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Today, 10:28 AM
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Can you snake dolphin? Or dolphin snake?
Can you snake dolphin? Or dolphin snake?
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Today, 10:05 AM
Thread: Random Unthreadworthy Questions
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In your position, I'd PM Person A, assuming they...
In your position, I'd PM Person A, assuming they were the first response, and tell them it's yours, what's your shipping address, etc. If no response from A in another day or two, move on to B.
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Today, 08:49 AM
Thread: PSA: Mount your own fucking skis.
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That's what I do. There's some exposed in a...
That's what I do. There's some exposed in a closet in my basement, pink Fiberglass batt insulation.
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Today, 08:46 AM
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I've got these: ...
I've got these:
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Yesterday, 08:27 PM
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It's an Allen head bolt, because the location of...
It's an Allen head bolt, because the location of the bolt made it very difficult to get a wrench on both ends. So I (temporarily) Krazy Glued a cheap Allen key into the head of the bolt, inserted the...
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Yesterday, 09:54 AM
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If there's any chance this didn't happen, I'm...
If there's any chance this didn't happen, I'm interested - Mrs C now wants a skate ski setup. Will send pm.
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Yesterday, 08:54 AM
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And what do you think you're seeing?
And what do you think you're seeing?
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02-24-2021, 08:57 PM
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Project is done. Finally. Started up the...
Project is done. Finally.
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02-24-2021, 08:50 PM
Thread: Car camping tent suggestions
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We had two pop-up trailers before moving to a...
We had two pop-up trailers before moving to a truck camper.
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02-24-2021, 09:58 AM
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02-24-2021, 09:42 AM
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I think the real solution here is N+1. Bring...
I think the real solution here is N+1.
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02-23-2021, 09:56 PM
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I think I know what will get me enough space: ...
I think I know what will get me enough space: there's a heat shield that bolts onto the outside of the exhaust manifold, and the EGR pipe runs through it. I put the shield back on before trying to...
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02-23-2021, 09:00 PM
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I hate this fucking project... 4.5 hours...
I hate this fucking project...
4.5 hours later, removed stripped bolt by grinding a notch into the ear of that EGR mount on the exhaust manifold, and cutting into the bolt. Went through a couple... -
02-23-2021, 02:22 PM
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Was in Costco this morning, no more Spy goggles,...
Was in Costco this morning, no more Spy goggles, they're moving in spring and summer recreation stuff (kayaks, coolers). They did still have Bolle helmets and "small fit" Bolle goggles, which are...
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02-23-2021, 02:18 PM
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I'm going to try drilling some more this...
I'm going to try drilling some more this afternoon, and if I don't get anywhere, will go see about the torch.
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02-23-2021, 12:21 PM
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Have you done this with success? I have no...
Have you done this with success?
I have no experience with the OA torch, but neighbor does, so I'd ask him to do it, if it is really that quick and easy.
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02-23-2021, 12:18 PM
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You could mount an externally routed dropper post...
You could mount an externally routed dropper post for the trip, which would let you swap to a rigid post when you needed it.
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02-23-2021, 11:14 AM
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In store in Reno is where I bought mine. I can...
In store in Reno is where I bought mine. I can pick up some for you if you want.
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02-23-2021, 11:13 AM
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So no concern about heat damaging adjacent stuff?...
So no concern about heat damaging adjacent stuff? It's on the exhaust manifold, so it's something that gets hot anyway.
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02-23-2021, 10:34 AM
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Like an Easy Out? Mainly because the bolt broke...
Like an Easy Out? Mainly because the bolt broke because it was rusted in place, so very very stuck. Most Easy Out stories seem to be not of success, but of broken Easy Out bits (which are hardened)...
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02-23-2021, 10:12 AM
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Googling more - and reading that you can...
Googling more - and reading that you can supposedly burn out a bolt that is in cast iron, using an oxy acetylene torch. Anyone done this? I think my neighbor has an OA setup.
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02-23-2021, 09:50 AM
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Got it. As long as I can drill through, I can...
Got it.
As long as I can drill through, I can put a bolt and nut through to hold the EGR pipe to the manifold. It is a through hole, not a blind hole, so it doesn't matter if I damage the... -
02-23-2021, 08:45 AM
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I have Dremel tips like the one linked. I may...
I have Dremel tips like the one linked. I may have an air die grinder, but I think it's a little too long to fit in the work space.
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02-23-2021, 08:42 AM
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I don't have space down in the engine bay to...
I don't have space down in the engine bay to swing a hammer enough to break up that bolt stub. There's space to tap and center punch - it's just big enough to fit a drill.
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02-22-2021, 09:50 PM
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Thanks. I read that carbide bits are brittle -...
Thanks. I read that carbide bits are brittle - concern about breaking off the bit in the hole valid, or don't worry about it?
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02-22-2021, 09:35 PM
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Costco. Spy. $39.99, two lenses.
Costco. Spy. $39.99, two lenses.
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02-22-2021, 09:29 PM
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Are there metal specific drill bits? I didn't...
Are there metal specific drill bits?
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02-22-2021, 02:41 PM
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I'll give it a try. I drilled at it a bit more...
I'll give it a try. I drilled at it a bit more this morning, got new bits from the neighbor (has big shop full of machinery and equipment) including left hand bits. Put it aside for awhile, went on...
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02-22-2021, 10:02 AM
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This, X1000. I bet each of us knows someone...
This, X1000.
I bet each of us knows someone who insists on skiing pin bindings inbounds as an everyday setup. These people cannot be educated, and insist their BC gear is just fine for... -
02-21-2021, 09:41 PM
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I was using a cordless drill - but I don't think...
I was using a cordless drill - but I don't think my lack of progress in drilling was due to drill torque. I do have a corded drill, and I think it'll fit too.
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02-21-2021, 09:40 PM
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My neighbor has a welder - but it's a very small...
My neighbor has a welder - but it's a very small stub on the backside of the broken bolt, and access is tight there. So, not likely.
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02-21-2021, 09:01 PM
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Thanks. I've been googling and reading up on bolt...
Thanks. I've been googling and reading up on bolt extraction. I was using oil for lubricant while drilling (PB Blaster, it was handy), but I think I was drilling at too fast a speed. And I think my...
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02-21-2021, 07:49 PM
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I could use some advice on removing a broken...
I could use some advice on removing a broken bolt.
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Back on a computer and did a quick search - here...
Back on a computer and did a quick search - here you go:
https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=67778
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02-20-2021, 01:25 PM
Thread: 2021 Supply
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PSA: Jenson showing Ibis Ripmo AF, SLX build,...
PSA: Jenson showing Ibis Ripmo AF, SLX build, size L and XL, in stock next week.
https://www.jensonusa.com/Ibis-Ripmo-AF-SLX-Bike-2021
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02-20-2021, 09:53 AM
Thread: Random Unthreadworthy Questions
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We have a mostly black dog too. I got a collar...
We have a mostly black dog too. I got a collar with a reflective stripe, so I can find him with a flashlight.
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02-20-2021, 08:57 AM
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Makes me wonder if there is a non-compete...
Makes me wonder if there is a non-compete agreement keeping him out of the ski industry for awhile...
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02-20-2021, 08:49 AM
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Some online bike retailer was sending out emails...
Some online bike retailer was sending out emails on sale items, including hydro Shimano brifter/ caliper sets, for cheap - $200s-300s range. Some Di2, some mechanical shift. I can't remember who it...
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02-19-2021, 04:35 PM
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Powerwraps sold to nudbat - thanks!
Powerwraps sold to nudbat - thanks!
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02-19-2021, 10:46 AM
Thread: Cheap dps
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Trigger pulled on the 191 Foundation 94. Thanks...
Trigger pulled on the 191 Foundation 94. Thanks for the heads up!
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02-19-2021, 10:32 AM
Thread: Is the stock market going to tank?
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I'm saying fear of investing in the US market,...
I'm saying fear of investing in the US market, where such fear is driven by a belief that the market is too expensive at any given point in time, is not valid.
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02-19-2021, 08:48 AM
Thread: Is the stock market going to tank?
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Obligatory reminder that the US market is near an...
Obligatory reminder that the US market is near an all time high.... Which is where it usually is. That's because it is usually going up.
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02-18-2021, 10:19 PM
Thread: Ikon Pass
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I've been wondering if they're going to offer a...
I've been wondering if they're going to offer a 21/22 pass that's valid in spring of 2021, and which will let me defer my unused 20/21 pass cost to it.
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02-18-2021, 10:17 PM
Thread: Cheap dps
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I'm pretty sure they're "sdp" skis.
I'm pretty sure they're "sdp" skis.
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02-18-2021, 11:41 AM
Thread: PSA: DPS Lotus 138
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I had this version (rocker 0), and the only thing...
I had this version (rocker 0), and the only thing it does better than later versions is cut through crust/ windboard type snow, as it has the pointy narrow tip like a Spatula. I sold mine years ago...
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02-17-2021, 03:49 PM
Thread: Is the stock market going to tank?
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For 1 year away, and you cannot lose a penny of...
For 1 year away, and you cannot lose a penny of what this amount is -- IMHO use an online savings account.
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02-17-2021, 03:07 PM
Thread: Shipping skis pro tips?
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I usually use Fed Ex Ground (aka Fed Ex Home, for...
I usually use Fed Ex Ground (aka Fed Ex Home, for home delivery). They've been cheaper than UPS, but I haven't shipped any skis mounted with bindings in several years.
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02-16-2021, 02:18 PM
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How.... Why...?
How.... Why...?
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02-16-2021, 12:14 PM
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OP should go to Utah, stay at Thanksgiving...
OP should go to Utah, stay at Thanksgiving Pointe, eat at Chuck A Rama, shop for souvenirs at DI, sign up for home visitors at Temple Square.
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02-16-2021, 11:57 AM
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So much going on here... Single speed......
So much going on here...
Single speed... with a road rear derailleur tensioner!
Zefal pump as rear shock
Spare Zefal pump on chainstay
USE (?) suspension seatpost -- what's strapped onto the...
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