This is the first part of what I intend to be a series documenting my education in concurrent programming. They’ll reflect my thinking as I read through portions of the book Java Concurrency In Practice by Brian Goetz. The series will … Continue reading
Head Gaskets
This past weekend’s project was a big one. I feel like I say that about most of my projects but this time I really mean it. The job: head gaskets on my 1989 Chevy pick-up truck. As car troubles go … Continue reading
Gas Boiler Thermocouple Replacement
Well, Spring is here and last weekend my mom thought she would make it official at her house by shutting off the main power switch to the furnace. Many people do this as an energy-saving tactic. If you have a … Continue reading
Tempering Valve Trouble
We here at the Weekend Warrior’s house have been battling with heat and hot water issues for what must be years now. I’ve already resigned myself to replacing the oil-fired boiler this summer. Of course you’ll get to hear about … Continue reading
Micro-Maintenance
A few weeks ago our microwave shit the bed after several years of hard work. I went to Home Depot and laid down about $80 for a Magic Chef MCM1110W/B 1.1 cu. ft. 1000 Watt microwave. We have a shelf … Continue reading