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Title: Whatcha up to?
Post by: SashaNT on March 03, 2021, 09:38:33 pm
Hey all! It's been a while since I've interacted with anybody from here so I wanted to start a topic to see what people were up to these days.

I'll go first.

I got married. My one year anniversary is March 13th. We got married on a Friday the 13th because of reasons. XD I have a cat now. Her name is Blackie. She is a domestic longhair and is about 7 years old. I wrote and self published a book - link should be in my signature, please let me know if it doesn't work. Speaking of work, I work with the mentally and physically disabled. Really rewarding, but also super tough at times lol.

So, whatcha been up to?
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on March 03, 2021, 10:47:32 pm
Hey all! It's been a while since I've interacted with anybody from here so I wanted to start a topic to see what people were up to these days.

I'll go first.

I got married. My one year anniversary is March 13th. We got married on a Friday the 13th because of reasons. XD I have a cat now. Her name is Blackie. She is a domestic longhair and is about 7 years old. I wrote and self published a book - link should be in my signature, please let me know if it doesn't work. Speaking of work, I work with the mentally and physically disabled. Really rewarding, but also super tough at times lol.

So, whatcha been up to?
:wcome: :wcome: :wcome:

Oh wow! Congratulations! So now you can call yourselves M&M eh? lol Sorry silly joke but noticed both you and your husband have M names :P

(http://www.killerz.dns2go.com/smfbb20/index.php?action=dlattach;topic=156.0;attach=673;image) (https://www.mms.com/en-us/configurator?method=load&customerType=B2C)


Also you can post pics of your cat here: "Official Pet Thread version 2" (http://www.killerz.dns2go.com/smfbb20/index.php?topic=157.msg1784#msg1784)
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on March 03, 2021, 10:51:56 pm
Ah lot has happened for me too. I quit gaming 3 years ago when I started back on a dialysis machine as I lost my kidney from Septic Shock after getting a very bad case of Respiratory Distress / Pneumonia. Then just the end of last year (Dec 20th 2020) I got a new kidney transplant. I am still recovering and have had set backs (a rejection, unexplained difficultly breathing and excessive fluid in my feet and legs especially on the side the kidney was placed in my body (right side) and trying to keep hydrated after years of not being allowed to drink more than 1000 ml per day (1/4 gallon?) and getting used to all these transplant medications which are different than before). I have also just recently come back to gaming and doing admin / security / tech-geek maintenance for Sandman again. :)

Oh and I fixed your sig so the link was not just text but clickable  :tup: 

I love your avatar by the way :)
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on March 04, 2021, 08:59:18 pm
Well hey SashaNT.  That name sure does sound familiar.  I almost confused you with someone else who had used a similar sounding name.  Anyway, welcome to the SA forums.

Not a lot new going on with me.  I had quit working at the Volvo dealer about 4 years ago and now working at a collision center that decided to expand.  I got myself another cat almost 2 years after my last one passed away.  I named him Lord Beerus after a anime cat god from Dragon Ball Super.   I just recently got myself another vehicle.  It was last Friday to be exact.  It's not new but it's new to me.  lol.  I got a 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L.  It's last owner literally ran it into the ground.  Blew the engine and trans and destroyed the catalytic converters.  He couldn't afford to fix it so he sold it to my boss cheap.  Anyway, to make a long story short, I bought it from my boss for what he spent to get it and fix it.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on March 05, 2021, 07:12:40 am
Well hey SashaNT.  That name sure does sound familiar.  I almost confused you with someone else who had used a similar sounding name.  Anyway, welcome to the SA forums.

The difference is this is her online pseudonym and with him that was his real name but spelled slightly different (with a c). :P 

I got a 2007 Honda Pilot EX-L.  It's last owner literally ran it into the ground.  Blew the engine and trans and destroyed the catalytic converters.  He couldn't afford to fix it so he sold it to my boss cheap.  Anyway, to make a long story short, I bought it from my boss for what he spent to get it and fix it.
Now I wanna see a pic
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on March 07, 2021, 01:26:02 am
I don't have any pictures of it just yet, because I want to give it a good detail before I go showing it off.  The paint looks like hell.  :-[  But here is a image of it to give you an idea of how it's suppose to look.

Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on March 08, 2021, 10:13:33 pm
Ok.  I took a few pics of the car as it is.  So these will be the "before" pics.  So to speak.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on March 10, 2021, 10:01:57 am
Nice! Can't wait til I see the afters! Surprised to see you in something like that. That is more of a family ride
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on March 11, 2021, 08:06:29 pm
Nice! Can't wait til I see the afters! Surprised to see you in something like that. That is more of a family ride.

I know.  That is why I was hesitant to get it at first.  It has 3rd row seating.  But thankfully, that 3rd row can be folded flat for more cargo space.  :tup:
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on March 12, 2021, 05:40:26 am
Nice! Can't wait til I see the afters! Surprised to see you in something like that. That is more of a family ride.

I know.  That is why I was hesitant to get it at first.  It has 3rd row seating.  But thankfully, that 3rd row can be folded flat for more cargo space.  :tup:
Ah NOW that makes it more your style :P
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on November 20, 2021, 03:51:11 pm
I know it's been a while.  I should have posted sooner.  But I took these today.  ALL repairs are complete.  Along with a number of small mods.

Mods include: 
4 new aggressive all terrain tires (https://www.toyotires.com/product/open-country-at2/). 
2.5 inch lift kit (https://www.amazon.com/Takeo-Front-Leveling-Honda-2003-2008/dp/B08KHDDSZC/ref=asc_df_B08KHDDSZC/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=504957176336&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=12223756038571755451&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9007318&hvtargid=pla-1208855999215&psc=1).
Warn 3 ton front D ring shackle (https://overlander.com/products/warn-epic-shackle?currency=USD&variant=36885524086940&utm_medium=cpc&utm_source=google&utm_campaign=Google%20Shopping&gclid=CjwKCAiA1uKMBhAGEiwAxzvX93DHPHhhgKU7K5zoQRrklNTfBdicfHe70SwKHTY1jC9XP8jD0-9mWxoCXHMQAvD_BwE)
and a Farenheit TI-702HB (https://www.amazon.com/Farenheit-TI-702HB-Bluetooth-Android-Phonelink/dp/B07SGGKYMK) 7" touch screen car radio.
Also added the factory driving lights that this truck didn't have.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on January 15, 2022, 02:42:58 pm
Nice
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on January 15, 2022, 02:45:40 pm
Me I was in the hospital over the New Years but was sick a week before Christmas. It just got to the point where I needed the help of the hospital as I was unable to do it all myself. I became dehydrated and my electrolytes Potassium, Calcium and Magnesium dropped really low effecting a few things in the body such as mental status and heart beat and causing cramps and stiffness and confusion and dizziness. After a lot of IV's and antibiotics for the infection that caused the dehydration in the first place I finally got to go home on Jan 6th. My Magnesium and Calcium do still tend to drop so I take pills for those.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on January 15, 2022, 03:03:20 pm
Wow, that sucks that you practically missed out on the holidays.  I hope that you're feeling better now?

I've been playing around on the latest 7D2D patch lately.  Cheats are off by the way.  But the server is heavily modded, sooo.  If you're up for it, you're welcome to come play with me.

You will need to download and install the latest mods pack in order to join me.  Current as of this post -->  7D2D A20 Mods pack (http://killerz.dns2go.com/files/Mods.rar)  <--  Remember to delete your old mod files before installing the new ones.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on January 17, 2022, 03:59:31 pm
Thanks. That is good to know. I saw you playing the other night (said so on Discord) but I have been so tired as I am getting better. All the blood they took from me in takes a bit for my hemoglobin to come back up and my Magnesium keeps dropping which when it is low also makes me tired. The other electrolytes are manageable from home but one of my transplant pills causes my magnesium to keep going low so that is why that is an on going problem. I have been very tired so I haven't really been playing any games. I might log in .. think about it .. realize I am too tired and log back out lol. I want to have the energy I used to have but I guess in due time I will. I am just impatient.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on January 22, 2022, 08:48:21 pm
Well, I did actually install 7d2d dedicated server on the server PC.  But the server PC's video card can't handle it.  So, I setup the built-in version of dedicated server on my rig and it seems to work fine for me.  I can join that server and it plays like I was hosting a listen server.  Also shows on discord and steam as if I was playing the whole time.  lol.  Oops!
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on March 02, 2022, 10:05:52 pm
Well, I did actually install 7d2d dedicated server on the server PC.  But the server PC's video card can't handle it.  So, I setup the built-in version of dedicated server on my rig and it seems to work fine for me.  I can join that server and it plays like I was hosting a listen server. Also shows on discord and steam as if I was playing the whole time.  lol.  Oops!

Woops! lol

Well, while I watched you play I was amazed at all the improvements!!
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on March 08, 2022, 10:12:35 pm
I'm still waiting for you to come join me.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on May 02, 2022, 10:46:04 am
I'm still waiting for you to come join me.

I did update Steam but then got real busy over Easter and also family and medical appointments that I didn't get a chance to log in here to grab the server files I needed to add to 7DTD.

I had been busy trying to be there for Anthony who is doing badly health wise and for my cousin Bob who had a quadruple Bypass (was supposedly to only be a triple). Also there was a medication mix up and had to spend time getting that straitened  up which I was not too happy got screwed up in the first place by a newer employee. As well as I got my referral to the local Nephrologist (kidney doc) but still need other referrals that have not been replied to so looking for other doctors. My mom's doctor gave permission to see him but I still need to get my family doctor to do the referral but I had been so busy I kept forgetting. Have to do that today. Plus I have to call the local Revenue Agency about my Disability Tax Credit. Ya ... been a bit busy. Also was trying to call Dave but now both my phones just keep getting a voice mail woman's voice saying "The customer is not available" despite him saying that he has no voice mail. Only his answering machine which is a man's voice and doesn't pick up on the first ring like this voice mail does. For a bit of time I was able to get a hold of him on my cell but now it is both my phones again that cannot get a hold of him. 

I am trying to find time for everything and when I did talk to Dave last he told me to log in here as he posted something for me about a game he wanted me to try.

So ya .. here .. been busy. Oh also I got my tire replaced thanks to Dave so I am able to drive again.  Also my niece is going back to the UK in 9 days so I wanted to be available for her as much as possible. It is really looking like she wants to stay in the UK.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on May 07, 2022, 10:09:16 pm
Well, the 7D2D server has been up for 4 months now.  Just sayin.  Obviously, you've had a lot on your plate.  And the plates just keep coming. :^-^:
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on May 07, 2022, 11:32:58 pm
Well, the 7D2D server has been up for 4 months now.  Just sayin.  Obviously, you've had a lot on your plate.  And the plates just keep coming. :^-^:

Well my niece just left today to go back to the UK so it will just be all my mom again and with Easter done with ... and taxes done with .. and now just to get a new cell as mine is about to explode (noticed the screen started being discoloured on one side and then noticed how the cell doesn't fit in the case right that one side of the screen was bevelled up like it is damaged, I took it out of that protective outer case I had on it for the last 3 years and noticed the back of the cell is not flat anymore. I suspect the battery had overheated and the battery app did not kick in but instead this might have been just the battery going over time and then poof. I can actually still use my cell but at this rate I really do not want to but am looking into another cell. I don't have one but want to get an unlocked one so I can still keep my plan as getting any new plan will cost more monthly and over all.

Yes, there always seems to be something new that comes up and makes me tooo busy to just sit at the computer and game. Frankly there are a lot of things to do .. always. :(
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: One Eyed Wonderweasle on May 08, 2022, 02:37:57 pm
 Bulging battery sounds like something the manufacturer should replace the phone for, if you didn't physically damage the phone, then it sounds like it should be something the manufacturer should be on the hook for. It might be worth looking into.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on May 20, 2022, 11:12:49 pm
Actually, a bulging battery is a sign that It's been overcharged many times and Its service life is about over.  Word to the wise, lithium-Ion batteries should only be charged to about 80% or so to get the most life out of them.  If the device was still under warrantee, you could get it replaced for free.  But in KT's case, it's several years old now so.  Time to save up for a new one.

Speaking of that.  I just upgraded my cell phone after a much enjoyed 9+ year stretch.  Went from a Galaxy Note 3 (that still looks and works prefect) to a Galaxy S22.  Yeah.  No Apple anything for me.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: One Eyed Wonderweasle on May 21, 2022, 10:46:07 pm
Actually, a bulging battery is a sign that It's been overcharged many times and Its service life is about over.  Word to the wise, lithium-Ion batteries should only be charged to about 80% or so to get the most life out of them.  If the device was still under warrantee, you could get it replaced for free.  But in KT's case, it's several years old now so.  Time to save up for a new one.

Speaking of that.  I just upgraded my cell phone after a much enjoyed 9+ year stretch.  Went from a Galaxy Note 3 (that still looks and works prefect) to a Galaxy S22.  Yeah.  No Apple anything for me.
anytime you have a product that has a part that could explode when you are using it properly, I don't think it is out of line for them to replace the part that is obviously not working as designed.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on May 22, 2022, 03:55:10 pm
anytime you have a product that has a part that could explode when you are using it properly, I don't think it is out of line for them to replace the part that is obviously not working as designed.

I agree.  But the fact that it's well past 3 years old now, I doubt there is any warrantee left to cover its repairs.  Let alone, its replacement.  You know that the company that sold her the device is just going to tell her that she got her money's worth out of it and try to sell her a new one.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on June 01, 2022, 01:47:34 am
I'm curious as to what the forum will have to say about my new device.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: KT 💣 KλBoƠM on July 03, 2022, 06:09:31 pm
I'm curious as to what the forum will have to say about my new device.

Galaxy s22 (https://www.samsung.com/ca/smartphones/galaxy-s22/)?

(https://mob.co/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/d59061909adb49bf96693908211b25c79cf4cc41-removebg-preview.png)

Nice! What colour did you get?

Nice specs. (https://www.samsung.com/ca/smartphones/galaxy-s22/specs/)

Impressive.

Can I have your old one :P I can't afford a new plan so I want to find a phone I can switch my sim card to to continue my current plan.

Also regarding the discussion between you two about if I could get a replacement or not, Sandman is definitely right. There is no way I could get a replacement. Not even going to ask. The way things work with cell phones have been like this for awhile now. It is equivalent to trying to get money back for down time from your internet service provider. It might have worked long ago but now it just doesn't work that way. The cell phones work for about 2 to 3 years / the length of the contract and then when the battery does or anything happens after that, you just buy a new cell phone. That is how it is. The problem I have with this system is they always want you to buy a new contract as they say the old one does not exist anymore. Which I think is total crap because as long as I am using it with my current cell I have that service.
Title: Re: Whatcha up to?
Post by: Sandman[SA] on July 04, 2022, 01:59:43 am
So many questions.  lol.  But yeah.  It's the base model Galaxy S22.  Not the plus or ultra.  It's black in color and that image is not of a S series.  Looks more like the Note series.  And unfortunately, I can't give you my old Note 3 because T-Mobile keeps it as part of the trade-up program.  I was surprised that phone still had some value left in it.

Actually KT, a modern phones life expectancy is less than 1 year.  It's called "planned obsolescence".  If you spend good money for a new phone today and get a warrantee plan for it, you would expect them to repair or replace the phone if it ever gets damaged or broken for as long as you own it, right?  The fact is your phone's warrantee support is obsolete a month after the next generation phones hit the shelves.  They won't be able to replace a broken phone with a matching new one.  You may be able to get a refurbished one for a short while, but not new.  Nor will the warrantee pay for a replacement screen if it ever gets cracked or broken.  They will charge you full repair price for a replacement screen.