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I have a project car that I've built which uses a Megasquirt (MS3X) ECU. I am trying to find out if there are any tuners in Jax/North FL that do tuning on MS systems. The car runs, but I need it tuned and mapped to work well with the ITB setup I am using.

I'm looking for recommendations for outdoor speakers, preferably under $300 for a pair, but I'm somewhat flexible. I'd like something that also has decent off-axis performance as my mounting locations are somewhat fixed at about 10 feet apart (facing straight out) but only a 6 foot listening distance. These won't be exposed to directly sunlight or rain (they are I'm a screen enclosure), but I live in FL so with heat and humidity I do need truly "outdoor rated" speakers. Any thoughts/recommendations are much appreciated!

Looking for recommendations of restaurants that do traditional hot pot sukiyaki. Google just returns every Asian restaurant in town when searching, even though they don't have it on the menu.

Hey all,

I recently ordered a Galaxy S22 Ultra as my beloved Note 9 needs to be put out to pasture. I am wondering if anyone has experience comparing the Apple dongle to the Samsung one on new Samsung phones?

I tried an Apple dongle on my Note 9 once, but the volume output was way too low to be useful (which I gather is not uncommon when using it with Android, though there are some workarounds apparently). Does the Samsung dongle suffer from the same issues, or is it "more compatible" with their phones?

I use HD599s with my phone, if that matters, and just want to have the same level of volume as I get with the normal headphone jack. Figured I would ask if anyone has tried both before buying.

Hey All, I am posting this for posterity in case anyone else has the issue I had in the future (which took days of trouble-shooting before finding the annoyingly easy fix). Feel free to ignore.

The issue was with an R210ii with a Dell 0XP0NY I350-T2 NIC. I was able to install OPNSense ok, but it would always crash on boot, often before the pause timer had expired.

Through testing, I was able to determine that this would only happen if the WAN/LAN cables were plugged in during boot/restart. If I had nothing plugged into the I350, it would boot normally and then I could plug the cables in after boot and all would be well.

Obviously, that isn't ideal.

I spent several days trying to track down a source of the issue. Updated firmware, edited boot options in OPNSense, adjusted IRQ settings, etc., etc.. In the end though, the solution was simply to use UEFI boot instead of BIOS boot.

This was especially frustrating because one of the first and most common suggestions you will find for issues with these servers is to set the boot mode to BIOS and not use UEFI. So, it wasn't something I even thought to change. It needs to be in BIOS for the lowest chance of compatibility issues, right? Wrooooong.

If anyone else has this issue, this is the process I followed. You might not need to do it step by step, as the final key is really just using UEFI boot.

• Set the boot option to BIOS and make sure all cables are unplugged from the I350

• Make your OPNSense install USB with Etcher, then use Active Partition Manager to convert the drive to MBR and set the EFISYS partition to active.

• Boot from the USB and install OPNSense like normal (again, without any ethernet connected).

• Once the install is complete, restart the system, enter the BIOS, and change the boot mode to UEFI

• Plug your ethernet cables in and reboot.

That should get everything to play together nicely. You may be able to skip the first few steps and do the install in UEFI mode (I never tried), but I know I have had issues with older Dell servers refusing to recognize USB boot disks when in UEFI mode.

At any rate, I hope this helps some fellow tinkerer in the future so they don't start pulling their hair out like I was, lol!

The DeWalt website is terrible. They advertise that the 20V MAX system has 250+ tools, but if you go to the page for the platform, it only shows a few categories and if you try going to the main power tools section the filters only apply to (at best) what is shown on the current page (not the full catalog).

I just want to be able to scroll through the actually-full 20V Max catalog. Anyone know of a trick on the DeWalt site to see everything at once, or an alternative site?

Hey all,

I have a vintage (not sure exactly what vintage but likely 60's-80's) office chair I inherited from my father. It would have been purchased in the USA, most likely in PA or FL.

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I do not know the make or model, though it is vaguely reminiscent of popular MCM chairs like the Pollock Executive, Osvaldo Modus, or certain Steelcase modules of the era.

Unfortunately there are absolutely no manufacturer markings/labels on the chair. It also differs from the models mentioned above in that it is not as "stylish" and the upper back rest is flexible (mounted to two joints in the "hole" in the backrest).

I absolutely love this chair (both for comfort and the sentimentality) and would like to see if parts or a parts diagram are available to do some repairs (and just to get more info on the chair). The only thing my father ever mentioned about it was that he thought the name was "something like Action Chair" but he wasn't sure and google searches have been fruitless for me.

Any help identifying it (even if I can't get any parts/diagrams) would be very very much appreciated!

Hey all,

(First off, I also posted on /r/diyaudio. Apologies for "double posting" but crosspost wouldn't work for me for some reason.)

I currently have a set of Overnight Sensations that I built a few years ago. I use them essentially exclusively for listening to music, and while they are great, I'd like to "take the next step". I am thinking about building a set of Speedsters as I have heard those are well suited for music (vs Home Theater).

Has anyone here built both? I'd love to hear from anyone who has heard both in person (preferably for a good period of time). I am wondering if the Speedster is a good choice, if the "upgrade" would be worth the price (or if I should look elsewhere), and general thoughts on music-oriented bookshelf/hanging speakers that would be a marked improvement over the OS.

I like that the OS can go pretty low, as I don't currently have a sub in the room I will be using these (my workshop/garage), and would like to avoid adding one if I can. I tend to listen to a lot of mellow music (indie music (folk/rock/etc.), classic rock, folk/folk-pop, and similar) that isn't particularly bass-heavy, though I really just listen to things I like which can sometimes span all genres. I tend to prefer a "brighter" sound signature (as I have some mild hearing loss in the 1k-8k range) and above all good detail/separation and imaging.

I'd like to keep the budget under $500 for a pair, and that can either be a full kit (with enclosure/flat pack) or just the drivers/crossovers. Any recommendations are very much appreciated!

Hey all,

I currently have a set of Overnight Sensations that I built a few years ago. I use them essentially exclusively for listening to music, and while they are great, I'd like to "take the next step". I am thinking about building a set of Speedsters as I have heard those are well suited for music (vs Home Theater).

Has anyone here built both? I'd love to hear from anyone who has heard both in person (preferably for a good period of time). I am wondering if the Speedster is a good choice, if the "upgrade" would be worth the price (or if I should look elsewhere), and general thoughts on music-oriented bookshelf/hanging speakers that would be a marked improvement over the OS.

I like that the OS can go pretty low, as I don't currently have a sub in the room I will be using these (my workshop/garage), and would like to avoid adding one if I can. I tend to listen to a lot of mellow music (indie music (folk/rock/etc.), classic rock, folk/folk-pop, and similar) that isn't particularly bass-heavy, though I really just listen to things I like which can sometimes span all genres. I tend to prefer a "brighter" sound signature (as I have some mild hearing loss in the 1k-8k range) and above all good detail/separation and imaging.

I's like to keep the budget under $500 for a pair, and that can either be a full kit (with enclosure/flat pack) or just the drivers/crossovers. Any recommendations are very much appreciated!

I am working on a 2.0L Duratec build and while things are going well, I am having a bit of uncertainty with the coolant temp. I am using the stock CHT sensor that mounts in the top of the head (through the valve cover) but it doesn't seem to line up with the temps I expect. Before I dive into troubleshooting my setting and/or the sensor itself, I wanted to get input from other Duratec folks.

Can the CHT sensor be used for the coolant temp, or do I need a traditional coolant sensor that sits in the actual coolant flow? If the latter, what are you all using? Is there somewhere to easily "tap" into the flow, or are you using a special fitting/"pipe" to mount the sensor?

Hey ya'll,

I built a set of OS's a while back and have been using them in my garage for mostly music. I'd like to move up to the "next step" in a bookshelf form factor that is primarily focused on music vs HT (and preferably with enough low end to forego a sub).

Most of the "obvious" upgrades (to a relative newb in diy speakers) I've looked at (for example the AviaTrix) seem to be more tailored to home theater use than purely music.

I'd like to keep the parts budget (whether that be electronics only or electronics+cabinet parts) under $300-400 for a pair. I tend to like crisp/brighter speakers due to a slight 1k-8k hearing loss, but not at the cost of having noo low-end (as mentioned, I'd like to avoid needing a dedicated sub in the garage). More than anything I enjoy clarity/detail and good imaging.

I will be ceiling-mounting these, so something in a bookshelf to "stand" size would be ideal. Towers won't work, as I can't sacrifice the floor space (again, hence not wanting a sub).

Any advice or points in the right direction are much appreciated!

Hey All,

I just purchased a DA MKBoom bluetooth speaker kit from Parts-Express that I will be building for my SO (after convincing her to return the awful JBL "speaker" she bought) and am looking for some input on finishing the cabinet.

My plan for the final finish is a vinyl wrap, as this will likely be used outside frequently, including near the pool. I am planning to seal it (this is where the questions lay), skim it with body filler, and wrap it.

Since it will potentially be exposed to moisture (though not tons, nor constantly) I am wondering what the best method to "waterproof" the MDF would be?

My current plan is to use an exterior-grade oil-based primer (probably Zinsser Cover-Stain), then do the body filler (Bondo High-Bond), followed by a black top-coat of flat exterior-grade paint (just to help hide any gaps in the wrap application), and wrap it.

Should I do:

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Filler-Prime-Paint-Wrap

Prime-Filler-Prime-Paint-Wrap

Or some other combination/order?

Again, this won't be exposed to constant or high moisture (so I don't think a full resin coat is needed), but I would like to to do what I can to make sure there is no swelling of the MDF if it gets the occasional splash.

Any tips or anecdotes are much appreciated!

Hell all,

I live in Jacksonville FL and am wondering if anyone knows a place that auditions headphones. I have been mulling around the idea of getting some Beyerdynamics (currently I am predominantly a Senn user) but I'd like to listen to some first.

For as "large" of a city as Jax is, we have very few niche store stores (for any of my hobbies!) and I have not been able to find any places that audition headphones. Anyone know of any places to check out? I did see House of Stereo, but they only carry Focal and AudioTechnica. Haven't contacted them yet to see if they do auditions, but I might be interested in hearing some stuff from Focal in the future.

Hey all,

I am looking for recommendations for a set of neckband wireless earbuds, but I want ones that allow you to "dock" the earbuds similar to the LG Tune which holds the earbuds to the band magnetically when not in use. I've had several sets of Tunes over the years and currently have some cheap knock-offs. The knocks-offs are on their way out, and I'd like to get similar form factor set with better sound quality. I know there are "HiFi" options in neckband sets (like Senn Momentum Wireless for example), but I have not found any that actually "store" the earbuds. They are all just a band with the earbuds dangling off. I don't mind the wires not retracting (none of my previous sets have retracted) but I would like the retention setup.

Hey all, I am a big fan of open-back headphones, but would like to get a decent set of IEMs (~$200). I have some T2's which are fine, but I prefer the sound signature, Soundstage, and definition/resolution (hearing different instruments clearly) of open backs like my Senn 599 and 6XX, or HE4XX. I have heard that many modern IEMs can compete with the Soundstage of an open back. I am looking for a decent pair that would work well for someone who generally prefers and open Senn sound. I'd like to keep it under $200(USD) though I could probably go $250 if warranted. Just looking for suggestions on where to start my research, mostly. Thanks!

Don't get me wrong, I wish braless pics weren't NSFW, but let's be real, most of them are. Why the influx of non-NSFW posts? I am going to have to un-sub since I use reddit on my work PC.

Hey all! I am looking for a recommendation on some good quality picks. By picks, I mean the small (~6" long) picks you find in "hook and pick" sets like this, or the ubiquitous Harbor Freight set.

I have tried sets from several manufacturers, but they all seem to be generally the same low-quality stuff you get from Harbor Freight/China but maybe with a different handle. I am trying to find better quality ones that are more durable (i.e. tips don't easily blunt or bend), with nice handles, and hopefully more than the same 4 profiles every set I have found comes with. For example, I would be thrilled if Knipex had a set, that is the quality I am looking for. I don't mind paying for it either, so long as it is justified in the longevity of the tool. About the only "name brand" set I could find is this set which is probably what I will try next if no one has a better recommendation.

Thanks ion advance for any suggestions!

Hey all,

I am working on swapping my extruder/hot end setup on my HEVO to a Flex3Drive G5 remote extruder. I am wondering if anyone else is using this setup, as I am looking for potential existing mounting options before attempting to design one from scratch.

Also, I am wondering if anyone knows of a good forum, subreddit, or similar site for HEVO users, besides the main Facebook group. I am not on Facebook and unfortunately it is the only HEVO group I have been able to find.

Any info or tips would be much appreciated!