Category Archives: Geek

“We’ve arranged a civilization in which most crucial elements profoundly depend on science and technology.” –Carl Sagan

Baseboard Calculator – PexSupply.com

Posted on 15 November 2013 by matthannan

Baseboard Calculator – PexSupply.com.

A VERY basic baseboard heater calculator.
VERY basic. Ballpark only, but good for a quick guesstimate with the tin foil.… Read the rest

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HeatingHelp.com – Loop_Hot-Water_Heating.pdf

Posted on 15 November 2013 by matthannan

HeatingHelp.com – Loop_Hot-Water_Heating.pdf.… Read the rest

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» Install Debian Squeeze/Wheezy on the Pogoplug E02 – Innovations by VinnyMac Productions

Posted on 31 October 2013 by matthannan

Thinking that a small Linux server might be a handy thing to have around. I’ve moved all of my data out to Bitcasa, so having 1TB of local storage is not as necessary as it used to be. In addition to just having a nifty toy to play with, I am thinking of actually using my Arduino and lashing it to the oil burner so that I can see how often it is used.… Read the rest

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How to Install Google’s Official 4.3 Jelly Bean Update on Your Nexus 7 Tablet Right Now « Nexus 7 softModder

Posted on 29 July 2013 by matthannan

If it doesn’t show up soon…

How to Install Google’s Official 4.3 Jelly Bean Update on Your Nexus 7 Tablet Right Now « Nexus 7 softModder.… Read the rest

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Network Administration : Installation of Tacacs+, Rancid, Cvsweb

Posted on 12 June 2013 by matthannan

Network Administration : Installation of Tacacs+, Rancid, Cvsweb.… Read the rest

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Gear Shifter Light!!!

Posted on 27 December 2012 by matthannan

Yesterday, I replaced the gear shifter light. This involved removing two concealed bolts and popping some plastic tabs. I used these instructions and the job was done in maybe 20 minutes. I involved the Nexus 7 tablet that I received for Christmas in the process, propping it up between the dashboard and the windshield.… Read the rest

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Side Marker Light Installation DIY

Posted on 19 December 2012 by matthannan

Side Marker Light Installation DIY.

Dear, Matt.
Please check if these lights work.
Love,
Matt… Read the rest

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Volvo Lights, Phase 1, Complete!

Posted on 18 December 2012 by matthannan

w00t!

  • Headlight switch seems to only have one light on and could possibly have two. There are five bulbs in the radio! There could easily be two in a headlight switch!! There are two bulbs in here. One for headlights, one for parking lights.
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    Light

    Posted on 18 December 2012 by matthannan

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    Very Small Lights.

    Here is a link to a great write-up on removing the switch from the dash, the bulb from the switch and then the bulb from the housing! At $0.59 each, I am good with just replacing the entire bulb and housing.… Read the rest

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    Volvo Lights

    Posted on 18 December 2012 by matthannan

    The radio and dash switch lights arrived last night. They are tiny tiny. I will grab a picture tonight as I start replacing burned out bulbs. I don’t think I’ll get as far as the radio tonight, but the dash switches shouldn’t be that difficult.… Read the rest

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