
InitechSecurity
u/InitechSecurity

I was using an orbital sander to remove a heat burn on my dining table and ended up with an oval shaped sand through area (about 3" max length). The grain looks different in that spot, so I’m pretty sure I hit the substrate. At this point, is patching it with wood filler and refinishing the whole top my best option? Or is there a better way to blend this repair?
Thanks in advance.
This is a frame from a video. I will post the video as a comment.
After seeing so many posts here, I need to say this loud and clear: STOP engaging with random strangers who message, call, or text you out of the blue!
- That "friendly wrong number" text? Scam.
- The “romantic” stranger who found you online? Scam.
- The person who “accidentally” sent you money or a check? Scam.
- The “bank rep” or “lawyer” calling with urgent news? Scam.
- That job offer that pays too good to be true? Scam.
If you didn’t seek them out first, assume it’s a scam. Scammers use emotional manipulation, social engineering, and tech tricks to steal money or personal info. Don’t engage. Don’t respond. Just block and move on.
Let’s stop giving scamm
Most of the garage door setups I’ve seen online have the J-arm mounted to the center stile, but on my Wayne Dalton door (13990 with regular torsion spring set), it’s mounted to the top reinforcement strut. Are there any pros and cons to this setup?

A few mud daubers have constructed their nests behind the air intake vent. Could you guide me through the steps to remove the vent so I can clean it and reinstall it? I believe I may need to remove the caulk on the outer edges and pull it out, but I’d appreciate your advice.
Just had some clay brickwork done in front of my house for landscaping, and it looks great, except there’s a bunch of "white" concrete residue on the brick surfaces. Anyone know the best way to clean that off without damaging the bricks? Nylon brush?
A $10,000 "particle accelerator" is being marketed for home use, made up of just wires, a toolbox, CFL lights, and coils. It claims to generate 250,000 volts from a 110V outlet and “plasma currents,” which seems impossible. I’m concerned about the risk of seniors being scammed and the serious safety hazards involved.
They have a video on the scam website too. Mind-blowing that people will fall for this. Has anyone else come across this?
https://www.reddit.com/r/Scams/comments/1gzto2s/my_father_is_about_to_spend_10k_on_a_plasma/
A $10,000 "particle accelerator" is being marketed for home use, made up of just wires, a toolbox, CFL lights, and coils. It claims to generate 250,000 volts from a 110V outlet and “plasma currents,” which seems impossible. I’m concerned about the risk of seniors being scammed and the serious safety hazards involved.
They have a video on the scam website too. Mind-blowing that people will fall for this. Has anyone else come across this?
https://www.reddit.com/r/Scams/comments/1gzto2s/my_father_is_about_to_spend_10k_on_a_plasma/
I currently have a Fluke non-contact voltage tester, which detects voltage through capacitive coupling with respect to ground. However, if I want to determine if a surface is electrified, should I use a screwdriver tester, or is there another product suited for this purpose? I know I could use a multimeter, but I'm curious if there are other alternatives available (Contact Voltage tester?).
Thanks!
I watched a video here:
https://www.reddit.com/r/ContagiousLaughter/comments/1890rc7/cardboard_plane/
featuring a cardboard airplane in flight. The plane's wings appeared flat, giving the impression that they weren't capable of generating lift. Despite this, the plane managed to fly smoothly and successfully landed. Could you clarify how this is possible? Thanks!

