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  1. Kobayashi

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    First of all, holy shit, it's been 25 years since that release? That's rustling how old it makes me feel. Second of all, the fact they went through any effort to rerelease that turd is extra rustling. If she's never seen it, you should get her as hyped up as everyone was when it came out just so...
  2. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

    My god...
  3. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

    Technically, mine does too. Want to really impress me, show me one that fills from below!
  4. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

    Brb, need to go apologize to the wife.
  5. Kobayashi

    Health Problems

    Interesting, I thought I needed a script to get anything like that done. Had zero expectations of insurance paying a dime, so, it's nice to not go through a gatekeeper
  6. Kobayashi

    Health Problems

    At the time, I realized I was in my late 20s and didn't know it, just thought it was a piece of information I should know. I figured I'd ask since they were drawing blood anyway, what's one more test tube. I ended up donating blood and finding out. I've used that information since then a grand...
  7. Kobayashi

    Health Problems

    Edit: double post
  8. Kobayashi

    Health Problems

    I'm not sure why, but the last few PCPs I've had have been complete dicks about this. I've explicitly said I was ok with paying out of pocket for it. Craziest one in my opinion was refusing testing for my blood type - I was going to do a draw already for the standard lipid panel and asked if...
  9. Kobayashi

    Health Problems

    I'm about a third of the way in. Really interesting so far. Sold me on his panel of tests, so, I started looking in to his company. Never a good sign when prices aren't posted. Looks like it's 600 for the genetic portion (which I'd probably skip) and then another 600 for the blood panel...
  10. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

  11. Kobayashi

    Home Improvement

    I personally hate small engines, so, I bought a Greenworks mower the minute I moved into my first house - was on about 1/4 of an acre. I'm a big fan. I could mow in the morning or at night and not feel like a jerk making a bunch of noise. I could do my lawn front and back on the two included...
  12. Kobayashi

    Home buying thread

    I agree with the other posters, best bet is a power meter where you are monitoring the load on each breaker. One thought before that: do you have a water softener? Timing-wise, seems roughly when they usually get set to recharge. Load is way high for that, but maybe it's got a higher impedance...
  13. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

  14. Kobayashi

    Home Improvement

    Did you get one of those Midea U shaped window units or something else inverter based? If so, I'd say it's plausible that it'd be that low since it's supplementing your whole home unit. Have you considered a portable ac unit for your son? They're a little noisier since everything is indoors...
  15. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

    This is very useful, all set to lick that Zinc I've had lying around. I was surprised at Iodine first, but then thought since it's a halogen, what we're actually consuming probably isn't elemental Iodine.
  16. Kobayashi

    Death and... Taxes.

    Big fan. I've used them for a couple of years now. There was a little trepidation the first time since I hadn't heard of them before, so, I wanted to make sure it wasn't a scam. I used to use turbotax, but they've continuously jacked up their prices and my taxes have gotten simpler (I haven't...
  17. Kobayashi

    Home Improvement

    I forgot to mention flooring stuff in my rage about Lowes. If doing vinyl plank, I highly recommend going with the 100% water proof material. Don't settle for the water resistant varieties to save a few bucks. I was extremely careful in my living room and still ended up with a spot where it...
  18. Kobayashi

    Home Improvement

    I hope it goes smoothly for you. I'll never make the mistake of hiring a contractor through Lowes again. We had our gutters done through them and they subbed it out to the shittiest company possible. Then, when we had problems, they basically told us to take it up with the company directly and...
  19. Kobayashi

    The Fishing Thread

    I like the flex tape idea, might have to do that. Was looking at this thing, but it feels like massive overkill for a sacrificial part. How often do you have to re-apply? https://strictlysailinc.com/products/berley-pro-bumper-pro Definitely going to do livescope or active target at some...
  20. Kobayashi

    The Fishing Thread

    I really like your setup. Any accessories you feel are must have and any that were a waste? I was planning to start with a keel guard on my pro angler since I will be launching from a sandy beach predominantly, but I noticed you aren't using one - has your keel had any wear?
  21. Kobayashi

    Whats rustling your jimmies?

    I swear, corporate IT forgets they're a support group - they're not producing anything, but they never seem to care if their bullshit impacts the productivity of those that do. My work laptop has this weird hardware issue where it won't post unless Ethernet is plugged in, but I've dealt doing...
  22. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    I haven't heard much about the new engine. I think it's been in the Highlander and some Lexus vehicles for the last couple of years. Do they have specific issues or are you just not a fan of turbo 4s in general?
  23. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    Shifter not obnoxiously big enough. Please waste more usable space. Exterior styling is improved, not like that was a challenge. Looks a bit too busy on the sides as a solid color, needs some contrast. That brown one with the black fenders looks way better. Overall, I'd say meh, but I wouldn't...
  24. Kobayashi

    MLB 2024: Rangers Conquer Texas, Then America

    No, fuck that. Take them out of the game completely. We have the technology to get it right, don't slow down the game with having to challenge a ball or a strike. Could you imagine that rule with Angel Hernandez behind the plate?
  25. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

    I'll always see the Rock Band font when I see the Zimbabwe monopoly money. I also appreciate that they gave up on making new graphics for their ever increasingly absurd hyperinflation notes, so they're all that same stack of rocks.
  26. Kobayashi

    Death and... Taxes.

    That's good to know. My fear was that it'd somehow look like a contribution in the new tax year if it wasn't properly accounted for in the previous. Turns out I've got even more HSA issues - my wife over contributed to hers. Had her file to pull the cash out, now I'm just seeing if it goes...
  27. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    I personally wouldn't own/drive a Land Rover without a warranty (I wouldn't own one in general as well, but you can't always talk your family out of bad decisions). Doug Demuro famously bought a used Range Rover with a 6 year bumper to bumper warranty and it nearly paid out what he bought the...
  28. Kobayashi

    Chat GPT AI

    God damnit, it's HedBERG! I can't stand going through multiple posts with everyone getting it wrong. HEDBERG.
  29. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    I think it's a pretty common modification, definitely gives it a cleaner look. Would definitely depend on my local police's disposition though. Here's a pretty good example, the only thing they fucked up was adding those fake engine vents to the fender that were popular for a while for some...
  30. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    If you're going to recommend those two turds, at least have the decency to recommend an awesome Chrysler product: Ok, fine, almost awesome - it was only automatic and wasn't all there in the horsepower department. It would have been perfect if they went forward with the Howler concept. It...
  31. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    That thing is awesome. Wish my driving wasn't mostly highway where this would get me killed.
  32. Kobayashi

    Hash House Harriers

    This shit sounds like a degenerate Michelob Ultra commercial. I'll keep my exercise and drinking habits separate, thank you very much!
  33. Kobayashi

    2024-2025 NFL Season - Dak Prescott's MVP Tour Part 2

    Is there a way to short sell someone's financials? Something tells me this dude doesn't have the best financial planning skills.
  34. Kobayashi

    MLB 2024: Rangers Conquer Texas, Then America

    Was anyone else confused at first with Seattle on the map? I demand they change it to MROAD if they include it!
  35. Kobayashi

    Car ?'s

    Early adopters got screwed, they slashed prices by 25k, are probably weeks from insolvency, and NHTSA is investigating claims of unintended movement. The Fisker reddit might be home to some of the saltiest people on the planet at the moment. https://www.reddit.com/r/Fisker/
  36. Kobayashi

    Funny, Strange, Random Pics

    Yes, why indeed.
  37. Kobayashi

    What vehicle do you drive?

    I feel like you've covered things pretty well. Maybe add the Lexus IS250C to your list? You could also perhaps do a Nissan 350/370Z or Infiniti G37? Borderline ones since I'm not sure how good parts availability would be: Saturn Sky, Pontiac Solstice, and Saab 9-3.
  38. Kobayashi

    2024-2025 NFL Season - Dak Prescott's MVP Tour Part 2

    Come on, "He's a winner!" That argument worked out so well for Tebow after all.
  39. Kobayashi

    2024-2025 NFL Season - Dak Prescott's MVP Tour Part 2

    Seems like a lot for a predominantly blocking TE. He's got good hands and was pretty reliable when called upon in the passing game though. I think he was missed in the NFC championship game last year. If the Lions don't match, I think he'll be a great role player in SF.
  40. Kobayashi

    Death and... Taxes.

    Anyone ever have to fight with their HSA custodian to update their 1099-SA? I got paid back via check after the new year by a medical provider for something insurance eventually covered and deposited the money back to them as a mistaken distribution. I've reviewed 3 articles like the one below...