This one has been ripped off from the button guy. All likeness and similarities to said button guy are purely intentional and all rights to said likeness belong to whomever chooses to invoke those rights.
Thursday, May 31, 2007
Monday, May 28, 2007
Wednesday, May 23, 2007
The Real Utility Belt
The Real Utility Belt
Originally uploaded by seafoam. 686 CHECKER WEAVE SNOW TOOLBELT
100% full grain waterproofing checker pattern woven leather belt- Detachable steel, alloy and brass buckle with bottle opener
- Detachable double prongs with #2 phillips screwdriver
- Detachable loop with 8mm, 10mm and 11mm wrenches
- Blackened copper finish on buckle and loop
Friday, May 18, 2007
Dave VE7CNV's Truly Canadian Dictionary of Canadian Spelling
Dave VE7CNV's Truly Canadian Dictionary of Canadian Spelling: "This is a dictionary with Canadian English spelling. There are many dictionaries out there which call themselves 'Real Canadian' English dictionaries; however, I have never* seen one that really was. They all give priority to American spelling for such words as 'color' instead of listing it under the Canadian spelling of 'colour.' Some people say to just use a British dictionary; however, Canadian spelling is different in many cases."
wires_dirty on Toyota MAF (Mass Air Flow sensor)
wires_dirty on Toyota MAF (Mass Air Flow sensor)
www.4x4wire.com/toyota/maintenance/tacoma_4runner_30k/wir...
Urgent / Recall Notice 60I-Reprogram ECM
My wife's '01 RAV4 has had the P0420/P0430 code (cat efficiency below threshold) occur since '03. When it first happened, I took it into the dealership and they replaced the cat under the 80K emissions warranty and forgot to reset the light so I did with my OBDII scanner. I thought all was well until the light came back on a couple days later. This time I read the code and it gave a lean code (P0171/P0174). I called the dealer again and they said it needs new O2 sensors and wanted to charge me an arm and a leg since O2 sensors are considered electrical and not emissions (stupid EPA rules, I know). Anyway, I told them no thank you and started to see if it indeed was the O2 sensors. I did lots of searching and it wasn't until I brought up the issue with a buddy of mine that is a Nissan/Infiniti master tech that I found the solution. He suggested that it's probably a dirty MAF sensor and said that older Maximas had the exact same problem. I figured it was worth a try so I took out the MAF (located on the back side of the intake tubing and is removed in about 10 minutes with 2 screws) and cleaned it with brake cleaner (also have used throttle body cleaner -- better idea). After waiting a few minutes to let it dry, I reinstalled the MAF sensor and reset the codes and voila! problem solved for good...at least for a year or so when it gets dirty again. Apparently Toyota's original ECM program's acceptable MAF readings is too narrow so when the MAF gets a little dirty it freaks out. I've had to clean the MAF two times since and every time the problem was solved (last year it registered the infamous P0420/P0430 code again and this year it threw the lean codes -- P0171/P0174).
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failure of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor and the Engine Control Module (ECM) software.
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failure of the Mass Air Flow (MAF) Sensor and the Engine Control Module (ECM) software. The MAF and ECM software will cause the check engine light to illuminate. Toyota has revised the software so the Check Engine Light will not illuminate falsely and set trouble codes related to the Catalyst System. Factory warranty covers this software update for 8 years or 80,000 miles. The cost to replace the MAF Sensor is estimated at $139.95 for parts and $52.00 for labor. The cost to recalibrate the ECM is $65.00 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65.00 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
gmail-greasemonkey - Google Code
gmail-greasemonkey - Google Code:
Various Greasemonkey scripts that enhance Gmail: * Conversation Preview: shows a preview bubble with a conversation contents while viewing the list of messages (i.e. without requiring navigation to another page) - more info * Fixed Font Toggle: adds a font toggle button so that messages can be viewed in a fixed-width font more info * Label Colors: allows labels to be colored so they stand out more more info * Macros: adds more keyboard shortcuts (for marking messages as read, moving them to the trash, applying labels, etc.) more info even more info * Google Reader Integration: adds a 'Feeds' links in the navigation area that opens up an embedded instance of Google Reader more info * Saved Searches: lets you save search queries so you can re-run them easily more info
10. Textarea Backup (all sites except Gmail) - Lifehacker
10. Textarea Backup (all sites except Gmail) - Lifehacker: "Top 10 Greasemonkey User Scripts, #10: If you spend a lot of time typing into web forms - whether it's for a blog, web mail, forum or comment - you know how painful it can be to accidentally close a tab or your browser and lose your work before you save it.
The Textarea Backup script automatically saves the contents of your textareas every 10 keystrokes, whenever the area loses focus and every 10 seconds, for instant restore in case of an accident. (Note: there were some issues with this script auto-filling Gmail To: and BCC: fields, so by default it's disabled in Gmail, which does its own auto-saving anyway.)"
Tuesday, May 15, 2007
A No-Frills Kitchen Still Cooks - New York Times
A No-Frills Kitchen Still Cooks - New York Times:
THE question I’m asked more often than any other is, “What kitchen equipment should I buy? ... In fact, I contend that with a bit of savvy, patience and a willingness to forgo steel-handle knives, copper pots and other extravagant items, $200 can equip a basic kitchen that will be adequate for just about any task, and $300 can equip one quite well.
The Magic of Photoshop In Action at Gear Diary
The Magic of Photoshop In Action at Gear Diary
Major, major photoshopping, more like photoshoppingspree
Monday, May 14, 2007
io lighting: luxrail | illuminated LED handrail | architectural handrail system
io lighting: luxrail | illuminated LED handrail | architectural handrail system:
luxrail illuminated LED handrail systemApplication ANSI and ADA compliant luxrail, is an indoor/outdoor handrail that delivers functional illumination. Two intensities may be specified; "standard light output" & "high output". The standard light output version delivers illuminance levels appropriate for exterior applications (3 to 4 footcandles at grade) as well as dark interior environments with low ambient illumination levels, (i.e. theatres, themed environments). The high output version delivers illuminance levels applicable to interior environments - providing in excess of 10 footcandles along the path of egress (ANSI required). Independent photometric test reports and IES Format data are available upon request from io Lighting.
luxrail's standard handrail gripping surfaces are circular in cross section and meet 2004 ADAAG (Americans with Disability Act Accessibility Guidelines). Beam spread options include 10, 45, and 65 degrees. The 45 and 65 degree beam patterns are most suitable for illuminating pathways while the 10 degree beam spread offers accent lighting to optional glass or stainless steel cable railing infills. Reference page 8 for information regarding infill options. LED lumen depreciation at 50,000 hrs. is 30%.
Friday, May 11, 2007
ALL-ETT Billfolds
Very tempting, might be ordering one of these
ALL-ETT Billfolds:Ever wanted a great wallet that keeps all of you credit cards, money, and receipts in one, but didn’t want the bulkiness and wearing issues? Well America, here is something for you. It’s called the ALL-ETT, The World Thinnest Wallet and seeing is believing!
- Comfort
- Health
- Durability
- Appearance
- Protection
- Price
Tuesday, May 08, 2007
Paper Pilot: Battle of the air - SolidWorks
Paper Pilot: Battle of the air - SolidWorks
virtually design and throw paper airplanes
Wednesday, May 02, 2007
Awesome: The Keyboard Waffle Iron - Gizmodo
Awesome: The Keyboard Waffle Iron - Gizmodo: "Because breakfast isn't nerdy enough, I present to you the Keyboard Waffle Iron. There's really nothing else to be said about this wonder of modern technology, but I invite you to make your best keyboard/waffle puns in comments. Come on, let's see what you've got. –Adam Frucci"
Tuesday, May 01, 2007
WTF? The Sharper Image & Trump Steaks ?!?!?!?!?!?!?
The Sharper Image
The Sharper image is one of my favourite stores -- with fantastic products of all kinds. That's why I'm thrilled that they agree with me: Trump Steaks are "The World's Greatest Steaks" -- and I mean that in every sense of the word....
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