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Current rust shop11/24/2023 In my opinion, these just don’t work as advertised. This car hadn’t even seen its first oil change yet, and it had a rust module but was already showing some rust. “I was working on a new Corolla the other day that had a rust module installed at the dealership. “I’ve yet to see a car with a rust module installed that isn’t rusting,” he says. Major’s hobby has led to an interesting observation. Then, he inspects the body, beneath the body panels, for signs of rust. When he repairs vehicles with body damage, he takes note of whether or not they have a rust module installed. Major works in Northern Ontario, where vehicles are exposed to large amounts of salt. “Thing is, in those applications, the metal exterior surface is always wet or damp, allowing the signal to conduct powerfully and fully throughout the metal structure or body.” “Electronic rust protection works, though it’s designed for applications like underground fuel tanks and large boats,” says Jeff Major, a collision repair technician. Though the science behind electronic rust protection is sound, it’s generally recognized as ineffective on a vehicle body. Often, the module is powered by your vehicle battery and has several electrodes hooked up to conductive body parts. These promise to stop rust from forming throughout your entire vehicle by conducting an electric current or ‘signal’ through its metal parts. Use extreme caution when considering an electronic rust module. It should be noted that products like this are really meant to be used in out-of-the-way areas where function counts more than appearance. There were a few complaints about canisters arriving with damaged spray nozzles, and at least one user complained that the waxy coating collected dirt. User satisfaction was generally very high well over 80%, in fact. Jenolite doesn't talk about its special formula, but the name makes us think lanolin is likely one of the components. The manufacturer says that the rust-preventing Waxoil coating will self-heal if it receives minor damage. It's especially useful for wheel arches, chassis components, suspension members, and the inside of steel box-section assemblies like doors or sills. Waxoil Spray is a thick, waxy mist that can be applied to exposed metal anywhere. Jenolite Waxoil rust-preventative spray comes from the UK, where they really need such products. The best thing about California, he says, is that cars don't rust there. One of this editor's best friends hails from the UK but now calls California home. User reviews commonly praise the product’s viscosity - which is thick enough to stay in place without worry, but also thin enough to absorb into smaller gaps. For strategic spot lubrication and rust prevention, White Lithium Grease Spray is a go-to. A waterproof, corrosion-protecting seal is left behind, and the white color makes it easy to see where it’s been applied. Typically used for spot application, lithium grease is somewhat costly per unit, but the benefits are numerous: the product has a buttery, paste-like texture and is designed to stay in place without dripping or running. This type of rust inhibitor is commonly used on a regular basis to seal, lubricate and protect trunk and tailgate release latches, gears, tracks, power window slider components, throttle cables, rust-prone suspension mounting points, sunroof assemblies, and more. An aerosol can contains high-purity lithium-based lubricants and oxidation inhibitors, and a needle-tip enables precise application. CRC White Lithium Grease Spray is an ideal product to keep in your garage or toolbox to help prevent rust and lubricate hinges, latches, and other similar components on your car, truck or crossover.
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Macro fish fins and scales11/24/2023 Fish can be "minimally processed" or "heavily processed" from a packer/ distributor/ fisherman, and then left (the cleaned, large slabs/ fillets) to be further processed and/or divided according to the retailors' individual prefrences.įinally, one last point. YSG originally posted, doesn't translate to having unprocessed, scales-attached-to-the-skin fish pieces/ fillets. So buying fish "directly fom the packer," as Dr. (Compare this to poultry: you often buy chicken with its skin on, but, thank Heavens, it has been plucked of its feathers (hopefully) and washed/ scrubbed down.) They don't have the silver and black shiny (reflective) look that the scales give the fish when completely intact. Many pieces of salmon are sold with their skin on (for looks or taste to keep the flavor locked in when seared/ grilled etc.) but the skins are smooth and clean = appetizing. In other words: just because the skin is on, doesn't mean the scales are STILL attached. (I've done work at a fish wholesale place and am aware of the way - in certain places - the fish is processed, and the general setup /layout of a medium scale fish production place.) One can assume that the mashgiach made sure to check the large cases of boxes storing the dozens of fish before he gave his approval to allow these fish to be cleaned, packed and sealed. The spine was probably discarded, bones picked out etc.) (Did they buy it whole with the head, tail and and the pieces attached to the fins still intact? I doubt it. YSG never said the fish, coming from the packer, came in before it was gutted, cleaned and turned into a nice piece of fillet (with the skin on.) was SCALED! "We picked up some halibut for Pesach directly from the packer." Dr. YSG couldn't find scales may very well be because the fish, after having been checked for kaskeses (scales) by a knowledgable, torah observant expert drumroll please. They are experts in fish production AND all the relevant Halachic sources AND clearly have excellent systems in place to ensure ONLY kosher fish is being processed and then packed with their seal. YSG initially posted, which makes irrelevant all the nice, scholarly responses, complete with sources, to this post.įirst of all: "The box clearly was sealed with the O-K." Great. I would like to point out something seemingly obvious to me based on the info Dr. It answers succintly how to check for scales. Printed with permission of the OU and originally appeared in "Daf HaKashrus". HOW TO CHECK A FISH TO DETERMINE KOSHER STATUS:īy: Rabbi Chaim Goldberg - OU Rabbinic Coordinator: Fish Industry
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Bed bug squish11/23/2023 When a bed bug is squished, its body ruptures, and a mixture of blood and fecal matter is released. So while squishing a bed bug may be tempting, it’s best to avoid doing so altogether. Not only can this fluid stain your sheets and clothing, but it can also attract other bed bugs to the area, making the infestation worse.Īdditionally, squishing a bed bug can cause its fecal matter to spread, which can contain harmful pathogens and trigger allergic reactions in some people. When you squish a bed bug, it releases fluid and pathogens it may be carrying. While squishing a bed bug may seem like a quick and effective solution, it can actually make matters worse. If you notice signs of an allergic reaction or infection, seek medical attention immediately. However, some people may experience severe allergic reactions to bed bug bites, and in rare cases, a secondary skin infection may develop. In most cases, bed bug bites will heal on their own over time, and you can use over-the-counter creams or lotions to soothe the itching and pain. Although their bites can be irritating and painful, bed bugs are not considered a vector for diseases. The first thing you should know is that bed bugs aren’t known to transmit pathogens via their bites. In this article, we’ll explore what happens when you squish a bed bug, the potential risks involved, and what you should do instead to minimize the risk of transmission and prevent infestations from getting worse. However, before you do so, it’s important to understand the risks involved with squishing a bed bug. If you’re dealing with a bed bug infestation, the thought of eliminating these pests by squishing them may naturally cross your mind. Introduction: What happens if I squish a bed bug?īed bugs are an annoying and problematic pest that can cause havoc on your health, sleep quality, and overall well-being if left untreated. Take a look at this fascinating video on Bed Bugs, I guarantee you’ll find it interesting: They can provide guidance on the best ways to eliminate bed bugs without causing additional problems. Consult a professional if you’re unsure: If you’re not sure what to do about a bed bug infestation, it’s always best to consult a professional pest control company. This is particularly effective for removing bed bugs from carpets, furniture, and other fabrics.ĥ. Use a vacuum cleaner to eliminate bed bugs instead: Rather than squishing bed bugs, consider using a vacuum cleaner with a HEPA filter to suck up the pests. To be safe, use protective gloves and a face mask when handling dead bugs.Ĥ. Dead bed bugs can still cause allergic reactions: Even after they have been killed, bed bugs can still trigger allergic reactions in some people. Bed bugs release a foul odor when squished: If you do happen to squash a bed bug, be prepared for a rather unpleasant odor that resembles spoiled raspberries or rotting fruit.ģ. Avoid squishing bed bugs as much as possible: While it may be tempting to crush these pesky insects under your shoe or with a tissue, doing so could end up making the infestation worse.Ģ. So, don’t panic if you find one crawling on you – just take the appropriate steps to properly dispose of it.ġ. Remember, while bed bug bites can be irritating and painful, they aren’t known to transmit diseases. This will help prevent the spread of any potential pathogens and disrupt the bed bug’s breeding cycle. So, what should you do if you find a bed bug crawling on you? The best course of action is to carefully capture it in a container or plastic bag and dispose of it in a sealed garbage can.
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Nasas budget11/23/2023 Their report claimed that it was not possible to implement the VSE (specifically, the development of the lander needed to return to the Moon) without a one-third increase in the agency budget, so a refocusing of the strategic direction of the agency (one more “flexible” than the VSE) was necessary. Flexible Path was the course advocated by the Augustine committee, who had been tapped to evaluate NASA’s implementation of the VSE. No destination was named (though a human mission to one of the Earth-Moon L-points or to a near-Earth asteroid was posited), rather the agency was asked to design generic systems that, in theory, could take us anywhere. After this administration terminated the VSE, they endorsed another program called Flexible Path. That post was written when NASA still had a strategic direction – the now-discarded Vision for Space Exploration (VSE). Right?Ī couple of years ago, I wrote an essay stating that more money for NASA was not the answer to their problems. Think of all the missions we could do! No more either Space Launch System (SLS) or commercial launch – we do both! No longer either James Webb telescope or Mars missions – we do both! All issues resolved, all problems solved, all constituencies satisfied. The very thought of a doubled space budget is one to start the salivary glands of most space cadets watering overtime. Initially taken aback, Jon Stewart, the show’s host, ending the segment by proclaiming Tyson his preferred choice for President in 2012. Neil believes that a strong, vigorous space program inspires the next generation to take up scientific and technical studies, fields of endeavor vital to our nation’s future. He made the point that the current total budget for the civil space program is less than one-half of one percent, so doubling the budget would still result in less than one percent spending on space. During the program, Neil suggested that NASA’s budget should be doubled. The Performance and Accountability Report then reports on NASA’s progress toward achieving NASA’s financial and mission goals during the past fiscal year.Astronomer Neil Tyson, a friend dating from the Aldridge Commission, recently appeared on Comedy Central’s Daily Show to promote his new book. Next in line comes the Budget Estimates and Performance Plan. It lays out NASA’s Vision and Mission, as well as its near- and long-term goals and objectives. The Strategic Plan defines our plans for exploration and discovery and presents our benefits to the American public and the world. The Budget Estimates is part of a trio of documents (all produced by the Office of the CFO) that form NASA’s strategic planning and performance base. Budget Estimates also presents the Performance Plan, the document that details how NASA will achieve the goals and objectives presented in the Strategic Plan for the upcoming fiscal year. The program management, with the assistance of CFO analysts, create write-ups that provide a performance framework for the request, including accomplishments from the past fiscal year, goals and objectives, risks and mitigation efforts, the program’s relevance to the Nation, technical commitments, and a schedule for major milestones. This means that institutional activities, such as personnel and facilities, are included in each program’s budget. Entitled Budget Estimates, this document presents the request in full cost (since the FY04 request) for the next fiscal year by appropriation accounts (e.g., Exploration, Science, and Aeronautics and Exploration Capabilities) and the programs that enable those accounts. The Office of the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) is responsible for preparing NASA’s annual fiscal year budget request, which is delivered to Congress and the Office of Management and Budget on the first business day of February.
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Avocado slicer and pitter11/23/2023 The value of this product isn’t very good. The pit remover is made of nylon and works well in theory, but individual results may vary. The tool is made of stainless steel for the slicer and the handle. This tool only has a pit remover and a slicer it does not have a knife component. The design of the Amco tool isn’t anywhere near as good as the Joseph GoAvocado 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer, which removes the pit, slices the avocado, and has a foldable knife built into the bottom. Thankfully, the slicer works much better and cuts the avocado into eleven thin slices, which are many more slices than other comparable tools. Unfortunately, the pit remover isn’t the most effective because it can end up mashing the avocado while you attempt to remove the pit. While this avocado slicer and pitter may not have all the features of the OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer, it nonetheless is a great tool if all you need to do is remove avocado pits and slice up the rest. Related: Read the Automatic Kitchen Stirrer Blender Utensil review Performance To learn more about the Intex Excursion Pro Kayak, and other… Fit two on this watercraft, and don’t worry, as it includes a manual pump and two oars to get started. The kayak is built from a sturdy laminate PVC material and features a polyester core it’s also lightweight and resistant to sunlight damage. Sale Intex Excursion Pro Kayak, Professional Series… Check Price MARCHWAY Floating Waterproof Dry Bag… Check Price ECOTEK Outdoors Hybern8 Ultralight Inflatable… Check Price The best piece of outdoor gear is the Intex Excursion Pro Kayak this professional series inflatable fishing kayak is great for time out on the lake. No matter the adventure that you have planned, we’ve got the best equipment to enhance your experience. You may need a sleeping pad for overnight camping or a dry bag to keep your gear safe. If you’re heading out for a weekend in the woods, we’ll help you find the best products to take on your journey. Outdoor Gear To find the best outdoor gear, we assembled a list of products, taking a close look at the factors that would make each great for a camping trip or other outdoor adventure, including each product’s overall size, weight, and durability.
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Adobe photoshop trial windows 811/23/2023 If you already have an Adobe account, skip this step.īe very attentive while selecting a suitable plan. In general, there are 3 variants: Monthly, Yearly (billed monthly), Yearly (billed upfront). After the trial period expires, you need to choose the payment plan. You’ll be redirected to the confirmation page. Paying $52.99/month, you get all Adobe apps within Creative Cloud. All Apps plan is relatively expensive, but it’s still a good bang for the buck.Of course, you can add more storage by paying ($10 for 1TB per month). However, Adobe Fresco isn’t included in this pack. Photography plan is ideal for photographers who also want Adobe Lightroom.In addition, you get Adobe Fresco, 100GB of cloud storage, and a 7-day free trial for $20.99/month. In this case, you can use Photoshop both on your desktop computer and iPad. Photoshop plan is probably the most winning option.Among all the software options, find Photoshop and click “Start Free Trial”. Go to “Creative & Design” and choose “View all product”. The first step is to visit the official Adobe website. In order to get Photoshop free trial version for 7 days, follow these steps: After a week, Adobe will offer you the opportunity to continue using Photoshop by selecting one of the plans and buying a subscription. It’s an opportunity to test all the software’s tools and decide whether it is worth paying for them.Īdobe Photoshop trial is available for 7 days. But you can surely download a free trial of Photoshop. Actually, you can’t use Photoshop free completely forever.
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Benzene in sunscreen side effects11/23/2023 Oxybenzone can permeate across the skin and accumulate in blood, the kidneys and the liver, and may be toxic to liver cells. Organ System Toxicity: The European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) classifies benzophenone as a known toxicant because benzophenone can cause liver hypertrophy in the rat at lower doses. In addition, BP4 interferes with the expression of genes that control sex hormones in zebrafish, a species widely used to measure endocrine activity of substances. īenzophenone 4 (BP4) has low levels of estrogenic activity in studies of cells, but this activity did not lead to changes in body weight and length in fish, which is a sensitive measure of estrogen exposure. BP2, BP8 and THB stimulate the proliferation (growth and multiplication) of MCF-7 cells, which are used to test for estrogenic activity. Although the evidence is mixed with regard to oxybenzone’s capacity to mimic estrogen, it can be converted into other forms that exhibit estrogenic potencies such as BP8 and 2,4,4’-trihydroxy-benzophenone (THB). Studies in adult rats found that oxybenzones do not have effects on the uterus. Studies of estrogenic activity and reproductive effects of oxybenzone found that oxybenzone can alter reproductive endpoints in fish species. Other research suggests oxybenzone has estrogenic activity, as indicated by studies of estrogen-sensitive MCF-7 breast cancer cell lines, but other studies found less estrogenic activity. Some studies indicate that the benzophenone derivative, oxybenzone, can elicit strong anti-androgenic activities in a human breast carcinoma cell line MDA-kb2. The European Commission on Endocrine Disruption has determined that there is not yet sufficient evidence that benzophenone itself is a human endocrine disruptor. Studies in adult rats show that benzophenones that are metabolized can exhibit estrogenic activities. However, studies of benzophenone in juvenile female rats conclude that benzophenone s not estrogenic itself, but may become estrogenic when it is metabolized by the body into other chemicals (for instance, the benzophenone metabolite p-hydrosybenzophenone is estrogenic). Some studies indicate that benzophenone has little estrogenic activity. The evidence linking benzophenone and different derivatives to endocrine disruption is complex, and research suggests that different benzophenones have different endocrine effects. It can affect the endocrine system indirectly by changing gene expression. Įndocrine disruption: Benzophenone and its derived chemicals may influence the endocrine system. Experimental studies suggest benzophenone may lead to several kinds of tumors. Cancer: The California EPA’s Proposition 65 list identifies benzophenone as a possible human carcinogen.
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Nintendo switch 6411/23/2023 Spoiler: Or even better, make a mod where you replace Yooka with JonTron. Banjo Kazooie is one of Rare's most famous and beloved franchises to come to… 18K subscribers in the BanjoKazooie community. The Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack service hasn't gotten the same treatment of several monthly games the way the base subscription has, outside of Paper Mario being announced for the system on December 12. “Yeah, we sure showed them!” boasts the trouble loving bird. That's especially so for any games that make liberal use of the C-buttons.Banjo kazooie guh huh. After all, button layouts between the N64 pad and Pro Controller differ significantly, which can make certain games a little awkward to play. Having the pad is nice, of course, for those looking for a more authentic N64 experience on the Switch. The N64 controller for Switch is very much a novelty, and as a result is purely ancillary to the experience of playing N64 games on the console via Nintendo Switch Online's Expansion Pack tier. Do you need to buy the N64 controller for Switch? That means that once the controller is paired, you can use it in both docked and handheld modes. The N64 is connected wirelessly to your Nintendo Switch console in the same way that the Pro and Joy-Con controllers are. But do keep in mind that your mileage will vary here, given that the button layout and a number of buttons differ between the N64 and Pro Controllers. That means that you'll be able to use the pad for games outside of the Expansion Pack's N64 collection. The functionality is a step above what we'd normally expect from these controller re-releases, but we're happy Nintendo went above and beyond to include one of the N64 controller's most unique features for its time.Īnother great feature is the ability to use the N64 controller for Switch as if it was a Pro Controller. The controller also has vibration support and, much like the N64's Rumble Pak add-on, will work for certain N64 titles on Switch like Starfox 64. Besides the included USB A-C cable you'll need to charge the controller, of course. The N64 controller for Switch is wireless, meaning that just like the excellent Nintendo Switch Pro Controller, there are no cables to deal with. Like the C buttons, the Z button's use will change from game to game, but standout uses of it include "Z-targeting" in The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time and Majora's Mask, as well as for firing weapons in GoldenEye 007 or Perfect Dark. Tucked away at the back of the controller is the Z button, which by default, your left index finger will rest on top of. However, many games do support left-handed control options, which is where that three-pronged design shines, even if it's a bit underused. The top of the controller is flanked by L and R shoulder buttons, although most N64 games won't even use the L button by default, given that your hands will be holding the center and right handles for general gameplay. The big red "Start" button can't be missed, neither can the prominent analog stick that protrudes from the center of the controller, just above that weird middle prong that you'll actually hold in your left hand. If you're unfamiliar with the N64 pad, the new wireless controller is identical to the original model, featuring large A and B buttons, as well as four directional C buttons, the uses of which will vary from game to game. That could be a very conservative estimate, however, as the Switch Pro Controller can easily last up to 40 hours before that battery is depleted. There's no official info on the battery life, but users of the pad claim it lasts upwards of six hours on a single charge. The colored buttons juxtapose nicely against the slate grey controller, and its form factor, while certainly strange, has a unique charm to it. The N64 controller for Switch, unsurprisingly, bears a striking resemblance to the pad of old. |