BMW E60 5-Series Forum | 5Post.com  
BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Today's Posts  

Go Back   BMW E60 5-Series Forum | 5Post.com > BIMMERPOST Universal Forums > Off-Topic Discussions Board

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      12-23-2021, 10:43 AM   #9967
heitzke
Captain
heitzke's Avatar
1165
Rep
778
Posts

Drives: '15 M4 base, '04 Cobra
Join Date: Feb 2021
Location: Nashville

iTrader: (1)

Quote:
Originally Posted by spazzyfry123 View Post
I'm confused. You bought a keyboard that doesn't come with keys?
It's a whoooole ass hobby that I wasn't aware of - custom keyboard building and assembly. From the frames, keys, switches and everything. All totally customizable to your typing, feel and style. One of my best friends has been in it for a few years and she finally convinced me (kinda) just to try one out.

I didn't really know what I was getting myself into, admittedly.
__________________
Mosselman-powered M4 - 698/714 | 2.9 Whipple 2004 Cobra - 690/645 | Instagram
Appreciate 1
      12-23-2021, 11:03 AM   #9968
M5Rick
General
M5Rick's Avatar
68803
Rep
22,114
Posts

Drives: M5 F10 DCT Gunmetal
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: GB

iTrader: (0)

RCD PLUG to replace faulty one powering the hot tub.
Attached Images
 
Appreciate 1
AntF32446.50
      12-23-2021, 11:58 AM   #9969
vreihen16
Recovering Perfectionist
vreihen16's Avatar
20599
Rep
1,005
Posts

Drives: BMW-less :(
Join Date: Jun 2019
Location: Orange County, NY

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by M5Rick View Post
RCD PLUG to replace faulty one powering the hot tub.
GFCI (ground fault circuit interruptor) for those of us in parts of the world with wimpy 120V electrical outlets for our mains (sic) power.....
__________________
Currently BMW-less.
Appreciate 1
M5Rick68803.00
      12-23-2021, 12:23 PM   #9970
M5Rick
General
M5Rick's Avatar
68803
Rep
22,114
Posts

Drives: M5 F10 DCT Gunmetal
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: GB

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by vreihen16 View Post
GFCI (ground fault circuit interruptor) for those of us in parts of the world with wimpy 120V electrical outlets for our mains (sic) power.....
Just refilled the tub with fresh water and the light went out, tested the six year old RCD and it was done.
Appreciate 1
vreihen1620598.50
      12-23-2021, 12:43 PM   #9971
Turkish Pickle
Banned
United_States
3058
Rep
381
Posts

Drives: '21 330i xDrive
Join Date: Dec 2009
Location: Chicago, IL

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by heitzke View Post
*shrug* because I need more expensive hobbies to tinker with
oooh no.

nonononono

i was big into keyboards a while ago, still have my pristine model m. i personally peaked when i spent $350 on a hhkb bluetooth and probably more than that just on the keyset and a two-color clickclack skull lmao

currently using a microsoft wireless desktop 850 at work, and a logitech g613 at home
Appreciate 1
heitzke1164.50
      12-23-2021, 01:14 PM   #9972
DenverSteve
Lieutenant
DenverSteve's Avatar
972
Rep
537
Posts

Drives: 2021 BMW
Join Date: Jul 2021
Location: Denver / L.A.

iTrader: (0)

New Camera

I picked up a Sony a7C to add to the bag. It's about the size of my A6500 but full-frame and newer technology. It is a great compliment to my larger bodies I use for video documentaries.
Attached Images
 
__________________
Appreciate 5
stein_325i25297.00
P111727.00
DNYC1919479.50
      12-23-2021, 01:54 PM   #9973
fiveohwblow
Major
fiveohwblow's Avatar
United_States
3633
Rep
1,397
Posts

Drives: F15, E46 & M3, F82
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Desert SW

iTrader: (2)

Quote:
Originally Posted by DenverSteve View Post
I picked up a Sony a7C to add to the bag. It's about the size of my A6500 but full-frame and newer technology. It is a great compliment to my larger bodies I use for video documentaries.
Such a great line of cameras. Love it.
Appreciate 1
M5Rick68803.00
      12-23-2021, 02:21 PM   #9974
DenverSteve
Lieutenant
DenverSteve's Avatar
972
Rep
537
Posts

Drives: 2021 BMW
Join Date: Jul 2021
Location: Denver / L.A.

iTrader: (0)

They are something special. After 30 years as a CPS pro, I finished a travel piece on Machu Picchu and the Sacred Valley after climbing Huayna Picchu - exhausted. I started looking at everything on the market that could save me weight and maintain IQ. I had only used Sony ENG cameras previously and was blown away with the total quality package Sony provides in a smaller/lighter package. I purchased one body and a few lenses for extensive testing and switched completely. Everyone should use what they find the best for them but for my work, and pleasure, Sony is the total package.
__________________
Appreciate 1
      12-23-2021, 02:53 PM   #9975
spazzyfry123
Lieutenant Colonel
spazzyfry123's Avatar
5011
Rep
1,974
Posts

Drives: Here and There
Join Date: Jul 2013
Location: North Georgia Mountains

iTrader: (1)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by heitzke View Post
It's a whoooole ass hobby that I wasn't aware of - custom keyboard building and assembly. From the frames, keys, switches and everything. All totally customizable to your typing, feel and style. One of my best friends has been in it for a few years and she finally convinced me (kinda) just to try one out.

I didn't really know what I was getting myself into, admittedly.
Quote:
Originally Posted by Turkish Pickle View Post
oooh no.

nonononono

i was big into keyboards a while ago, still have my pristine model m. i personally peaked when i spent $350 on a hhkb bluetooth and probably more than that just on the keyset and a two-color clickclack skull lmao

currently using a microsoft wireless desktop 850 at work, and a logitech g613 at home
LOL. I am so confused.

This must be what non-car people feel like when someone tells them their hobby is something non-car people view as an appliance.
Appreciate 3
RickFLM411831.00
      12-24-2021, 08:06 AM   #9976
M5Rick
General
M5Rick's Avatar
68803
Rep
22,114
Posts

Drives: M5 F10 DCT Gunmetal
Join Date: Aug 2018
Location: GB

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by vreihen16 View Post
GFCI (ground fault circuit interruptor) for those of us in parts of the world with wimpy 120V electrical outlets for our mains (sic) power.....
Swapped that mother around vreihen16 and tubs working like a train
Appreciate 1
vreihen1620598.50
      12-25-2021, 04:40 PM   #9977
freakystyly
Colonel
3583
Rep
2,016
Posts

Drives: F22 B58 6MT
Join Date: May 2016
Location: Ontario

iTrader: (0)

Picked up some new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.. one of the old ones started to chirp as an end of life alarm. Checked the expiration dates and they were all due soon.

Stay safe out there!
Appreciate 4
Buug95923234.00
M_Six19211.00
vreihen1620598.50
wrickem2143.50
      12-25-2021, 06:42 PM   #9978
M_Six
Free Thinker
M_Six's Avatar
United_States
19211
Rep
7,544
Posts

Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Foothills of Mt Level

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by freakystyly View Post
Picked up some new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors.. one of the old ones started to chirp as an end of life alarm. Checked the expiration dates and they were all due soon.

Stay safe out there!
Just installed our CO detectors a month or so ago when we started using the heat again. The furnaces are the only source of CO in the house, so there was no need for them earlier.

We have smoke/heat detectors hard wired in. The heat detector is waaaay too sensitive and goes off every freakin' time we open the oven when we're cooking. The detector is on the ceiling way down the hall from the kitchen, but it goes off within 2 seconds of opening the oven. Drives us nuts.
__________________
Mark
markj.pics

"Life is uncertain, eat bacon now."
-UncleWede
Appreciate 0
      12-27-2021, 08:02 PM   #9979
CarMan77
First Lieutenant
CarMan77's Avatar
United_States
509
Rep
409
Posts

Drives: 2025 Ix50, 2022 Porsche Cayenne E Hybrid
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Maryland

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Picked up Cayenne E-Hybrid. Paid sticker, boo. Only the 2nd time paying sticker, the $7500 tax credit helps ease the pain.
Attached Images
 
Appreciate 14
Buug95923234.00
TXSTYLE14935.00
M_Six19211.00
JasonDot589.50
BMWGUYinCO4338.00
stein_325i25297.00
Dang3r12481.50
Mein11422.00
Mosaud19984128.00
DNYC1919479.50
wrickem2143.50
Dino GT35069.50
P111727.00
3798j13061.50
      12-27-2021, 09:04 PM   #9980
TXSTYLE
"Salud"
TXSTYLE's Avatar
United_States
14935
Rep
4,883
Posts

Drives: F01 & F15 / Mineral White
Join Date: May 2013
Location: The GYM! (The Burbs - N TX)

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by CarMan77 View Post
Picked up Cayenne E-Hybrid. Paid sticker, boo. Only the 2nd time paying sticker, the $7500 tax credit helps ease the pain.
Great pick up! I have always loved those volt painted calipers on Porsche.
Appreciate 1
CarMan77508.50
      12-27-2021, 09:09 PM   #9981
TXSTYLE
"Salud"
TXSTYLE's Avatar
United_States
14935
Rep
4,883
Posts

Drives: F01 & F15 / Mineral White
Join Date: May 2013
Location: The GYM! (The Burbs - N TX)

iTrader: (0)

Thumbs up

I am all all about Detailing my rides. By admission, I've always been a Meguiars guy for 9ver 2 Decades. But for the last year or so, Turtle Wax entire Ceramic lineup can NOT be beat! If you're not familiar or haven't tried any, let this be your first purchase. You will NOT be disappointed... 💯
Attached Images
 
Appreciate 6
CarMan77508.50
ggunn9160.00
Buug95923234.00
Mosaud19984128.00
DNYC1919479.50
wrickem2143.50
      12-27-2021, 09:12 PM   #9982
CarMan77
First Lieutenant
CarMan77's Avatar
United_States
509
Rep
409
Posts

Drives: 2025 Ix50, 2022 Porsche Cayenne E Hybrid
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Maryland

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by TXSTYLE View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by CarMan77 View Post
Picked up Cayenne E-Hybrid. Paid sticker, boo. Only the 2nd time paying sticker, the $7500 tax credit helps ease the pain.
Great pick up! I have always loved those volt painted calipers on Porsche.
Yes, wife has one without the green calipers, not the same.
Appreciate 1
TXSTYLE14935.00
      12-27-2021, 09:19 PM   #9983
TXSTYLE
"Salud"
TXSTYLE's Avatar
United_States
14935
Rep
4,883
Posts

Drives: F01 & F15 / Mineral White
Join Date: May 2013
Location: The GYM! (The Burbs - N TX)

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by CarMan77 View Post
Yes, wife has one without the green calipers, not the same.
What color is the car? Looks similar to Moonstone on BMW.
Appreciate 1
CarMan77508.50
      12-27-2021, 09:40 PM   #9984
CarMan77
First Lieutenant
CarMan77's Avatar
United_States
509
Rep
409
Posts

Drives: 2025 Ix50, 2022 Porsche Cayenne E Hybrid
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Maryland

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by TXSTYLE View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by CarMan77 View Post
Yes, wife has one without the green calipers, not the same.
What color is the car? Looks similar to Moonstone on BMW.
Cashmere Beige Metallic

I need to take better pictures. This photo from PDI gives a better idea of the color.
Attached Images
  
Appreciate 6
TXSTYLE14935.00
stein_325i25297.00
Mosaud19984128.00
DNYC1919479.50
Dino GT35069.50
3798j13061.50
      12-27-2021, 09:41 PM   #9985
CarMan77
First Lieutenant
CarMan77's Avatar
United_States
509
Rep
409
Posts

Drives: 2025 Ix50, 2022 Porsche Cayenne E Hybrid
Join Date: Apr 2012
Location: Maryland

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by TXSTYLE View Post
I am all all about Detailing my rides. By admission, I've always been a Meguiars guy for 9ver 2 Decades. But for the last year or so, Turtle Wax entire Ceramic lineup can NOT be beat! If you're not familiar or haven't tried any, let this be your first purchase. You will NOT be disappointed... 💯
Ordering some tomorrow.
Appreciate 2
TXSTYLE14935.00
Mosaud19984128.00
      12-28-2021, 12:10 AM   #9986
Autobacs
Captain
Autobacs's Avatar
United_States
1462
Rep
782
Posts

Drives: 2019 BMW X6M
Join Date: Apr 2016
Location: WA state

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Nissan GTR GR6 Billet Baskets for the Dual-clutch transmission. Basket B (R, 1, 3, & 5 gears) broke after 17,000 miles of 950 Ft/Lb wheel torque.
Attached Images
 
__________________
2019 BMW X6M
2013 Lexus RX450H
2010 Nissan GTR AMS Omega 14
Appreciate 1
      12-28-2021, 12:21 AM   #9987
M_Six
Free Thinker
M_Six's Avatar
United_States
19211
Rep
7,544
Posts

Drives: 2016 MB GLC300 4matic
Join Date: Jan 2009
Location: Foothills of Mt Level

iTrader: (0)

Working on a project with a friend and I needed a quick and easy backup for our images and files. It stuns me that 2TB is this cheap ($70). I clearly remember paying $40k for a 768GB server. I guess that was 10-12 years ago, which is a lifetime in IT years.
Attached Images
 
__________________
Mark
markj.pics

"Life is uncertain, eat bacon now."
-UncleWede
Appreciate 5
Kilabyte3969.50
Buug95923234.00
TXSTYLE14935.00
Dang3r12481.50
wrickem2143.50
      12-28-2021, 12:25 PM   #9988
TXSTYLE
"Salud"
TXSTYLE's Avatar
United_States
14935
Rep
4,883
Posts

Drives: F01 & F15 / Mineral White
Join Date: May 2013
Location: The GYM! (The Burbs - N TX)

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by CarMan77 View Post
Ordering some tomorrow.
Keep me posted after you try it. You won't be disappointed.
I use their entire Ceramic lineup and both my cars surfaces stay slick!

Here's a nice video from a independent detailer:

Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks


Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 09:47 AM.




5post
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST