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I put on my investigator hat and solved the case of the missing trash can lid. For those still on the edges of their seats. The lid was found and using an 8’ Heavy swimbait pole rigged with a GoPro case I was able to cast, first try, the case right into the middle of the floating lid and reel it back to the edge of the lake where Kasia retrieved it with a stand up paddle board paddle.

Just found out this existed, may have to break my streak of not buying physical media any more for this one, as Tangerine Dream are one of my two favourite bands. A little heavy on the Phaedra/Rubycon years (over-rated) (disks 1-9) -- I was more into them starting with Ricochet and Stratosfear (disks 12-14 and 16), but might still have to get it for the surround mixes, especially of Ricochet. Oedipus Tyrannus is a complete mystery to me.

KEF Muon, Mcintosh.

Cannonball (1976) – it's like a less interesting version of Death Race 2000 Crime Zone (1989)... David Carradine again, this time with a young Sherilyn Fenn

Doom (or is this melodic death or whatever it's called?) with clean vocals! https://violenceintheveins.bandcamp.com/album/avesta To get a taste, either listen to the first track or this one: https://violenceintheveins.bandcamp.com/track/atash

Easily, the worst thing about the Sony is the operating system, especially if you like to do Netflix, etc. All of mine are so full of garbage Android shit that you can not even add the apps for the other services. Had to go through and delete a ton of android shit just to add Disney+ a couple of weeks ago. I like the advanced screen/sound setup options in the Sony more than the LG as it allows for pretty nice setup of the TV, Also, the weird speakers through the screen thing with some of the Sony models actually sound dramatically better than any TV I have ever owned. Never even turn the HT Martin Logan speakers on anymore.

3-5" predicted for tomorrow night into Monday. At least the car is ready.

For you hardware folks,.. Here's some cool tabletop equipment stands I stumbled across. Very reasonable and it sounds like the maker is willing to expand his offerings if the demand is there. https://www.3dwaves.net/

I bought my new impact driver and accessories. Santa has come early.

Oh well, time for a little story. Are you sitting comfortably?, then I'll begin. Bought my OLED on black friday in 2016. I also purchased 3 Year Black Friday Multi-Device Protection Plan - Total Aggregate Claim Limit ($2000) Situation eventually resolved, but much too-ing and fro-ing , including interacting with San Franciso's last TV repair man! https://hoodline.com/2017/06/art-s-tv-to-become-bilingual-preschool-this-fall initial chat transcript ranscript: script: [15:59:02] Stephenie joined the conversation [15:59:02] Thank you for contacting Customer Service. [15:59:10] Grahame ***: plan was * Year Black Friday Multi-Device Protection Plan - Total Aggregate Claim Limit ($****) [15:59:27] Stephenie: Hello. My name is Stephenie, and I will be happy to assist you today. [15:59:36] Grahame ***: Order# ***-*******-******* [15:59:41] Grahame ***: from amazon , [15:59:49] Grahame ***: Ordered on November **, **** [16:00:22] Grahame ***: can you re-send so I can find plan in dashboard and make claim [16:00:49] Grahame ***: TV ordered at the same time has developed an issue [16:01:36] Stephenie: I am happy to assist you regarding this. Unfortunately you are not able to file a claim online but I am happy to assist you in filing the claim. [16:03:23] Grahame ***: Do you know the plan # so I can enter it in the dashboard? [16:03:50] Stephenie: I do but your dashboard will not show that information as you are not able to see your plan online due to the kind of plan that it is. [16:04:07] Grahame ***: aha [16:05:06] Grahame ***: can you send me a copy of the plan by email, so I know whats covered and how to make a claim? [16:05:15] Grahame ***: another email said the ASIN was B**M*FALLE [16:06:42] Stephenie: You may be able to locate your plan here. https://svcplans.assurantsolutions.com/doorbuster-terms-and-conditions [16:06:57] Grahame ***: Grahame *** has been connected. [16:07:23] Stephenie: If you would like to start a claim now I am happy to assist you. [16:08:37] Grahame ***: I''m just reading the info , [16:08:48] Grahame ***: meets the purchase criteria [16:08:48] Grahame ***: Your Plan must have been purchased between **/**/**** – **/**/****. [16:09:05] Stephenie: Would you like to file a claim today? [16:09:10] Grahame ***: To arrange for service, call our Protection Plan Provider at *-***-***-****. The Assurant Black Friday Multi-Device Protection Plan Provider must authorize all repairs and service in advance. If your repair is not satisfactory, please contact us. [16:09:16] Grahame ***: yes please , [16:09:22] Grahame ***: lets get this started [16:09:30] Stephenie: Wonderful, what is going on with your TV? [16:10:03] Grahame ***: TV is LG Electronics OLED**B*P Flat **-Inch *K Ultra HD Smart OLED TV (**** Model) [16:10:11] Grahame ***: Ordered on November **, **** Order# ***-*******-******* [16:10:30] Grahame ***: The picture is now intermittent [16:10:47] Grahame ***: when you turn it on , a (perfect) iamge displays briefly [16:10:54] Grahame ***: then goes black [16:11:23] Grahame ***: and then the image will display briefly , ( under a second) [16:11:29] Grahame ***: then black [16:11:40] Grahame ***: independant of input [16:12:10] Grahame ***: e.g happens when using the Smart TV features , no external input [16:12:15] Grahame ***: or any external input [16:12:43] Grahame ***: TV still outputs audio OK , even when no picture [16:13:00] Grahame ***: frustrating! [16:13:15] Stephenie: I am very sorry that is happening when did that start? [16:13:22] Grahame ***: Just yesterday [16:13:41] Grahame ***: and your chat opened today. [16:14:39] Stephenie: Thank you, and what was your purchase price? [16:15:00] Grahame ***: Item(s) Subtotal: $*,***.** Shipping & Handling: $*.** Total before tax: $*,***.** Estimated tax to be collected: $***.** Grand Total: $*,***.** [16:16:29] Stephenie: Thank you, and I am seeing your address as, CA ***** and could I have you verify your phone number? [16:16:41] Grahame ***: address is correct [16:16:53] Grahame ***: home phone is (***)-***-**** [16:17:07] Grahame ***: Cell/Mobile *** *** **** [16:17:46] Stephenie: Thank you Grahame , the last thing we will need is for you to send in a copy of your receipt. We need this receipt so that we finish processing you claim. The receipt of the product must include the following: Product make, model, serial number (if possible), day shipped/bought, and purchase price. [16:17:59] Stephenie: You can email us your order confirmation, shipment confirmation, or a screenshot of the order details page. You can email us your receipt for the product to: [email protected]. Please make sure to write "Amazon ********" in the subject line of your email. We will send you an email within *-* business days notifying you that we received it and what the next steps of your claim are. [16:18:33] Grahame ***: device details [16:18:34] Grahame ***: https://photos.app.goo.gl/*p**a*h*AXarCJD** [16:18:58] Stephenie: That does need to be emailed in to complete the claim. [16:19:06] Grahame ***: Grahame *** has been disconnected. And this is my call log / tracking of the whole saga including the "fun" part when RW went incommunicado with the TV only to reappear saying "I'm back from vacation" ( when prompted) as if nothing was wrong ... 2016-11-27 Purchased TV 2016-11-27 Purchased Policy - 2019-04-21 TV Developed fault 2019-04-22 Fault Reported - Chat - Apr 22 2019 3:59:19:937PM - Stephenie R Visit Scheduled 2019-04-26 Visit Occurs 2019-05-03 Pictures of TV Sent 2019-05-08 Text Chat with Assurant - Said would be escalated 2019-05-13 Text Chat with Assurant - May 13 2019 3:32:14:663PM Christel P Text Chat with Assurant 2019-05-16 Voice mail message left by Harriet Assurant Solutions Claim authorized, Service provider to order parts + repair, 2019-05-20 Left message for Harriet Bird (confirming status, what next?) 2019-05-22 Call from Richard Wong (Arts TV) wanting to pick up TV on 23rd between 11-12 2019-05-23 Richard Wong picks up TV on 23rd between 11-12. Parts due 30th? 2019-05-30 Nothing Happens 2019-06-03 Call from Harriet Bird () asking for status 2019-06-04 Called Harriet @9:40: She tried to contact RW for status,give him a day to reply 2019-06-07 Texted RQ @ 09:06 asking for status 2019-06-07 Call from Harriet @ 10:10 asking for callback on status 2019-06-07 Called Harriet missed harriet, left voicemail 2019-06-10 Called Harriet, informed no contact with RW from either of us. 2019-06-10 Texted and Called RW. No Response. Voice Mail boxes Full, 2019-06-12 Called RW. picked up, back from vacation, arranged return 06-14 2019-06-13 Called Harriet, informed her of the situation 2019-06-14 RW Delivered repaired TV. Works. All is well. 2019-06-14 Left Message with Harriet to inform her of the situation. I wish you well !

My 2017 LG OLED has developed some nasty screen artefacts. Don't think it's burn-in but am guessing they will tell me it's burn-in and tough luck.

It's the same headband as the SR-007 so two screws on each side that secures it. Be careful, those are JIS screws so pretty easy to strip with other drivers. Also, anybody want to see the most disgusting SR-007's in the world? https://page.auctions.yahoo.co.jp/jp/auction/s702210988 Yeah...those early ones don't hold up.