SwampNut

Funny, I'd meant to mention the enlargement ability, and forgot. Without chattering, wandering, or trying to kill you. As far as where to buy...um...duh? https://www.amazon.com/Norseman-22903-16-Hi-Molybdenum-29-Piece/dp/B08X95SCT7?source=ps-sl-shoppingads-lpcontext&ref_=fplfs&smid=A1AUFI5NHGNZ61&th=1

http://www.norsemandrill.com/Vortex-Point-Mechanics.php Pretty much a miracle drill bit. They can cut in anything with zero drama. You don't get fucked up holes in sheet metal, no plastic cracking or rough edges, steel doesn't need pre-drilling, and it cuts stupid things like cardboard. Which sounds dumb, but I use cardboard for templates regularly and want to have good holes in it. And likewise, for durable/reusable templates, I like thin plastic, but regular bits often catch. Wood doesn't push out and splinter off the back side. Etc etc, so many benefits. I bought the largest kit, 29pc. Ultra Dex Mechanics Length Set, and am glad I did. I reach for those middle-size bits all the time. A little extra fastener clearance for tolerance issues, or drilling for metrics and finding that they are not matched to the normal SAE sizes. Just get it. @IcePrick shows up at my house one day, sees them, and says he just bought a set. Hope he adds his thoughts on them here. Unsupported hole in 26 gauge, just free air drilling.

You misspelled arc flash suit and Nomex. But yeah, I'll have the full face grinder shield on. I've run very small and thin aluminum before, this is just my first one of substance.

Sorry, no idea what that means. I'm putting a plate between the OEM mount, and the Givi quick-release mount plate. The Givi part is only about 1/3 attached to the bike plate, by the time you account for space for the backrest and the passenger's back armor. It has to be way back. Green is the plastic Givi plate, black is the bike and its steel plate. Red is what I am making and adding to stop the plastic flex.

My last attempt at using my small plasma on 1/4 aluminum was not good, because it loses heat so fast. The edges of this will be somewhat visible so I'd like them to be clean, and also minimize hours of cleaning up edges. I'm even thinking about edging it on my carbide-equipped jointer, but that's more sketchy, maybe. Aluminum table saw blades have slightly different tooth shapes, and do run slower. Yet, the only "don't do this" I could find about using a wood saw was from...the maker of aluminum saws... So far I can't find anything saying I will die. Edit to add: It will be clamped on my Incra miter sled, and fingers far from the cut and the piece.

German word for brazier, I know. The way that my top case attaches to the OEM plate leaves a lot of plastic hanging unsupported, so it bounces a lot. I saw it when I swapped bikes and rode behind my own, and I noticed this on Joe's XX too. Now I can't unsee it, and it bothers me a lot. Perhaps unwarranted, or perhaps a real potential problem, particularly since I'll put 30 pounds of groceries in it and I think it's rated for like 15 pounds. So.... Yes, 1/4 is probably overkill, which is always the right amount of kill. When it arrives, my inclination is to cut it on the table saw. Lots of people say it's great for that. I have a variety of blades, none of which are "perfect" for it, but I think close enough. I think the 80 tooth (8 tpi, 10" blade) fine-cut is my best choice.

Related... So basically, there are people out there with diabetes who can't afford what amounts to a miracle in their life.

Oh, and just crossed my feed today, doesn't apply to me, but clearly to some of you:

I was reminded that TB-500 should be on the list also, but it's one I know nearly nothing about.

Marketing candy and junk to people trying to regain their health. Many purveyors of garbage are feeling a major loss in revenue as people stop eating their drap. Solutions? Tell junkies that this is "cocaine lite" and they will be fine, just try a little hit. Fuckers. https://nypost.com/2023/10/20/nestle-rides-ozempic-boom-with-new-companion-candy-for-weight-loss-drugs/ Nestlé rides Ozempic boom with new ‘companion’ candy for weight loss drugs

Research: BPC-157 IGF-1 LR3 CJC-1295 (non DAC), Ipamorelin AOD9604 NAD+ (and NMN, NR) I have familiarity with some and can discuss it if you decide it's interesting.

Not really related, but it was served at the same time... Dried cranberries on marina on a garlic flatbread....amazing.

As you know, the humidifier is on the laundry room wall, so another possibility is that I create a black hole.

I got absolutely raped by one of the chink skeeters, a huge line of welts on my thigh. Fuck you, Ryobi.

It's the Mrs. Dash of the Middle East. Buy it salt free, and try it on most anything. Today it's going on some really high quality flat breads with garlic, tiny bit of oil, and topped with nut-based vegan cheese. Those will be cut up to dip in hummus with more za'atar (Dave's idea), and a red pepper hummus. It's great with Brussels, put a thick balsamic on them, za'atar, and then air fry until the edges crisp. So good. Sprinkle on hummus for a kick. Make a middle eastern style marinara with it. Put on tofu cubes and air fry.

It's basically a net zero, dehumidifier. Remove the water, equalize the temps, never heat or cool. Heat puts a lot of stress on clothes.

Our washer and dryer work, but I'm still kind of eyeballing these for the energy savings, less wear and tear on clothes, and ease of a single unit doing it all. Our existing machines are about 15 years on the washer, and probably 25 on the electric dryer (it cost $15 from a used appliance store long ago). Obvious benefits: Doesn't suck conditioned air out of the house Uses less power all around Don't have to move clothes Lack of heat means clothes last 2x-4x longer Any others? Drawbacks: $$$$$$$ Any others?

I was interviewed for this article, and I'm starting on the generic in a week or so when it arrives. I'm currently using tirzepatide (Mounjaro) but have hit the max dose and body is fighting it. I tried semaglutide (Wegovy, Ozempic) with low results. Fuck the FDA and pharma. https://archive.ph/20231020122024/https://www.wsj.com/health/pharma/the-next-hot-obesity-drug-wont-be-approved-for-years-online-sellers-hawk-it-anyway-e04d7cc3 A potential blockbuster weight-loss drug still years away from U.S. regulatory approval is already being sold online, another example of a thriving gray market for unapproved weight-loss medications, according to a Wall Street Journal review. The Journal found hundreds of merchants offering the new drug, which is being developed by Eli Lilly LLY -1.15%decrease; red down pointing triangle and is called retatrutide. Most appear to be Chinese sellers shipping directly to U.S. consumers from sites such as Made-in-China.com. Some of the sites, including ones that appear to be based in the U.S., have marketed their products via posts on Facebook , LinkedIn and Reddit. A handful have run paid ads on Instagram and Google. A fitness influencer has offered it for sale via his newsletter.

Easy overview article: https://newatlas.com/medical/10-second-voice-test-type-2-diabetes/ Detailed Mayo paper: https://www.mcpdigitalhealth.org/article/S2949-7612(23)00073-1/fulltext TL;DR: the scientists created an AI-based program that analyzes voice recordings along with patient information such as age, sex, height and weight. When tested on the volunteers, that program proved to be 89% accurate at identifying type 2 diabetic women and 86% accurate at spotting diabetic men.

LOL!

I need to get the fogger replaced, last night we lost half our whisky to gnats, but there were no mosquitos. Don't know why.

Oh fuck yeah, I still want one. I also miss my YSR80. I used to do field service on that and collect mileage at the standard car rate. Second salary.

If you had Starlink, you could use calling over wifi and stop fucking around.

Wilson.