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Member Since 24/08/2013
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tight-ass commented on Question about installing a new light bulb circuit
I can see this ending badly. Call an electrician!
26/06/2020 - 18:32
tight-ass replied to BaeSuzy on Dell XPS Laptop (2020) - 16GB, 512GB SSD, i7 - XPS 13 $2638.99, XPS 15 $2958.99 Delivered @ Dell
I went the base model FHD+ display, 16GB RAM, 512GB SSD & Windows 10 Pro Didn't need the higher specs as I've got a desktop PC with 4k 32"...
24/06/2020 - 20:26
tight-ass replied to BaeSuzy on Dell XPS Laptop (2020) - 16GB, 512GB SSD, i7 - XPS 13 $2638.99, XPS 15 $2958.99 Delivered @ Dell
I just bit the bullet and purchased an XPS 15! What swayed me was the fact there were no major updates announced for the MacBook Pro 16" at...
24/06/2020 - 19:29
tight-ass replied to Colombian on 15% off: Bosch Aerotwin Wiper Blade Set $42.46 + Shipping (down from $49.95) @ Sparesbox
Don't bother with Wipertech wiper blades either. I've always purchased bosch aerotwins for our cars, but was forced to try another brand...
24/06/2020 - 16:52
tight-ass replied to dazeet on Eneloop 4xAAA/AA $14.99/$16.79, Pro 4xAA/AAA $18.59 (Expired), Tile Mate 4pk $49.95, Command Hanger $3.50 Shipped @ CameraHouse
Mine were the same when they arrived today. As you pointed out, it's most likely due to the way they were packaged.
23/06/2020 - 20:49
tight-ass replied to BaeSuzy on Dell XPS Laptop (2020) - 16GB, 512GB SSD, i7 - XPS 13 $2638.99, XPS 15 $2958.99 Delivered @ Dell
Apart from a Dell rep saying they've fixed the track pad issue, where have you confirmed this? As much as I really want to purchase one of...
21/06/2020 - 19:17
tight-ass replied to R3XNebular on 30% off RRP, Brand New, Upscaled to 4K, Plain Box Packaging NVR Security, 6 Cameras, $874.30 Delivered @ Swann
You're comparing 'upscaled 4k' to proper 4k resolution....you certainly get what you pay for with Swann
18/06/2020 - 18:00
tight-ass replied to xyron on Samsung Qi Wireless Charger - EP-PG950 - $19 with Free Shipping @ Green Gadgets
We have these chargers with our S10 and S20 phones with Spigen cases fitted. With the cradle laying flat it can be a PITA getting the phone...
17/06/2020 - 15:00
tight-ass commented on Samsung Qi Wireless Charger - EP-PG950 - $19 with Free Shipping @ Green Gadgets
We have these for our Samsung phones. As others have pointed out they're slow to charge your phone. I don't mind how long they take as they...
17/06/2020 - 14:56
tight-ass commented on 10% off KONKA TVs @ KONKA Amazon AU
I made the mistake of buying a Konka TV about 10 years ago....absolute POS
16/06/2020 - 13:54
tight-ass replied to kml22 on Dell XPS 17 9700 (NEW) i7-10750H 16GB RAM 512GB NVMe SSD $2928.05 (Was $3898.99) Delivered @ Dell
Like everything else we pay more in Oz, which is why I imported a Yamaha jet-ski from the US when the Aussie dollar was buying $1.10 back...
14/06/2020 - 14:37
tight-ass replied to aardvarks on Who Actually Stops Completely at a STOP Sign?
In WA crash rates at an intersection are not warrants for STOP control at an intersection. It's all based on the site distance available....
06/06/2020 - 18:21
tight-ass commented on Who Actually Stops Completely at a STOP Sign?
If it's one of those intersections that you can see a country mile in each direction before you even get to the intersection I do a quick...
06/06/2020 - 16:55
tight-ass commented on Venting: $330 Fine for Rolling through Stop Sign
Tough crowd in here today! I'm not sure about the Eastern States, but here in WA the majority of the intersections here (T & 4 way) are...
05/06/2020 - 17:10
tight-ass replied to brendanm on STANLEY FATMAX Brushless Hammer Drill Driver (Skin Only) $59.99 Delivered (Was $159.99) @ Amazon AU
I've just been through the process of getting a Stanley product fixed (air compressor) and all up it took nearly 2 months simply for...
02/06/2020 - 11:43
tight-ass replied to whyisave on Residential Gigabit nbn Plans on FTTP and HFC 1000/50Mbps $149/mth, 250/100Mbps $209/mth, 250/25Mbps $129/mth @ Aussie Broadband
More like all the neighbours wait for you to upgrade - https://www.google.com.au/amp/amp.abc.net.au/article/10104778
27/05/2020 - 23:03
tight-ass replied to AusNugz on Residential Gigabit nbn Plans on FTTP and HFC 1000/50Mbps $149/mth, 250/100Mbps $209/mth, 250/25Mbps $129/mth @ Aussie Broadband
Nothing to lose I guess except the $330 application fee if I don't proceed with the quote
26/05/2020 - 16:13
tight-ass replied to AusNugz on Residential Gigabit nbn Plans on FTTP and HFC 1000/50Mbps $149/mth, 250/100Mbps $209/mth, 250/25Mbps $129/mth @ Aussie Broadband
Bugger - my only hope is to upgrade our connection from FTTN to FTTP.....might be cheaper to move house.
26/05/2020 - 13:56
tight-ass replied to CC123 on Residential Gigabit nbn Plans on FTTP and HFC 1000/50Mbps $149/mth, 250/100Mbps $209/mth, 250/25Mbps $129/mth @ Aussie Broadband
When looking up my address I noticed this on their website: "Disconnection information - The disconnection process for the old phone and...
26/05/2020 - 13:42
tight-ass replied to 0FoxGiven on Samsung EPP Price Check Request - 75" TV
Yeah the pricing I've provided is for state government employees. Looks like Telstra staff get the best prices!
23/05/2020 - 14:12
tight-ass commented on Are You Working from Home? What Kind of Job Do You Do?
I've been doing WFH since early March. My job involves drafting/reviewing drawings. It normally involves the odd site visit to check...
23/05/2020 - 09:10
tight-ass commented on Samsung EPP Price Check Request - 75" TV
Full list of TV's & pricing here - https://i.imgur.com/tXneiCX.jpg
22/05/2020 - 14:54
tight-ass replied to mit on Eneloop 4xAAA/AA $14.99/$16.79, Pro 4xAA/AAA $18.59 (Expired), Tile Mate 4pk $49.95, Command Hanger $3.50 Shipped @ CameraHouse
Same. I think those who ordered only 1 or 2 packs have got their order already. I ordered 7x packs of the AAA and 4x AA hence I'm at the...
21/05/2020 - 11:27
tight-ass commented on Replacement Flood Lights?
I had the exact light you linked above from Bunnings. The light output is good, but it's let down by the sensor - it was destroyed in no...
21/05/2020 - 09:59
tight-ass replied to Jules_d1 on Screen Capture Software for Win10
Ignore my comment above. Jules is correct. I went back and tried again and changed an audio setting....works perfectly now!
19/05/2020 - 15:51
tight-ass commented on Screen Capture Software for Win10
I just tried Camtasia for you and it didn't work (video fine - no audio), so you can rule that program out
19/05/2020 - 14:21
tight-ass commented on Defrosting Windscreen in Winter
The tool between your legs helps to piss off any frost
16/05/2020 - 20:38
tight-ass replied to krisspy on Samsung Galaxy S20 Plus 4G 128GB $599 / Huawei P30 $0 Upfront on Telstra $65/Mth 60GB 12 Mth Plan (EXP) @ JB Hi-Fi (Port-In Req)
You'd be referring to the Ultra when stating 100x zoom. This is the Plus model beneath it
14/05/2020 - 09:34