because of the possible cholesterol connection, there is no way I fully believe this below without something else being involved.
QuoteEating just a single egg a week appeared to increase the odds of diabetes by 76 percent. Two eggs a week appeared to double the odds, and just a single egg a day tripled the odds.
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1 hour ago, jon haney said:
Does the back of the label tell what's in it?
I've been taking this for almost 2 months now. A little pricey, but it was rated #1 (by some org), and my knees do feel much better.
Like Swamp said, it's just Moringa, if you click the link you can read the full label.
On and off I take Bi Flex if the other joints start to get a little cranky. I buy it when coupons show up and a half dose (one pill) seems like enough.
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2 hours ago, SwampNut said:
It's interesting that it took you a really long time to formulate that reply.
I think.
Did it really take him that long or was that just your perception? 😃
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Think I might need a head gasket...
in The Garage
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If the oil and coolant isn't mixing, just top it off and keep an eye on it. You could put compressed air in each cylinder and listen for sounds but it might be just what Joe said.