biggs682
Itching to get back on my bike's
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Imitation is the sincerest form of flattery 😋
Nice early finish today (especially for a Friday!!)
Second load was wayyyy to long for me to do: MK & North London.
Second job offered, trailer had been badly prepared without the roof supports fitted correctly so I refused that pending a tranship that would take it well over my shift length..
Hey Ho.. 🤦♂️
Second load was wayyyy to long for me to do: MK & North London.
Second job offered, trailer had been badly prepared without the roof supports fitted correctly so I refused that pending a tranship that would take it well over my shift length..
Hey Ho.. 🤦♂️
rockyroller
Guru
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- 20 miles northwest of Boston, MA
that did not go as expected. didn't go out for the coffee, used the Keurig in the office. 1st k-cup failed making 1/2 cup, then the device seemed clogged. maybe by a previous user? did some minor cleaning by pouring hot water into the device k-cup pocket & seemed to flush out some grounds. tried another unit but there were still some grounds in my coffee. more cleaning. finally k-cup #3 was successful & my cup of coffee was free of any grounds
rockyroller
Guru
- Location
- 20 miles northwest of Boston, MA
went to an auto parts store to peruse the car wash concentrates. lots of choices & couldn't make up my mind, so didn't buy any. wondering if it's safe to hook up the hose at my Mother's house again. I think we're done with the extended below freezing temps
"ai" on giggle says
It is generally safe to hook up your garden hose and turn on the water in your basement when the danger of hard, overnight freezes has passed. While water freezes at 32F, experts recommend waiting until the 10-day forecast shows consistent nighttime lows above freezing—or at least staying in the upper 20s—for about a week.
Indicators of Safety
"ai" on giggle says
It is generally safe to hook up your garden hose and turn on the water in your basement when the danger of hard, overnight freezes has passed. While water freezes at 32F, experts recommend waiting until the 10-day forecast shows consistent nighttime lows above freezing—or at least staying in the upper 20s—for about a week.
Indicators of Safety
- The 10-Day Rule: Check the local forecast; you want at least a week of nighttime temperatures consistently above 32F
- Soil Temperature: If the ground is no longer frozen and you see signs of new growth (like budding plants), the risk of deep-pipe freezing is significantly lower.
- Daytime Temps: Look for steady daytime temperatures of at least 50F
Critical Safety Steps for Activation - When you do decide to turn the water back on, follow these steps to prevent accidental flooding:
- Inspect First: Before turning the indoor valve, check the outdoor spigot for visible cracks or frost damage.
- The "Thumb Test": Turn the water on and place your thumb over the outdoor opening. If you can easily stop the flow with just thumb pressure, water may be escaping through a rupture inside your wall or basement.
- Monitor the Basement: Immediately after opening the indoor valve, have someone check the basement or crawlspace for leaks. A pipe that burst over the winter won't leak until you restore the water pressure.
- Disconnect if it Dips: If a late frost is predicted after you've turned the water on, disconnect the hose. Even "frost-free" spigots can burst if a hose is left attached because the hose traps water inside the spigot’s stem, preventing it from draining properly.
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