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  1. Technomad

    RAM made a video about Promaster vandwelling

    What? Got a source for that? It’s an extremely popular vehicle in Europe. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  2. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    By the way, for the record I have a great deal of expertise and knowledge. I have spent a lot of time here answering questions. I actually know things because I’m a professional, not because I did something and it worked and that makes me think I’m an expert. I was happy and willing to...
  3. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    LOL! For those says my I should have raised issues with bob, note that his messages are blocked, you can’t raise issues with him. But his message is clear— he doesn’t want to enforce the rules and anyone who points out problems is obviously a trouble maker. Thanks everyone who responded— this...
  4. Technomad

    Hail and Solar Panels

    Is it right to assume the top of solar panels (rigid ones) are polycarbonate, and not actual glass? I’ve seen it referred to as glass before. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  5. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    I have reported the rules violation using the report function and asked for a response, but that was just one incident... we will see if I get a response. Regarding the “expressed intention to be heavy handed”, that’s not what the rules say, to my recollection (though I wouldn’t be surprised...
  6. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    Frankly, I would consider any forum where the moderators will not tolerate a reasonable discussion about moderation actions and policies to highly likely be run by crooks. If they are honest they have nothing my to hide and their actions are defensible. And BTW— everyone should use unique...
  7. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    I’ve moderated as well as created and grown communities too. The part I quoted is the part that concerns me the most. If the rules aren’t laid out and enforced and enforcement actions aren’t done by the book with a reference to exactly what violated the rules, you often end up with a...
  8. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    To summarize: new people are pointing out problems they see, and you’re suggesting they move on. That’s exactly what I’m saying they are doing. After the way I was treated my first day I nearly left. Did leave for a couple weeks. Might still leave. Probably will, given the number of people...
  9. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    Roger. Sounds like I read too much into the combination. My bad. I see what you are saying now. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  10. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    Geez, I guess I needed to be explicit and put the word “friendly” before warning. Your response seems kinda combative. Love it or leave it presumes there’s no possibility of improvement. Maybe you’re right. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  11. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    The consequences of your first point undermine the mission of the second point. People have apparently already left and started new forums, I didn’t know that, but it is a signal that confirms my experience. Consider this thread a warning. You can say it’s just my opinion, but obviously it’s...
  12. Technomad

    SIMPLE QUESTION: seeking simple and correct answer

    Just a general recommendation, since people keep saying “connect the batteries together”... a better approach is that have two busbars, a positive and a negative one. Get cables from the batteries to the busbars that are equal size and length for all the batteries. Connect the batteries to the...
  13. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    I have zero complaints about keeping political stuff off the forum, or maybe a complaint that is impossible for the mods to deal with because people keep trying to post borderline political or outright political comments and get away with it. (Call it bait.) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. Technomad

    Sound proof floor worth it?

    Regarding plywood subfloors, I’m curious- people talk about it being mo suite resistant, but I’m inclined to have no wood in my build at all. Cabinetry is plastic an aluminum, I’m going for kind of an airstream look. The floor is unclear. Certainly in the winter the floor will be most exposed...
  15. Technomad

    Sound proof floor worth it?

    I googled ensolite and found it is used for a number of purposes, such as gaskets. Is there a particular reason for that brand? Or is it a type. Eg, is this essentially the same stuff? Foam Mat Floor Tiles, Interlocking EVA Foam Padding by Stalwart – Soft Flooring for Exercising, Yoga...
  16. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    That article puts it very well. I’ve observed patterns over the past several decades on Internet forums, and those patterns are what I was trying to warn about, though likely not eloquently. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  17. Technomad

    Getting closer... though not by choice

    I’ve been in a very similar situation in the past. First off I think it’s important to separate out your problems and not try to solve all of them at once. The most immediate is money, and second is apartment. If you can assuredly get a job in a week that will cover your rent, then do that...
  18. Technomad

    Heavy handed moderation

    This forum is too hostile. From “rules” being enforced that aren’t actually rules, to closing perfectly reasonable threads because the moderator didn’t like the topic (but obviously the participants did) the forum is not being moderated in the spirit of Bobs post about the kind of forum he...
  19. Technomad

    Hypothetical, just for fun "How much Solar Do I Need" question

    It really depends on the air conditioner. There is a huge variety of them, including ones that don’t have a high amp draw on startup and ones designed for solar. This site should give you an idea: http://www.geinnovations.net/solar-electricity-cost.html Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  20. Technomad

    Make ice in 110v mini freezer?

    Good points. I think I’ll stick with trays, or bags of ice which seem to go for $1-2 here for awhile. Sounds like the countertop units aren’t that great. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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