I build tesla coils. At our "teslatons", people hand craft these in various shapes and gases. KOOL!
@lotsofhobbiesАй бұрын
That’s amazing.! I wish I could see them.
@mikehardy8247Ай бұрын
Look up "Teslathon". There may be one in your area. Makes pace groups are all over as well.
@axnyslieАй бұрын
Do you know the weight of the two halves of the base when they are separated? I know combined it's 94lbs I just sold my C14 and looking for a replacement.
@lotsofhobbiesАй бұрын
I can check. Gimme about few days to take my scope apart and weigh the two halves.
@lotsofhobbies19 күн бұрын
OK, that was tough! I'm not in a position to take the bad boy apart so, I had some high density 1" MDF with similar dimensions as the circle. My educated guess is each Circle (two in total) weighs ~30 lbs. The two uprights are ~10 lbs each. The motors are what is left over ~7 lbs per drive motor, to make 94 lbs.. Please don't quote me, these are just an educated guess.
@axnyslie18 күн бұрын
@@lotsofhobbies Thanks I just acquired the 12" version Flextube 300p this week because I got one used at a huge bargain.
@thomasfincher-ww1qnАй бұрын
I have one that is about a year old and it cranks and runs ok but the trimmer line constantly breaks. I have tried several different types of line (.095) but it will break after about 5 min of use. Just ordered a new replacement head, maybe it is the problem, also going to try some line form Stihl. Anyone else have constant line breaking problems ?
@lotsofhobbiesАй бұрын
I run 0.080” line OEM so far. I have not thought about the amount of string I use. Now you put a bug in my ear so if I start thinking about that, I know where it came from.
@user-ks5jh1rp6dАй бұрын
❤What a great video. I enjoyed it.👍
@lotsofhobbiesАй бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@One-piece-8092 ай бұрын
Amazon you got them on
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
Yes, Amazon. They have quite a selection.
@oasisofspirit19912 ай бұрын
Sounds good, better, less high pitch, Thanks. But really, people really don't like sitting through tons of footage nowadays. Quick and to the point is far better and you will get lots more views. People look at length of videos as not everyone has all day to watch a long video that could have been condensed to about half the time........
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'll work on it.
@oasisofspirit19912 ай бұрын
Try editing !
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
Agreed. I'm working on the storyboarding as well.
@elizabethgraves20582 ай бұрын
You have the best toys
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
lol, keeps my sanity in check
@faramarzyari93182 ай бұрын
Hey Olie, nice play 😊
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
Thank you Fara! 🎶
@Astronurd2 ай бұрын
I have the 12" and they are relatively simple to set up and use. You will need to collimate it before using. Mine came with the hand controller as well as WiFi.
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
I found a collimating tool and got that done. Do you know where to get replacement thumb screws for the secondary mirror? Collimating with a swiss army type allen wrench set is a pain. My hand controller and the WiFi dongle were missing from my package. They sent me a new WiFi dongle, but I never did get the hand controller. The WiFi app works good, but I really should ask them about the hand controller.
@Dartheomus2 ай бұрын
Nice... I need to convince a certain someone to let me trim up a grafted weeping cherry in the back yard. It has the same problem... too many grafts.
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
I made a video on convincing a certain someone about things, but I never could finish the video, it didn't work.
@elizabethgraves20582 ай бұрын
I like the sound of the birds in the background
@lotsofhobbies2 ай бұрын
Thanks Beth! The birds are calming down
@JuanRodriguez-qr3yq3 ай бұрын
Thank youvery much, now need to look for a similar tool
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
I hope you find it, good luck
@bartwn52433 ай бұрын
THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!!!!! Got mine stuck in there when trying to tighten a spark plug. I had an oh sh*t moment when it happened and panicked. Thank God for KZbin…
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
LOL! I hear ya Bro! @ohsh*t
@MrBliviu6073 ай бұрын
Thank you ! 😊👍🏼
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
You're welcome 😊
@JamesSimoneau-qo5sn3 ай бұрын
DUDE👍👍THANK YOU, worked on 2005 Explorer Limited. Never have had a problem changing plugs, I was stumped
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
Cool! I know what you mean about stumped. I'm glad it helped
@jonmarler4 ай бұрын
Absolute legend. Thanks! Worked perfectly!
@lotsofhobbies4 ай бұрын
I'm glad it helped! Thank you too for Watching!
@faramarzyari93184 ай бұрын
Hi Olie
@lotsofhobbies4 ай бұрын
Hi Fara!
@the_mowron4 ай бұрын
Do a 1 year (or 2) later follow up. Let people see how it held up. I'm just about to go get one. I'm not messing with the old junk this year edit: I just got an FS 56 at the hardware store down the road. It was $199. I thought that was pretty cheap (maybe too cheap, did they cut corners to get the price down?) It works really well out of the box with much more power than the Walmart 2 strokes.
@lotsofhobbies4 ай бұрын
Great idea! Thanks!
@feyrrari4 ай бұрын
I just tried this job. And failed. My troubleshooting ended at not finding the correct bult size for the idler pulley. # 3 from the tensioner. It fell out on the customer. Went to the junkyard and found one. But the bult was either too small or the insert was broken. I went back, and the guy said it's definitely the correct part, and it means that the hole is messed up. I thought there would be a broken piece of bolt in there. Nothing was in the hole. The bult slides in and dangled in there. 🤕🤧😂
@lotsofhobbies4 ай бұрын
Can you put a helicoil to act as the threads? What did you end up doing to fix it?
@feyrrari4 ай бұрын
@lotsofhobbies I failed. Couldn't find the part in time. Car was parked in a bad area. Would have gotten tickets waiting for the part to arrive. Still a learning experience.
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
Sorry to hear that. Anyway, I like your optimism! Like Joe Dirt.
@feyrrari3 ай бұрын
@lotsofhobbies programing keys is fun. Ive had some models my tool doesn't support. Im going all engines ahead on that area of automotive services. There are far and few in my area. I just need $$$ for tools and exposure. Getting there will be an epic story one day 🏌🏾♂️🌌
@drawntoview5 ай бұрын
I can tell he's very excited but I was scratching my head when he was going to put the boxes on the dolly with that car in the way. I wanted to shout at the screen go for the small boxes first and then you can lift the large box from the side that the car isn't on. But sometimes the obvious isn't so obvious LOL
@lotsofhobbies5 ай бұрын
lol, agreed
@kenneth8015 ай бұрын
I have a gen 2 crv and I’m considering this job. What did you do about the welded nut that broke off? Did you weld another one or replace with a nut? Thanks for posting.
@lotsofhobbies5 ай бұрын
I had my friend weld the nut back in place at his shop. It’s good to have friends.
@DeadDogSanders5 ай бұрын
No sound???
@lotsofhobbies5 ай бұрын
There should be sound. ?
@DeadDogSanders5 ай бұрын
Ty
@lotsofhobbies5 ай бұрын
Ok
@martinwaterhouse68835 ай бұрын
I have the 10inch version and thats heavy enough, can't imagine trying to carry this one around!
@lotsofhobbies5 ай бұрын
10 is definitely more portable. I have not tried to travel with this one yet.
@trebledog6 ай бұрын
Watching this is like being forced to watch someone's vacation pictures. Can't wait til it's over, but less painful.
@lotsofhobbies6 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment. It was one of my early videos. I’m trying different things, hopefully they get better.
@garyneville31796 ай бұрын
just got my replacement and nothing!
@lotsofhobbies6 ай бұрын
What happened?
@garyneville31796 ай бұрын
changed it over and light did not go on, i forgot to turn it off and because there was no light on it got very hot! was lucky i checked it@@lotsofhobbies
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
woah! sounds like the bulb created a short from + to ground, and bypassing the led. lucky! for sure
@hossman74326 ай бұрын
Funny😂
@lotsofhobbies6 ай бұрын
Thanks!
@vince62196 ай бұрын
loved your video, did find it funny in places, thought you were going to pop a kidney at one stage🤣🤣. this scope is bigger and looks heavier than i thought it would be, I think i will have a re-think with this monster. I know aperture is king but i think this dobs would do me in . great bang for your money though and i would really love this. I bet the views are great!. happy sky watching from the UK 😊
@lotsofhobbies6 ай бұрын
Yes, it is quite large. I made a wheeled base with three outriggers to level the scope, works beautifully. I have taken my setup time from and hour to about 15 minutes. After that, it is amazing how clear and large you can see with the human eye and the aid of a telescope. Jupiter and Saturn never disappoint. Saw my first nebula by accident trying to find the Pleiades. I bought a camera now, so hopefully pics will be coming soon. Clear Skies my friend! From the US.
@vince62196 ай бұрын
@@lotsofhobbies good to hear you're enjoying it 😊. You can't beat a dob for viewing when it comes to aperture v cost. I used to have a c11 which was great but I still wanted a big dob. pleiades is a beautiful cluster... Funny how we are drawn to it when we look up 🤗. Have you looked to the east at the beehive cluster in Gemini on low power lens?, that's a real treat. When you get your camera you'll have to capture the Andromeda galaxy. Happy sky watching 😊
@lotsofhobbies3 ай бұрын
Having a blast! The setup is now becoming efficient. 15 minutes and I can be up and running, pointing at a target and electronically pretty close. I will post pics as soon as I get the camera stuff figure out. The pleiades were a joy to find. just looking at that part of the sky, you don't notice it, but with the extra light from this 14", the group and neighboring stars are like a crisp bold font (for lack of a better term). I can't wait to see the Andromeda Galaxy like you say. :D
@williamlaurence47546 ай бұрын
Nothing is ever easy when rust is present..
@lotsofhobbies6 ай бұрын
The struggle is real
@Javanesetropicalbonsai7 ай бұрын
Nice❤
@lotsofhobbies7 ай бұрын
Thank you! I was checking your videos out also. Good stuff!
@cherylrobinson5177 ай бұрын
I just subscribed😊...I have 7 hens and a rooster. Been raising chickens for about 10 or so years now.
@lotsofhobbies7 ай бұрын
Hi there! We have been raising chickens for the same as you. Great hobby, and lifestyle. Their personalities are entertaining. What kinds do you raise? Thank you for subscribing!
@elizabethgraves20587 ай бұрын
I'm glad you took the camera
@lotsofhobbies7 ай бұрын
me too
@elizabethgraves20587 ай бұрын
Lol, we have all been there.
@lotsofhobbies7 ай бұрын
I'm not alone, lol
@elizabethgraves20587 ай бұрын
We had a praying mantis once and it was a voracious eater... worms, crickets, flies, etc. Positive thoughts for the insect destroyer
@lotsofhobbies7 ай бұрын
Agreed. Being an ambush predator, it's fun to watch her hunt.
@richardmetcalfjr.15528 ай бұрын
😢now I know what I have to look forward too😆🥴. Imagine if cars came like this 😆.
@lotsofhobbies7 ай бұрын
As long as we are all having a good time!
@faramarzyari93188 ай бұрын
no fear, no sense
@lotsofhobbies8 ай бұрын
pure instinct
@elizabethgraves20588 ай бұрын
You have the best toys
@lotsofhobbies8 ай бұрын
lol, everything in my yard lives in harmony. I was going to make the video like the oddest animal friends. I still might.
@user-iu4eg3xq2g9 ай бұрын
Thank you very much!
@lotsofhobbies9 ай бұрын
You’re welcome!
@funkyybuddha24389 ай бұрын
Genius dude
@lotsofhobbies9 ай бұрын
Thanks! LOL
@jbreezy31469 ай бұрын
got the same scope not far from you on the border MD
@lotsofhobbies9 ай бұрын
Awesome, they are very nice scopes! We have been enjoying ours! Did you have any troubles?
@Real-Tecnica9 ай бұрын
@@lotsofhobbies It has not arrived yet from High Point Scientific I did end up getting the Neptune 664c camera so eager to test that out when it gets here. sorry for the late response I do not get youtube notifications for some reason.
@lotsofhobbies9 ай бұрын
@@Real-Tecnica Very nice combination! I'm still trying to decide on a camera, so many choices, it's mind boggling. I am looking at dew protection. The struggle is real. As is proper optics cleaning.
@Real-Tecnica8 ай бұрын
So it arrived but the instructions literally stopped on Page 6 hopefully I have assembled this base correctly
@lotsofhobbies8 ай бұрын
@@Real-Tecnica here is the link inter-static.skywatcher.com/upfiles/en_download_caty01335568752.pdf
@willow37489 ай бұрын
Too expensive forget it, look for another Bonsai vlogger that is cheap and simple to make...
@lotsofhobbies9 ай бұрын
Bonsai soil opinions are many. Not all soil mixtures work on all plants. Some plants will hate everything you throw at it. Your adventure will uncover your own mixes. Good luck
@viergarcia10 ай бұрын
Make sure you get back to us with a video after you’ve put sometime in with that setup.
@lotsofhobbies10 ай бұрын
Will do!
@robertwilson691810 ай бұрын
Hi there can you please tell me how tall the telescope is in the base when it's collapsed I'm getting one of them soon and I'm Building a shed for outside on my decking thanks
@lotsofhobbies10 ай бұрын
The 14” Sky Watcher Flex Tube 350P telescope is 48” tall when collapsed with the tube in the upright position.
@robOzwrld10 ай бұрын
What a beast! I have the 8 inch version of this scope and I absolutely love it! Have you had a chance to take it out yet?
@lotsofhobbies10 ай бұрын
The 8 inch is the best size all in all. I had a temporary lack of judgement. Twice so far I have taken it out, but still learning how to drive these things. Looking for a quick setup routine, so many ways to calibrate the synscan. Which way is correct. Saw a video kzbin.info/www/bejne/q5eoqXuphalnosk clever idea.