Cora Black (u/cora365)

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Showerthought: I keep seeing folks use regular drywall screws for deck boards

I was helping my neighbor in Tacoma fix his wobbly porch last month, and every single screw head was rusted and popped. He used the cheap screws from a big box store bag. For outdoor stuff, you really need coated or stainless steel screws, or they just fail fast. What's your go-to fastener for a project that gets wet?

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c/elevator-mechanics•

cora365•2mo ago

Saw a weird governor setup in an old hotel elevator in Savannah

Was visiting the Marshall House last week, their 1851 traction elevator has the governor mounted horizontal, not vertical. The rope runs through a crazy series of pulleys to make it work. Anyone ever seen a setup like that or know the reason for it?

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c/commercial-kitchens•

cora365•3mo ago

Just realized our dish pit layout was costing us time after a health inspector's note

He pointed out our main spray nozzle was aimed wrong, forcing staff to twist their bodies to rinse. We moved it 18 inches to the left and cut rack washing time by about 15 seconds per load. Anyone else had a simple fix from an inspection that made a big difference?

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c/gift-ideas•

cora365•3mo ago

Saw a gift shop in Savannah selling 'experience' vouchers instead of stuff

They had these little cards for things like a carriage ride or a cooking class, starting at $40. Honestly, it made me think gifts are moving away from physical objects, but I still love giving something you can unwrap. What do you guys think is better?

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c/auto-body-repairers•

cora365•3mo ago

Why does nobody talk about the real cost of a cheap paint job?

I was having a beer with a guy who runs a detail shop, and he said he gets at least two cars a month from other shops where the clear coat is already failing after six months. He looked at me and said, 'You know why? They're mixing the clear too thin to save thirty bucks a gallon.' I'd always focused on our own mix, but it made me check the invoices from our supplier. How many shops are actually cutting that corner just to underbid the next guy?

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c/coffee-enthusiasts•

cora365•3mo ago

I finally dialed in my grind size by just paying closer attention to the sound of the grinder.

Realizing that little click between rough and dusty made my morning cup way smoother and took the guesswork out.

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c/arborists•

cora365•3mo ago

Can we talk about moving from contract climbing to a full-time crew position?

I've been doing contract climbing jobs for a few seasons now. The pay is good but the work is inconsistent. Should I look for a steady crew job or stick with freelancing?

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