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Posted: 4/25/2021 6:37:33 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Stupid thing my wife hates, but I hate messes more. I throw the laundry detergent cup in with the wash every time. It doesn't get all messed up with drips, etc. Keeps the cabinet above the washer from having tacky detergent on it. I wash almost all of my handguns in the dishwasher. Gets em spotless. Never had a rust issue. Saved the top from a previous bottle and use it. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 6:40:36 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Anticipating signal lights. Nope. Are you the one that ran into my sisters Mazda in Houston back in 1979? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: While at a red light, pay attention to seeing the oncoming traffic’s light so you can be ready to go...also, know if oncoming has a left arrow, you can go before they turn...good drivers know what I am talking about. Anticipating signal lights. Nope. Are you the one that ran into my sisters Mazda in Houston back in 1979? Nobody said anything about blindly entering an intersection. If you are paying enough attention that you are noticing the lights you can easily make sure its clear to go. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 6:47:24 AM EDT
[#3]
The green lid from the Parmesan cheese container will fit on a mason jar:
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Posted: 4/25/2021 6:48:19 AM EDT
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I was born with movie-star good-looks and an amazing intellect, which effortlessly led to a young supermodel wife and millions in the bank.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 6:52:43 AM EDT
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Actually using my garage to park my car!
When I was younger, I used to think my garage space was more useful as a workshop or for storage. Now I know better. I walk out to my car and it’s cool in the summer, dry when it’s raining, warm in the winter and NOT scraping ice or trying to look through half-defrosted windows is the best. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 7:08:48 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Also pay attention to countdown timers for the crosswalks for the same reason. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: While at a red light, pay attention to seeing the oncoming traffic’s light so you can be ready to go...also, know if oncoming has a left arrow, you can go before they turn...good drivers know what I am talking about. Also pay attention to countdown timers for the crosswalks for the same reason. How big of a fucking hurry are you guys in? |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 7:29:56 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: How big of a fucking hurry are you guys in? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: While at a red light, pay attention to seeing the oncoming traffic’s light so you can be ready to go...also, know if oncoming has a left arrow, you can go before they turn...good drivers know what I am talking about. Also pay attention to countdown timers for the crosswalks for the same reason. How big of a fucking hurry are you guys in? It's not about being in a hurry. If I notice the light is about to change, I'm not going to dick around with the radio or try find that thing that fell on the floorboard, etc... because then I would become "that guy" who gets honked at while sitting at a green light. Also, for those of us who drive a manual, knowing when the light will change gives us ample time to "get it in gear" |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 7:35:29 AM EDT
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If some condoms feel uncomfortable, you can get a better feeling from them by poking holes in them, especially the end. A thumbtack usually works.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 7:36:22 AM EDT
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In the winter wash your windshield a mile or so before you get home, while the car is warm. Clean glass for the morning drive.
Use paper towels as targets, then either put sticky dots, or a marker to draw dots. Cheap, easy and they double as... paper towels. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 7:37:18 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: If some condoms feel uncomfortable, you can get a better feeling from them by poking holes in them, especially the end. A thumbtack usually works. Tried that, hurt like hell. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:14:20 AM EDT
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Keep the garbage bags in the can
Drill hole in side of garbage can so you can put a bag in effortlessly. Buy the 10 foot phone chargers and keep one at home, work, and truck Have a drink order that’s simple and you like. Don’t have to decide what you want when you end up randomly at a bar. Organize your shit! I got a tool chest for my edc gear and spent a few days organizing. The initial outlay was more than worth it  Attached File |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:17:11 AM EDT
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:24:07 AM EDT
[#13]
After grocery shopping, clean out your car and throw the trash in the cart. Now it’s Kroger’s trash!
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:30:10 AM EDT
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I'm terrible at putting away tools. Many are always out and my boxes are inconvienently located.
I started just identifying the few tools needed for each thing I service and buying duplicate tools and storing them with the thing. for example, wife's car, T-25 tip and extension for the air shield thing under her car, and a 14mm socket/extension/wrench for the oil plug. Get some canvas pouches and attach them to generators and whatnot. Use a sharpie to write the oil type and cat. nos. For the filters and whatnot. Never hunt for tools or data again. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:37:08 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Pants unzipped, weenis protruding makes everything easier. Turn your front pockets inside out, then make trumpeting noises - run around the house yelling: "look at me, I'm Bigtard elephant!". Hours of entertainment to be had. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:39:16 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: I'm terrible at putting away tools. Many are always out and my boxes are inconvienently located. I started just identifying the few tools needed for each thing I service and buying duplicate tools and storing them with the thing. for example, wife's car, T-25 tip and extension for the air shield thing under her car, and a 14mm socket/extension/wrench for the oil plug. Get some canvas pouches and attach them to generators and whatnot. Use a sharpie to write the oil type and cat. nos. For the filters and whatnot. Never hunt for tools or data again. I started doing the tool box thing by accident. Home depot carries these mini plastic tote boxes with a hinged lid. I would take the tools I need and put them in the tote, then forget where the tools were and have to get new ones. Wound up with an electrical box, plumbing box, spackling/drywall box, etc.. It works well. Everything you need is all ready to go. My hack is to clean my tub and shower stall with a sponge mop. Beats the hell out of bending over to get in the corners, gives better leverage for scrubbing. Makes it a snap to scrub large areas. Another one is to dump some pine sol into the toilet tank before cleaning. When you flush it coats the entire inside of the toilet with cleaner. Scrub, flush again. Removes all kinds of crap from up under the rim. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:47:05 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: One of the few things I miss about being a bachelor.. On days I felt fancy, I would use a plate, let the dog clean it, then toss it in the dishwasher....... When the wife and kid are out of town I have been known to just put dirty dishes in the fridge and use em the whole week. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:48:34 AM EDT
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-Fill your Zippo every Sunday so that its always fueled for the week, and keep a few spare flints under the felt pad.
-Baby wipes work very well for keeping White sneakers white, and also work well for cleaning pistols. -Microwaving scrambled eggs in a bowl saves time, and prevents having to clean a frying pan. Getting a carton of liquid egg whites makes this even easier, as there are no eggs to crack. -Use a Mop + Comet to clean your shower. No bending over to scrub, fast, comes out spotless. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:51:11 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: When calling customer support lines, especially tech support, press the option for Spanish. Most of the English-speaking tech support is offshore and offer very little outside of scripts. English is a secondary or tertiary language for them. Spanish-speaking tech support, however is largely US located and all also speak English. They are happy to provide support in English and many times have authority to assist far more than their offshore counterparts and dont stick to just the support scripts. Interesting |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:51:14 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: -Microwaving scrambled eggs in a bowl saves time, and prevents having to clean a frying pan. Getting a carton of liquid egg whites makes this even easier, as there are no eggs to crack. First spray the bowl with Pam nonstick spray to make cleanup easy. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 8:57:52 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: Keep the garbage bags in the can My mother does this. I would NEVER do it for the kitchen bag...too big a chance for a leak to make the other bags in the bottom nasty. It happens, and has happened to me plenty. For trash cans that typically don't have liquids, it's fine...living room, bathrooms, laundry, etc... |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:01:31 AM EDT
[#22]
When you kid starts taking off their own diapers, just put the diapers on backwards.
Same goes for footie jammies, cut the feet off and put the zipper in the back |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:02:25 AM EDT
[#23]
Instead of the typical pleasure journal, hang a 4'x8' whiteboard at your station with an array of different colored markers so you can color code based on genre. Optional: permanently direct a light at the board so it glows like a billboard 24/7.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:03:41 AM EDT
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Quoted: My hack is to clean my tub and shower stall with a sponge mop. Beats the hell out of bending over to get in the corners, gives better leverage for scrubbing. Makes it a snap to scrub large areas. Quoted: -Use a Mop + Comet to clean your shower. No bending over to scrub, fast, comes out spotless. Genius! I usually let my shower/tub get dirtier than it should because I fucking hate getting down and scrubbing it with a small pad. Gotta go get a dedicated shower mop now... |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:09:28 AM EDT
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Quote HistoryQuoted: if youre right handed sleep on the right side of the bed. makes it easier to roll over and play w the puss with your strong hand its not my ring its my watch Username is not appropriate. Be honest, it’s to play with the dick that thrusts your stoma. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:10:36 AM EDT
[#26]
Look for diesel pumps with the oil slick around the base. High turnover stations are less likely to have problems with water, algae, and other contamination
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:29:35 AM EDT
[#27]
I try to never raise my voice to my Lovely Wife. It makes her unhappy when I do and when she's unhappy I'm unhappy.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:31:31 AM EDT
[#28]
On fuel pumps with annoying music etc.... the second to top button on the right will mute.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:33:42 AM EDT
[#29]
I use those paper, yard waste bags alot. Picking up leaves and such is a pain in the ass because the bags are hard to deak with when you're working alone.
I used 1/2" PVC pipe and 4 T/elbows to make a stand that fits inside the bags. It holds the bag upright and open. Once the bag is full, slide the frame out and move on. Works well. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:41:08 AM EDT
[#30]
Quote HistoryQuoted: To the best of my ability, I skip/refuse to hold meetings at work. They are simply a massive waste of time that always make me want to bash my face into the wall. They profit me not at all, so I gain a ton of time back by not my own meetings, and largely skipping other people's meetings. Same. I make it clear to my employees and boss that I will not attend a meeting unless it is truly 100% necessary. Also, I want a set agenda and time limit on any meetings. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:51:41 AM EDT
[#31]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Saved the top from a previous bottle and use it. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Stupid thing my wife hates, but I hate messes more. I throw the laundry detergent cup in with the wash every time. It doesn't get all messed up with drips, etc. Keeps the cabinet above the washer from having tacky detergent on it. I wash almost all of my handguns in the dishwasher. Gets em spotless. Never had a rust issue. Saved the top from a previous bottle and use it. I just rinse the cup under the water while the washer is filling. #toploaderlife |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:55:13 AM EDT
[#32]
Pop into a hotel lobby for a quick free breakfast.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:56:59 AM EDT
[#33]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Learn when to do the buy-once, cry-once rule. If something is expensive, but you use it frequently and it makes your life easier or your work more efficient, pay the big money. Case in point. Most of my tools for home use are the house brands at Home Depot or Lowes. But for a 3/8 ratchet, I spent $130 on the Snap-on flex-head model. It cost 10X as much as the cheapo ratchet that came with the cheapo sockets from Autozone. But it works perfectly and it's a joy to use. Picking it up after the Autozone crap ratchet is like Harry Potter finding the right wand at Ollivanders. Learn when to be frugal and when to spend big. Absolutely all of this! |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 9:59:40 AM EDT
[#34]
Quote HistoryQuoted: How big of a fucking hurry are you guys in? Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: Quoted: While at a red light, pay attention to seeing the oncoming traffic’s light so you can be ready to go...also, know if oncoming has a left arrow, you can go before they turn...good drivers know what I am talking about. Also pay attention to countdown timers for the crosswalks for the same reason. How big of a fucking hurry are you guys in? shortens the amount of time i have to hold the brake stand. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:00:52 AM EDT
[#35]
Save a cardboard paper towel roll. Stuff it full of plastic shopping bags and keep it in your vehicle as a garbage bag dispenser.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:02:22 AM EDT
[#36]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Also pay attention to countdown timers for the crosswalks for the same reason. Quote HistoryQuoted: Quoted: While at a red light, pay attention to seeing the oncoming traffic’s light so you can be ready to go...also, know if oncoming has a left arrow, you can go before they turn...good drivers know what I am talking about. Also pay attention to countdown timers for the crosswalks for the same reason. I do all of these too, but add one more step: do a quick “far” search for anyone blasting through the intersection. I’ve seen people blowing lights and have watched enough Cops and police chase shows to know that someone could be flying down a 35 mph road at 80+ evading police and you could get T-boned for being quick on the gas. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:02:34 AM EDT
[#37]
Buy a couple dozen medium binder clips and keep them in a kitchen drawer. They’re perfect for closing bags: cereal, bread, chocolate chips, frozen vegetables, chips, etc. They’re cheap.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:03:51 AM EDT
[#38]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Stupid thing my wife hates, but I hate messes more. I throw the laundry detergent cup in with the wash every time. It doesn't get all messed up with drips, etc. Keeps the cabinet above the washer from having tacky detergent on it. I wash almost all of my handguns in the dishwasher. Gets em spotless. Never had a rust issue. Most detergents will actually state right on the bottle, or the cap itself, to toss the cap into the wash with the clothes. Show her that and make her feel silly. Random Google pics:  
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:06:40 AM EDT
[#39]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Ya know how something goofs up with the DVD player or cable TV tuner box/DVR, you are down on the floor looking at this mess of cables and electrical cords/plugs as they plug into a surge protector. Take multi-colored zip ties to the cords. For example, the cord for the Blu Ray/DVD gets a blue zip tie near the back of the machine and another blue zip tie down near the plug. The TV gets green zip ties..same thing....close to the back of the TV and then down near the plug. I cut off the excess zip tie to trie to make it neater looking. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:12:54 AM EDT
[#40]
Quote HistoryQuoted: After grocery shopping, clean out your car and throw the trash in the cart. Now it’s Kroger’s trash! Hell yes. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:13:27 AM EDT
[#41]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Use paper towels as targets, then either put sticky dots, or a marker to draw dots. Cheap, easy and they double as... paper towels. Game changer, thanks. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:16:52 AM EDT
[#42]
Save leftover or lightly used nuts, bolts, and screws in a clear plastic hobby drawer system. After a couple years of doing this you’ll never have to go to the hardware store for fasteners.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:24:58 AM EDT
[#43]
Quote HistoryQuoted: If you're assembling a bike for your kid or for yourself and trying to get the rubber grips on the handlebars, spray the bar with hairspray. The grips will slide right on and the hairspray will lock the grips in place after drying. Use spray paint if you actually want them to stay! I’m an avid mountain biker. I rode bmx before that. I was changing grips often. Now they make grip clamps that are way better and less of a mess |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:49:00 AM EDT
[#44]
Quote HistoryQuoted: While at a red light, pay attention to seeing the oncoming traffic’s light so you can be ready to go...also, know if oncoming has a left arrow, you can go before they turn...good drivers know what I am talking about. LOL. You can't cross on a red light, fool. Also if they have a green arrow, they have the right of way. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 10:51:12 AM EDT
[#45]
I'm not sure if this is a "life hack" but when I was 25 I bought a DeWalt 20V cordless Drill / Impact Kit on sale for $200. It's one of the best purchases I've ever made. Get the adapters so you can use your sockets with the impact, in addition to Phillips, star, and square drivers.
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Posted: 4/25/2021 11:00:58 AM EDT
[#46]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Shit. When we'd return from a gunnery or just a regular range, you'd find dudes running their showers with the 240B/Cs under the hottest water possible. Hot water evaporates quickly, and also helps get all of the carbon impregnated oil off quickly. When your night in downtown Baumholder doesn't start until the armsroom is happy, you make mission happen. Hot, soapy water is an approved cleaning method for some crew served weapons in the Marines. We did that for our mortar barrels. I wouldn't clean my handguns like that as I don't clean them very often but I'm sure it would work if you dry them off quickly |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 11:02:40 AM EDT
[#47]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Like liquids? We don't put them in our kitchen garbage can. Been doing this for years and my wife would have put the kibosh to it if it was problematic/messy. Same. Anything gross/smelly- goes outside. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 11:03:49 AM EDT
[#48]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Buy a couple dozen medium binder clips and keep them in a kitchen drawer. They’re perfect for closing bags: cereal, bread, chocolate chips, frozen vegetables, chips, etc. They’re cheap. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/421435/3DC17B61-A5DC-4D20-B6F5-563C9670D118_jpe-1918233.JPG We use clothes hanger pins. |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 11:05:33 AM EDT
[#49]
Quote HistoryQuoted: This. I finally started to take this type of advice and paid a lot of money for a Hakko desoldering gun. The time and frustration it eliminates is amazing and well worth the money. Hakko desoldering gun looks awesome. Going to order some for work. Thank you! |
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Posted: 4/25/2021 11:09:10 AM EDT
[#50]
Quote HistoryQuoted: Another one. When installing the buffer detent pin and spring in an AR, place the lower in a garbage bag while doing it. steal a comforter bag instead. it is shaped like a box and holds it shape while you are working. you don't have to hold it up and away while you work. |
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