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Is there a way to make or order custom wires like this? Like color order?
>>948199
ummm,,, you can buy ribbon cable on big spools, and whatever kinds of end connectors and board connectors you want for it.
if you are asking about getting custom ribbon cable made, like with special coloring?--probably there is a way.... if you are willing to buy a huge amount of the ribbon cable.
otherwise probably not.
>>948209
Like a specific color order
Apparently...
http://customcable.ca/custom-ribbon-cables/
I suspect their process involves the application of heat, but I wonder if you could just arrange the PVC-insulated wires side-by-side around a large spool or roller, spritz a bit of acetone on it and let it weld the insulation together that way.
I live in America.
My house is made of paper, chalk, and 2x4's
Everyone can hear almost every single word I say.
Between getting my bucket ready for inspection and paying student loans, I am broke as hell. What can I nig rig to provide a reasonable level of sound insulation?
You have to create a second wall for decent soundproofing with space in between. Maybe hang up some drywall a few inches from the actual wall?
Adding mass is the simplest way to add NR performance to any partition (double concrete wall with an airgap has a great STC rating.) Since that is also the most expensive you might want to think in a different direction.
Think Sound Masking.
Sound masking is the addition of an unobtrusive background sound, similar to HVAC airflow noise, to reduce the intelligibility of human speech and reduce distractions. The resulting environment leads to increased privacy and comfort.
Adding speakers, plus a small masking noise generator to any room is most likely your cheapest reliable method. It's a lot cheaper than hanging extra 3/8' gypboard on resillant channel isolators, adding flooting floor, and floating ceilings. Plus if you make it portable you can take it with you when you move.
>What can I nig rig to provide a reasonable level of sound insulation?
Oops! you meant nig rig. Crank that base line up until your neighbors are deaf.
>>948013
>You have to create a second wall for decent soundproofing with space in between.
Good answer, but first thing he should look at is the penetrations in the wall. Doors, windows, air vents, and electrical sockets all are the weakest point in heat and noise leaks and lower the performance rating of any wall. Seal those up first or you're throwing money away. Better doors, frames, and double windows help out a lot. Insuring wall sockets don't line up on opposite sides of the wall helps too.
Anyone knows a way I can erase what's written in a book?
I have this hardback book that is honestly a total shit not even worth the read, and I'm wondering how can I erase all the ink in it because it's a nice book physically and I'd like to use it
I'm thinking of working with either alcohol or acetone but I can't mess it up so I'd like opinions
Dip it in white paint.
I'd probably replace the pages with blank ones. I don't think you'll get a good result otherwise.
do you have a picture of the book?
How do you keep warm in the winter?
I run my shower on hottest for hours since I have free (warm) water but not electricity
That must create so much humidity. You could run the warm water through the radiators.
just go to bed. get snuggly.
>>948093
Radiators works about as well as farting in a ketchup bottle and putting the cap back on. And the humidity is kinda comfy.
My roommate accidentally picked up some automatic dishwasher detergent and we don't have a dishwasher.
What else can I use this for? It sucks for handwashing dishes.
One idea I have is it might be good for putting in the washing machine with shit like towels or work rags. I dunno, though.
>>944437
You could likely use it as an all purpose cleaner. Check to see if it contains bleach and if it does avoid mixing it with other shit to poison yourself.
Use for burnouts
So i moved into a new pad, but the kitchen light is a nightmare
When i moved in the light was left on by the landlord (thanks for wasting power bitch) , and it was emitting a buzzing, which i investigated and found to be the bulb being improperly secured because the bayonet socket was broken and missing a lug that holds in the bulb, or so i thought.
Ive removed the lightbulb and told the landlord to get their shit sorted, but ive now noticed the buzzing isnt coming from that broken socket, its coming from behind the cooker which is on the same wall as the light. But only...
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>>947970
post some fucking pictures
>>947978
This
Every fucking time...
>>947978
Pictures of what, a generic lightswitch or a cooker i cant move because its built into the unit
How to make a dowsing rod andhttp://www.smokeymirror.com/dowse-diy-dowsing-rod/ use it.
>Science says No, it doesnt work. But others, myself included, know they work.
Couldn't you just condense this trash by posting this in the audiophile capacitor sound review thread or maybe the wire-wrap crystals one?
>>946287
If you are looking for underground water you don't need one of these things at all, what you actually need is a spade
My grandfather had one that he made, it was a few years ago but I think he used a natural yew fork, he used rawhide as a wrapping for the two handle pieces and then shoved it up his ass and then fucked a dog.
What is this and how do I open it? It's the lock to my AT&T demarc box. I need a look inside to be able to configure my coaxial wiring.
'security hex' bit
you can get some in one of those cheap security bit sets from harbor freight
or you can try knocking out the center pin to use a regular allen key
>>947636
Yes! This. I couldn't remember the proper name. I'll need to leave the center pin intact for the next time a service tech crew rolls around. I'm trying to be as inconspicuous as possible.
What should I be searching for? Security hex wrench?
they usually sell them in kits, so look for security screw kit, and make sure the list includes your size. presumably you have a bunch of allen keys to test the size.
just bought a 76' corvette. I have above average mechanical knowledge but relatively unfamiliar thus far with vehicles.
The issue: can start OK and run while in neutral and applying gas, once gas is disengaged, idle drops below 500rpm and it stalls.
The choke appears to be stuck? open. Is this likely to affect startup/idle in normal warm weather. conditions? (assume roughly 70 garage temp)
Could adjusting the idle (fast or warm) be the solution?
TL;DR: help me fuck with my carburetor.
take this to / o / bud theyll take care of you
honestly it's worth paying someone to tune that shit once so you can find out what it should be like and what your other problems are.
>>947183
also, when I try to manually depress the choke, it 'catches'. sorry no pic of carb, my wife is due home any minute and she's already pissed I bought a sports car. <@:-)
What "mods" could you do on this moped?
Mostly engine and acceleration-wise.
I was thinking swap?
>>946268
Turn it into a cafe racer.
This guy has a ton of badass tutorials on building a badass cafe racer.
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC28gtkJP-bK77M5Qyc3Dn7g
>>946272
I don't really like café, could it be a mocha racer instead?
>>946511
Dafuq
I had a little 50cc piece of shit when I was 16. They make bolt-together "big bore" kits that crank it up to around 65cc for around $150. Never tried those but that's your best bet if you want massive improvement.
You can try tuning the carb with some wider jets. Those are pretty cheap and have a noticeable effect on performance in small engines.
Also, I know the bike that I had was designed for a small child and I weighed 200lbs when I got it so I mixed up the transmission...
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Hey guys looking to make some diy masks but have never done it before. looking to make out of solid materials like wire and plastics/metal. thoughts? tips?
I have a wire frame built for one half of the mask but that's as far as I am now. wanting better tips to make it solid and tough
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selfish bump
Check >>>/po/, they have threads every now and again about paper masks like in your picture. You could use their paper-mask patterns to bend up a mask out of thin sheet-metal.
Can someone help?
I'm trying to paint my guitar frets
but I don't kind of paint to get.
Anything you put on them will chip or wear away. What color are you going for? If you go the refret route i think there's some alloys that are more blue or gold, that's about your options though
>>945512
Your most durable option is anodizing, which will require a refret and will wear out in a few weeks.
Also you're a faggot for wanting to paint your frets.
Da fuq? Do you never perform bends? No paint is gonna hold up to the scraping of the strings and is just gonna look faggy.
what do you do for a living /diy/?
I repair wooden rollercoasters
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>>937591
Do you get to keep the shit fallen off the coaster
Thats a nice job.
I help privileged people avoid paying tax.
>>937593
the lawnmower men has long since picked through all that stuff its the off season
