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KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 5 Jan 2025 10:58pm - Edited by: KinAlberta Reply Something for buyers of old cabins to be aware of: Apparently some sellers illegally create dangerous fake receptacle grounds on old wiring: Illegal Outlet Hack House Flippers Are Scamming Buyers With https://youtu.be/BYvM8hkO_-E?si=vELGuOaiMa1TTQXA

paulz Member	# Posted: 6 Jan 2025 08:43am - Edited by: paulz Reply Wow! Makes my wiring look good. At least I’m only 12v.

gcrank1 Member	# Posted: 6 Jan 2025 11:20am Reply Hmmm, wouldn't those 'test out' with one of those plug-in testers?

ICC Member	# Posted: 6 Jan 2025 12:47pm - Edited by: ICC Reply The common 3 led tester will not indicate a fail for what is called a "bootleg ground". watch this video... https://youtu.be/_04HmpFBxdQ?si=rYyDvYjvehqppcsR The Sure Test tester costs almost $500

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 9 Jan 2025 03:06pm - Edited by: KinAlberta Reply The fires in California got me thinking about reducing the fire risk from my wood decks and fences. Maybe some modifications within say a foot or two of buildings would be enough to stop the spread of fire to the structure. I didn’t know that some brands of PT wood will have fire retardants added in. A few interesting links: How to Build a Fire Resistant Deck - Fine Homebuilding https://www.finehomebuilding.com/project-guides/decks/decks-that-stand-up-to-wildfire Dek Gard Fire Retardant Additive For Stains https://www.natfire.com/product/dekgard-fire-retardant-additive-for-stains/ Armstrong-Clark Flame Retardant Wood Stain - PaintPRO http://www.paintpro.net/Articles/PP603/PP603_ProdProfiles.cfm Just stumbled on this link from this forum so I thought I’d cross-reference it. Great writeup: Designing for Fire Resistance - Small Cabin Forum https://www.small-cabin.com/forum/2_6921_0.html

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 14 Feb 2025 06:57pm Reply Still being made under new name and it just raises questions: End Of An Era! Kohler Engines SOLD! Is It The End Of This Iconic Brand? https://youtu.be/XzPLWtbrmEY

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 12 Mar 2025 09:51am Reply These look useful: The Best Electrical Box is the One You Have NEVER Tried - Fiberglass https://youtu.be/_BkYht1CwDo

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 18 Mar 2025 12:27am Reply Interesting article. Seems that Starlink would only delay the rollout of fibre until the performance difference is so large that most customers actively push for fiber expansion to their region. Over time Starlink might also be able to boost its performance. 'Inferior' Starlink Will Leave Rural Americans Worse Off, Says Ousted Federal Official https://gizmodo.com/inferior-starlink-will-leave-rural-americans-worse-off-says-ouste d-federal-official-2000576818

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 28 Mar 2025 04:25pm Reply Older video showing why cabin owners need to buy half decent deadbolts. Breaking in to Residential deadbolts--The Illusion of Security https://youtu.be/CoZc038UPyE

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 28 Mar 2025 04:36pm Reply Pretty funny to watch “Not a Lock” vs. 10/10 Rated Master Lock - YouTube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bbYxr7-HZ4E&t=2s&pp=2AECkAIB

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 18 Apr 2025 10:43am - Edited by: KinAlberta Reply Don’t rely on cheap padlocks: Snapping open locks - (a “Lock Picking Lawyer” video) https://youtu.be/eXQqdkY0IBg

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 18 Apr 2025 01:22pm Reply Breaking News!!! https://youtube.com/shorts/oqcasFTB2a4?si=itfGV4AA2IC4xMO1 My first thought on this: Sooooo true!!! Or is it? Youtube has come to the rescue to show millions how to do something themselves. So which is it?

KinAlberta Member	# Posted: 18 Apr 2025 01:38pm - Edited by: KinAlberta Reply Is everyone aware of these porch lights with integrated outlets/receptacles? Anyone try one? They seem like they’d be a handy solution where a regular receptacle was never installed. Porch Lights with Outlet, Dusk to Dawn Outdoor Light with Outlet Built-in, Waterproof Anti-Rust Lantern Outside Light with GFCI Outlet, Wall Sconce Light with Plug for Front Door (Bronze) - Walmart.com https://www.walmart.com/ip/Porch-Lights-Outlet-Dusk-Dawn-Outdoor-Light-Outlet-Built-i n-Waterproof-Anti-Rust-Lantern-Outside-Light-GFCI-Outlet-Wall-Sconce-Light-Plug-Front -Door/12009118873