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"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 06:23AM -0800 On Sunday, November 1, 2020 at 7:16:50 PM UTC-6, Angry Jeff queefed: > I'm a usenet master. Wahhh. I draw comics.   What happened? Where are your ladies? This won't end until you and your pony antagonist both concede. Come on say it. You can do it. :)

Fox's Mercantile <jdangus@att.net>: Nov 04 09:41AM -0600 On 11/4/20 8:23 AM, Edward H. wrote: > This won't end until you and your pony antagonist both concede.   Not going to happen Charger boy.     -- "I am a river to my people." Jeff-1.0 WA6FWi http:foxsmercantile.com

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 07:51AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 9:41:58 AM UTC-6, Arthritic Jeff creaked: > Not going to happen Charger boy.   I don't know Jeffy-poo. You ladies seem to be losing steam. And you can't just stop responding and hope for a draw. That won't make me go away.

Fox's Mercantile <jdangus@att.net>: Nov 04 09:58AM -0600 On 11/4/20 9:51 AM, Edward H. wrote: > That won't make me go away.   We know. You're like flies on shit. But I'm happy to give you an excuse to jack off on your keyboard.   -- "I am a river to my people." Jeff-1.0 WA6FWi http:foxsmercantile.com

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 08:01AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 9:58:35 AM UTC-6, Pissed off Comic boy cried:   > We know. You're like flies on shit. > But I'm happy to give you an excuse to jack off on your keyboard.   Ahahah! There's the anger I enjoy so much. Don't like the table turning do you? Ahaha! Joy!

Fox's Mercantile <jdangus@att.net>: Nov 04 10:15AM -0600 On 11/4/20 10:01 AM, Edward H. wrote: > Don't like the table turning do you?   You haven't turned any tables yet charger boy. All you've done is consistently prove what a useless piece of shit you are.     -- "I am a river to my people." Jeff-1.0 WA6FWi http:foxsmercantile.com

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 08:38AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 10:15:56 AM UTC-6, Angrier Jeff screamed: > You haven't turned any tables yet charger boy. > All you've done is consistently prove what a useless piece of > shit you are.   Tables have turned angry jiff. We both know it. You provided garbage help, I provide garbage help. Awwww look at us. You know when you curse you show everyone your lack of self-control.

"Peter W." <peterwieck33@gmail.com>: Nov 04 07:11AM -0800 I am looking for suggestions on a 3D printer & scanner - either as one piece of hardware, or two. My needs are both small and simple. Such things as knobs, handles and similar parts with no dimension longer than about 5" (130mm). I don't need speed, but I would appreciate accuracy and the ability to reproduce details such as knurling and scrolling on small parts.   I am somewhat price driven, but not to the level of absurdity. Nor am I any sort of adept with the software, never having done it before. So, simple-is-good.   Thanks in advance!   Peter Wieck Melrose Park, PA

John-Del <ohger1s@gmail.com>: Nov 04 07:43AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 10:11:39 AM UTC-5, Peter W. wrote:   > Thanks in advance!   > Peter Wieck > Melrose Park, PA     When you get it, I could use a set of Philco 60 knobs in black ...

"Peter W." <peterwieck33@gmail.com>: Nov 04 07:47AM -0800 I will let you know. But in the meantime, have you tried "Gobs-of-Knobs" (Mike Koste)? gomike at gmail dot com   Peter Wieck Melrose Park, PA

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 07:56AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 9:11:39 AM UTC-6, Arthritic Peter W. queefed: > I am looking for suggestions on a 3D printer & scanner   Look at you! These machines are a little to advanced for you. You'd never learn how to calibrate it. I suggest you stick with play-doh.

Fox's Mercantile <jdangus@att.net>: Nov 04 09:59AM -0600 On 11/4/20 9:56 AM, Edward H. wrote: > On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 9:11:39 AM UTC-6, Arthritic Peter W. queefed: >> I am looking for suggestions on a 3D printer & scanner   > Look at you! These machines are a little to advanced for you. You'd never learn how to calibrate it. I suggest you stick with play-doh.   Unlike the shit you post, your help is neither helpful or useful.     -- "I am a river to my people." Jeff-1.0 WA6FWi http:foxsmercantile.com

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 08:02AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 10:00:00 AM UTC-6, Frustrated Comic boy yelled:   > Unlike the shit you post, your help is neither helpful or useful.   Now you're starting to get it. Good for you. Good for you Jeff. lol.

Tim R <timothy42b@aol.com>: Nov 04 08:04AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 10:11:39 AM UTC-5, Peter W. wrote:   > Thanks in advance!   > Peter Wieck > Melrose Park, PA   I've heard good things about the Ender 3 at a price point of around $200, I think. But I don't have one myself so can't confirm.   You've never done the software? Umm. Be prepared for a learning curve, I've struggled and I'm an engineer who had to take drawing and CAD in school. But for what you want you're probably okay, lots of youtube videos.

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 04 08:12AM -0800 > > Melrose Park, PA > I've heard good things about the Ender 3 at a price point of around $200, I think. But I don't have one myself so can't confirm.   > You've never done the software? Umm. Be prepared for a learning curve, I've struggled and I'm an engineer who had to take drawing and CAD in school. But for what you want you're probably okay, lots of youtube videos.   I agree about the learning curve. I have the Da Vinci 1.0A and decided to update the firmware with repetier. I've tried all the slicers but stuck with slic3r. I wouldn't suggest an all-in-one for the OP for help. The scanner on these machines aren't very good. He could buy a handheld or 3d print parts to use a cell phone and just render on the pc. lol.

Fox's Mercantile <jdangus@att.net>: Nov 04 10:17AM -0600 On 11/4/20 10:02 AM, Edward H. wrote: > On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 10:00:00 AM UTC-6, Frustrated Comic boy yelled:   >> Unlike the shit you post, your help is neither helpful or useful.   > Now you're starting to get it. Good for you. Good for you Jeff. lol.   You realize what you did said?     -- "I am a river to my people." Jeff-1.0 WA6FWi http:foxsmercantile.com

Michael Terrell <terrell.michael.a@gmail.com>: Nov 04 08:18AM -0800 On Wednesday, November 4, 2020 at 10:11:39 AM UTC-5, Peter W. wrote: > I am looking for suggestions on a 3D printer & scanner - either as one piece of hardware, or two. My needs are both small and simple. Such things as knobs, handles and similar parts with no dimension longer than about 5" (130mm). I don't need speed, but I would appreciate accuracy and the ability to reproduce details such as knurling and scrolling on small parts.   > I am somewhat price driven, but not to the level of absurdity. Nor am I any sort of adept with the software, never having done it before. So, simple-is-good.   > Thanks in advance!   Peter, there are several discussions about 3D printing on the Tekscopes forum. Tektronix knobs have a lot more detail than radios used, but people are happy with the results. They have recommended the proper plastics, printers and software. Be advised, to anyone who wants to join, not just read. You will be kicked to the curb if you are an asshole. If you do get set up, you can post files so others can make the same part without starting from scratch. It can either be public, or private but if others add their files it would save a lot of time and headaches. You could even set it up at a show and demonstrate how it works.   Here is a link to read the group. You can find a link to join, if you are interested in Tektronix equipment.   https://groups.io/g/TekScopes/topics

Hilda Winkler <hildawinkler77@gmail.com>: Nov 03 12:49PM -0800 Hi Group, can someone help please. I have a VIZIO Model # M550SV 55" randomly shuts off/on.. I checked the voltages on power supply board all are correct.. after doing research online, there seems to be a firmware problem. i hooked up to their website, couldn't find any updates.. is there a fix to this TV, ???

Sjouke Burry <burrynulnulfour@ppllaanneett.nnll>: Nov 03 10:05PM +0100 On 03.11.20 21:49, Hilda Winkler wrote: > Hi Group, can someone help please. I have a VIZIO Model # M550SV 55" randomly shuts off/on.. I checked the voltages on power supply board all are correct.. after doing research online, there seems to be a firmware problem. i hooked up to their website, couldn't find any updates.. is there a fix to this TV, ???   Have you checked for interference (led lights, TL lights, etc), If they produce interference with your remote control, thats bad.   Old story : a tv with sonic remote control. Lots of failures,an visits to the shop.   Turned out to be from a parrot, he could hear the sonic control, and started to imitate the ultra sound.(He hated tv).

John-Del <ohger1s@gmail.com>: Nov 03 01:37PM -0800 On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 3:50:05 PM UTC-5, Hilda Winkler wrote: > Hi Group, can someone help please. I have a VIZIO Model # M550SV 55" randomly shuts off/on.. I checked the voltages on power supply board all are correct.. after doing research online, there seems to be a firmware problem. i hooked up to their website, couldn't find any updates.. is there a fix to this TV, ???   That series is known for bad main boards that show all sorts of symptoms. No new ones are available, and used ones may put you in the same boat in a few months. Even when Vizio sells them, they are "recertified", which means they tested them to see if they work for 5 minutes and box them for sale. We've reflowed the BGA chip with inconsistent results but no longer take those in for service.   That TV can update its firmware when connected on-line, but it doesn't seem Vizio ever released a later version of the firmware it was shipped with.

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 03 09:23AM -0800 On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 9:28:46 AM UTC-6, Riverman Jeff croaked: > Makita.   You're awake! I was worried you had passed away. :(

Fox's Mercantile <jdangus@att.net>: Nov 03 12:03PM -0600 On 11/3/20 11:23 AM, Edward H. wrote: > On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 9:28:46 AM UTC-6, Riverman Jeff croaked: >> Makita.   > You're awake! I was worried you had passed away. :(   No such luck Charger Boy.     -- "I am a river to my people." Jeff-1.0 WA6FWi http:foxsmercantile.com

"Edward H." <dtgamer99@gmail.com>: Nov 03 11:07AM -0800 On Tuesday, November 3, 2020 at 12:03:39 PM UTC-6, Lethargic Jeff sadly remarked: > No such luck Charger Boy.   Where is your army of supporters? The ones all writing the same verbiage over and over? Usenet script run dry?

Jeff Liebermann <jeffl@cruzio.com>: Nov 03 11:18AM -0800 >I've had a few battery powered Dewalt drills.   All my power drills and drivers are DeWalt: DCD777 20v drill DCF787 20v impact driver DCD710 12V drill DCD710 12V drill in bad shape DCF886 20v driver (blown speed control) There are also several drills and drivers that I bought for parts. In general, I'm happy with DeWalt drills and drivers. However, there are some models that have specific problems and should be avoided. I don't have a list handy. >I won't get a Dewalt drill >again. I 'm disappointed in the battery lifetime*, >  *life of battery not discharge time.   The small DCB120 12v 1.3A-hr and DCB207 20v 1.3A-hr packs are not very good compared to the larger battery packs. The basic problem is that the BMS (battery management system) and charge balancer is in the charter. That means that the BMS battery connections go to each cell. If there is any resistance, or connection problem, between the charger and the battery pack, the BMS won't equalize the charge between cells. One or more cells will die from overcharge, while the remaining cells will survive. The few that I've rebuilt, invariably have one or two cells out of 3 (12v) or 4 (20v) cells blown. I've tested the cells in the bad pack and confirmed that the remaining cells are almost as good as new. Cleaning the contacts seems to reduce the problem. I had to build a minimally abrasive tool to clean the battery contacts.   I haven't done any further investigation due to lack of time (and lack of a clean workbench). The following is speculation. My guess(tm) is that the charger is setup to charge the battery pack to 100% as fast as safely possible. Workers in the trades don't want to be juggling tiny battery packs to make it through the day. If they have to charge, they want instant results. Slow charging doesn't sell well. The advertised charge time is 90 minutes for both 12v and 20v packs which is a charge rate of approximately: 90min / 60min/hr = 1.5C That's higher than the maximum recommended 1C (1.3amp in 1 hr) charge rate. That's what is probably killing the cells. Since I have more chargers than I need, I was going to butcher one to operate at a greatly reduced charge rate. I was also going to modify my Sky B6 imax balanced charger, which I use for charging drone battery packs, to charge the DeWalt battery packs. The plan is to reduce the charge rate and to stop charging at 4.1V (about 91%) instead of the usual 4.2V (100%).   How to replace the cells in a 12V Max lithium ion battery pack <https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CZVr2B4GMvM>   >I've had chuck problems,   Not me, unless you include gluing the chuck in place with a mixture of sap, drywall, sawdust, dirt, and sand. A solvent bath, followed by a chuck teardown, fixed the chuck.   >also the clips that hold the battery in fail and the battery >must be pushed back in.   I broke the tongue off one large 20v battery pack by dropping it. I glued it back together and lived happily ever after.   Talk to your friendly local 3D printing shop: <https://www.thingiverse.com/tag:dewalt_battery>   >I'm not sure what I will get, but I know what I >won't get.   Lots of reviews on YouTube: <https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=cordless+drill>   Makita might be slightly better but I like the banana slug yellow DeWalt color.     -- Jeff Liebermann jeffl@cruzio.com 150 Felker St #D http://www.LearnByDestroying.com Santa Cruz CA 95060 http://802.11junk.com Skype: JeffLiebermann AE6KS 831-336-2558

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