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guyvb commented on Japan Airlines Return via Singapore (via Qantas): Tokyo from Melb $672, Bris $683. Osaka from Melb $682, Bris $696 @ IWTF
FWIW, my son flew JAL economy MEL-HND-YVR a couple of weeks ago, said it was most righteous. Good service, food, seats, he had zero…
01/08/2025 - 10:57
guyvb commented on Silky Pruning Gomboy Kabuso Saw $41.84 + Delivery (Free with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon JP via AU
Back in stock now? I was just able to add it to my cart. Didn't pull the trigger, but you guys might want to try now.
16/07/2025 - 10:13
guyvb commented on Silky Pruning Gomboy Kabuso Saw $41.84 + Delivery (Free with Prime/ $59 Spend) @ Amazon JP via AU
Big fan of Silky here, awesome saws. My wife has a Pocket Boy and I have this Gomboy. Maybe one day I'll get a Katanaboy, when I go on…
16/07/2025 - 07:38
guyvb replied to Ryxxi on WORX Pegasus Work Table $199.99 Delivered @ WORX Australia Official Amazon AU
Love the Bosch, I bought a second one.
09/07/2025 - 14:11
guyvb replied to imthebojo on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$242.84 (~A$370.63) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
Yeah that’s correct. I’ve got TrueNAS installed on the “primary” M.2 slot, I use the second in the original wifi slot as a ZFS log…
03/07/2025 - 16:54
guyvb replied to cohiba30 on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$242.84 (~A$370.63) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
I bought this one, works fine (with a shorter drive, see my comment below). https://amzn.asia/d/bf2acfL
03/07/2025 - 08:17
guyvb replied to Clear on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$242.84 (~A$370.63) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
Can confirm I didn’t get an adapter with mine. I picked one up from Amazon, and an M.2 2230 drive, all works well. The M.2 slots are at…
03/07/2025 - 07:56
guyvb replied to PotsyMcGoon on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$242.84 (~A$370.63) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
I had two, but the PSU on one finally died and I had to do something so bought this. Great little boxes, those HPs.
02/07/2025 - 22:37
guyvb commented on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$242.84 (~A$370.63) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
Bought this a couple of weeks ago on the previous deal. I paid $380 by following Clear's instructions re PayPal. Lovely piece of kit, I'm…
02/07/2025 - 22:19
[Back Order] Makita 11-Piece Pass Thru Adjustable Wrench Set - $39.83 Delivered @ Power Tool Specialists
guyvb posted a deal [Back Order] Makita 11-Piece Pass Thru Adjustable Wrench Set - $39.83 Delivered @ Power Tool Specialists
The drill set post last night reminded me of this one. I bought it a few weeks ago (along with the drill set and the jigsaw blades) and it…
26/06/2025 - 10:36
guyvb replied to p1 ama on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$245.34 (~A$380.14) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
That’s actually what I’ve bought this to replace, an old Gen8 microserver that won’t boot any more. I suspect it’s the PSU, but I…
17/06/2025 - 07:51
guyvb replied to Clear on AOOSTAR WTR PRO 4 Bay NAS (N150, 4x 3.5", 1x NVMe, 2x2.5G, HDMI/DP/USB-C) US$245.34 (~A$380.14) Delivered @ China Box AliExpress
And many thanks for that last section. Was about to pull the pin on this one the other day, for once my procrastination has paid off.…
16/06/2025 - 22:06
guyvb replied to overlook on Worx WX242 Mini Electrical Screwdriver US$29,81 (~A$46.79) Delivered @ Shop1104697690 AliExpress
True, it does not have a light. See my comments above for my other thoughts. And I should add this is just my opinion / thoughts /…
16/06/2025 - 14:55
guyvb replied to constipated on Worx WX242 Mini Electrical Screwdriver US$29,81 (~A$46.79) Delivered @ Shop1104697690 AliExpress
The push-to-activate functionality is a biggie for me, and also the reason that I just can't fall in love with the Vessel, much as I want…
16/06/2025 - 14:53
guyvb commented on Worx WX242 Mini Electrical Screwdriver US$29,81 (~A$46.79) Delivered @ Shop1104697690 AliExpress
Good deal, fine deal, but speaking as someone who uses these type of screwdrivers a lot, I'd recommend spending a bit more to get a Bosch…
16/06/2025 - 11:26
guyvb replied to Zeee on nbn FTTN/FTTC to FTTP Upgrade & Plan (Select Locations) 500/50 $79.95/Month for 12 Months ($92.95/Month Ongoing) @ Leaptel
fttp are getting the upgrade too: https://leaptel.com.au/nbn-speed-upgrades-are-coming-heres-what-it-means-for-you/
04/06/2025 - 12:55
guyvb commented on 50% off Sitewide + Free Delivery (from US$19.50/Pair) @ Nextpair Eyewear
For anyone interested, I got a new pair from firmoo recently, first glasses I've bought online and I'm pretty impressed. My wife was an…
27/05/2025 - 12:55
guyvb replied to ET24 on Japan Data Only / Travel eSIM 5GB 30-Day for US$4.39 (~A$6.90, 20% off) @ eSIM Outlet
Just buy a multi-country esim from Travelkon, they've got a 20% discount voucher at the moment.
10/04/2025 - 14:55
guyvb commented on [Back Order] Makita DLM464Z 18" (460mm) 2×18V Brushless Battery Lawn Mower (Skin Only) $499 Delivered @ Power Tool Specialists
Great mower - I bought it about a year ago, my first electric mower, love it.
06/04/2025 - 21:38
guyvb commented on Bosch PWB 600 Portable Work Bench $155 Delivered @ Amazon AU
Great benches, I've got a couple and use them a lot.
17/03/2025 - 07:31
guyvb replied to jasopan on Telstra $350 Pre-Paid SIM Starter Kit (Get 310GB Data if Activated by 7-July-2025) for $275 Delivered @ Oz Tech Biz
Boost have a 7 day / $13 plan that I might go with just for the port out/in. Tbh I haven't done much searching around yet though.
12/03/2025 - 15:37
guyvb commented on DeWALT 2000W 254mm (10") Corded Table Saw DWE7491-XE $832 (Was $999) + Delivery ($0 C&C/ in-Store) @ Bunnings
I have this one, it's an absolute beast. I'd recommend it.
07/03/2025 - 17:01
guyvb replied to shivaussie on [Pre Order] GL.iNet Slate 7 (GL-BE3600) Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router: US$120 (US$96 800 Units / US$102 1000 Units) @ GL.iNet
Personally I use them in hotels, to connect to the hotel wifi, often via some kind of portal you need to log in to. All my devices are…
04/03/2025 - 15:56
guyvb replied to Churna on [Pre Order] GL.iNet Slate 7 (GL-BE3600) Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router: US$120 (US$96 800 Units / US$102 1000 Units) @ GL.iNet
Yeah the Beryl AX is my travel choice, although I think even it is too big for (my) travel. But I do find the newer software version really…
04/03/2025 - 15:19
guyvb commented on [Pre Order] GL.iNet Slate 7 (GL-BE3600) Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 Travel Router: US$120 (US$96 800 Units / US$102 1000 Units) @ GL.iNet
I really really want to buy this - but 130 x 91 x 34mm is just too big for a "travel" router.
04/03/2025 - 14:13
guyvb replied to tmr3 on [Back Order] Samsonite Upscape Carry-On 55cm Suitcase Stone Grey $185 Delivered @ Amazon AU
Hmm, I hear what you're saying. My Applite 4e Medium (71cm) sitting here next to me measures (including wheels) 69h x 43w x 27d for a total…
03/03/2025 - 14:41
guyvb replied to tobia on [Back Order] Samsonite Upscape Carry-On 55cm Suitcase Stone Grey $185 Delivered @ Amazon AU
My go-to combo for a 3 to 4 week trip is an American Tourister Applite Medium/71cm, with matching 50 or 55cm carry-on. When moving around,…
02/03/2025 - 18:28
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