Gareth
@garethpanchem.bsky.social
Hole digger, aspiring gardener, inventor, analytical and environmental chemist and a few other things (which I've been called many times).
Cantilever Platform©
Made by using a car ramp and two pieces of 4 x 2 (from an old bed) 👍, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to work on the motor.
Also, plenums rus ;-).
It looks like I’ve labelled the hoses and attachment sites A/A’, B/B’ (a vacuum to the brake chamber) etc. Which is a good thing,
Made by using a car ramp and two pieces of 4 x 2 (from an old bed) 👍, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to work on the motor.
Also, plenums rus ;-).
It looks like I’ve labelled the hoses and attachment sites A/A’, B/B’ (a vacuum to the brake chamber) etc. Which is a good thing,
February 11, 2026 at 2:38 AM
Cantilever Platform©
Made by using a car ramp and two pieces of 4 x 2 (from an old bed) 👍, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to work on the motor.
Also, plenums rus ;-).
It looks like I’ve labelled the hoses and attachment sites A/A’, B/B’ (a vacuum to the brake chamber) etc. Which is a good thing,
Made by using a car ramp and two pieces of 4 x 2 (from an old bed) 👍, otherwise I wouldn’t be able to work on the motor.
Also, plenums rus ;-).
It looks like I’ve labelled the hoses and attachment sites A/A’, B/B’ (a vacuum to the brake chamber) etc. Which is a good thing,
Me trying to work out where the many pipes fit under the bonnet (hood) :-/ :-\ :-/ ;-).
February 9, 2026 at 11:44 AM
Me trying to work out where the many pipes fit under the bonnet (hood) :-/ :-\ :-/ ;-).
Camshaft sprocket gizmo with extension bar©
Yes, I know I could have bought one, but that’s not the point 🤣. I just wanted to see if I could make one out of some parts from scrapped recliner chair. I found a hinged part, trimmed it using an angle grinder (cut wheel) and welded a couple of bolts
Yes, I know I could have bought one, but that’s not the point 🤣. I just wanted to see if I could make one out of some parts from scrapped recliner chair. I found a hinged part, trimmed it using an angle grinder (cut wheel) and welded a couple of bolts
February 9, 2026 at 11:38 AM
Camshaft sprocket gizmo with extension bar©
Yes, I know I could have bought one, but that’s not the point 🤣. I just wanted to see if I could make one out of some parts from scrapped recliner chair. I found a hinged part, trimmed it using an angle grinder (cut wheel) and welded a couple of bolts
Yes, I know I could have bought one, but that’s not the point 🤣. I just wanted to see if I could make one out of some parts from scrapped recliner chair. I found a hinged part, trimmed it using an angle grinder (cut wheel) and welded a couple of bolts
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FACT: Like cooking? Price was also an experienced chef; publishing several top rated cook books, and hosting Cooking Price Wise in the UK
His father was also a renowned candy maker, and his grandfather patented Baking Powder.
@princetonvice.bsky.social
#thelastdrivein
#mutantfam
His father was also a renowned candy maker, and his grandfather patented Baking Powder.
@princetonvice.bsky.social
#thelastdrivein
#mutantfam
February 7, 2026 at 3:15 AM
FACT: Like cooking? Price was also an experienced chef; publishing several top rated cook books, and hosting Cooking Price Wise in the UK
His father was also a renowned candy maker, and his grandfather patented Baking Powder.
@princetonvice.bsky.social
#thelastdrivein
#mutantfam
His father was also a renowned candy maker, and his grandfather patented Baking Powder.
@princetonvice.bsky.social
#thelastdrivein
#mutantfam
Torque Talk©
I checked the calibration of one torque wrench by connecting it to a calibrated wrench using a piece of Allen key (half inch, 10 mm or more). The ‘needle wrench’ was calibrated the old-fashioned way. An Allen key was fastened in a vice (or welded to something ;-) and the needle wrench
I checked the calibration of one torque wrench by connecting it to a calibrated wrench using a piece of Allen key (half inch, 10 mm or more). The ‘needle wrench’ was calibrated the old-fashioned way. An Allen key was fastened in a vice (or welded to something ;-) and the needle wrench
February 7, 2026 at 10:06 AM
Torque Talk©
I checked the calibration of one torque wrench by connecting it to a calibrated wrench using a piece of Allen key (half inch, 10 mm or more). The ‘needle wrench’ was calibrated the old-fashioned way. An Allen key was fastened in a vice (or welded to something ;-) and the needle wrench
I checked the calibration of one torque wrench by connecting it to a calibrated wrench using a piece of Allen key (half inch, 10 mm or more). The ‘needle wrench’ was calibrated the old-fashioned way. An Allen key was fastened in a vice (or welded to something ;-) and the needle wrench
Thirsty as a snake©
Today, a brown snake was drinking from a ground-level birdbath. No, there aren’t any pictures, I was too busy panicking about the well-being of the three small dogs we’ve got (two are guest dogs). We lost a cat a few years back and I think it was snakebite that did for him.
Today, a brown snake was drinking from a ground-level birdbath. No, there aren’t any pictures, I was too busy panicking about the well-being of the three small dogs we’ve got (two are guest dogs). We lost a cat a few years back and I think it was snakebite that did for him.
December 29, 2025 at 1:06 PM
Thirsty as a snake©
Today, a brown snake was drinking from a ground-level birdbath. No, there aren’t any pictures, I was too busy panicking about the well-being of the three small dogs we’ve got (two are guest dogs). We lost a cat a few years back and I think it was snakebite that did for him.
Today, a brown snake was drinking from a ground-level birdbath. No, there aren’t any pictures, I was too busy panicking about the well-being of the three small dogs we’ve got (two are guest dogs). We lost a cat a few years back and I think it was snakebite that did for him.
Cockatoo Crook©
Me: We’re losing a lot of young fruit.
She: It’s probably because it’s not setting and the hot wind is finishing them off.
Me: Maybe.
So, I pointed our dog at the roosting robber, just as a butterfly glided by: she chased the butterfly! :-/.
Other birds come in too;
Me: We’re losing a lot of young fruit.
She: It’s probably because it’s not setting and the hot wind is finishing them off.
Me: Maybe.
So, I pointed our dog at the roosting robber, just as a butterfly glided by: she chased the butterfly! :-/.
Other birds come in too;
December 17, 2025 at 10:32 PM
Cockatoo Crook©
Me: We’re losing a lot of young fruit.
She: It’s probably because it’s not setting and the hot wind is finishing them off.
Me: Maybe.
So, I pointed our dog at the roosting robber, just as a butterfly glided by: she chased the butterfly! :-/.
Other birds come in too;
Me: We’re losing a lot of young fruit.
She: It’s probably because it’s not setting and the hot wind is finishing them off.
Me: Maybe.
So, I pointed our dog at the roosting robber, just as a butterfly glided by: she chased the butterfly! :-/.
Other birds come in too;
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Sadly relevant today.
December 1, 2025 at 4:04 PM
Sadly relevant today.
Trim pipes©
We’re replacing our wireless reverse camera because the image kept dropping out in car parks. We figured that it was caused by electrical interference (maybe electromagnetic), regardless it was dangerous. We’ve opted for a wired version that simply plugs into an aftermarket ‘carplay.’
We’re replacing our wireless reverse camera because the image kept dropping out in car parks. We figured that it was caused by electrical interference (maybe electromagnetic), regardless it was dangerous. We’ve opted for a wired version that simply plugs into an aftermarket ‘carplay.’
December 2, 2025 at 10:28 AM
Trim pipes©
We’re replacing our wireless reverse camera because the image kept dropping out in car parks. We figured that it was caused by electrical interference (maybe electromagnetic), regardless it was dangerous. We’ve opted for a wired version that simply plugs into an aftermarket ‘carplay.’
We’re replacing our wireless reverse camera because the image kept dropping out in car parks. We figured that it was caused by electrical interference (maybe electromagnetic), regardless it was dangerous. We’ve opted for a wired version that simply plugs into an aftermarket ‘carplay.’
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’Tis the Season
Layered Cranberry Mousse recipe. You will need a large bowl for this one.
Layered Cranberry Mousse recipe. You will need a large bowl for this one.
November 26, 2025 at 12:33 AM
’Tis the Season
Layered Cranberry Mousse recipe. You will need a large bowl for this one.
Layered Cranberry Mousse recipe. You will need a large bowl for this one.
I’m calling this permaculture©
If ever there was such a thing as a robust test of raised gardens, then I’m a champion 🤣 I’ve neglected them, planted them incorrectly, and they still work! I’m now convinced; this is the way to go for us in this location 👍. I’ll still try some traditional techniques
If ever there was such a thing as a robust test of raised gardens, then I’m a champion 🤣 I’ve neglected them, planted them incorrectly, and they still work! I’m now convinced; this is the way to go for us in this location 👍. I’ll still try some traditional techniques
November 29, 2025 at 1:33 AM
I’m calling this permaculture©
If ever there was such a thing as a robust test of raised gardens, then I’m a champion 🤣 I’ve neglected them, planted them incorrectly, and they still work! I’m now convinced; this is the way to go for us in this location 👍. I’ll still try some traditional techniques
If ever there was such a thing as a robust test of raised gardens, then I’m a champion 🤣 I’ve neglected them, planted them incorrectly, and they still work! I’m now convinced; this is the way to go for us in this location 👍. I’ll still try some traditional techniques
Harvested spring onions, transplanted sweet basil and a rogue lettuce ©
We know that you can plant many crops, as seeds, directly into the ground. But we’re currently using raised beds for many of our crops after germinating the seeds in mini-greenhouses, and it’s working well.
We know that you can plant many crops, as seeds, directly into the ground. But we’re currently using raised beds for many of our crops after germinating the seeds in mini-greenhouses, and it’s working well.
November 26, 2025 at 11:58 PM
Harvested spring onions, transplanted sweet basil and a rogue lettuce ©
We know that you can plant many crops, as seeds, directly into the ground. But we’re currently using raised beds for many of our crops after germinating the seeds in mini-greenhouses, and it’s working well.
We know that you can plant many crops, as seeds, directly into the ground. But we’re currently using raised beds for many of our crops after germinating the seeds in mini-greenhouses, and it’s working well.
Hollyhocks in stormy weather©
I’ve been told that these are Hollyhocks :-/.
I’ve been told that these are Hollyhocks :-/.
November 22, 2025 at 2:21 AM
Hollyhocks in stormy weather©
I’ve been told that these are Hollyhocks :-/.
I’ve been told that these are Hollyhocks :-/.
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Putting new, clean air buses on California’s streets will improve commutes, cut pollution, and enhance the quality of life for communities from Alameda to Yuba and all across our state.
Even years after its passage, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is continuing to deliver for California.
Even years after its passage, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is continuing to deliver for California.
November 19, 2025 at 9:27 PM
Putting new, clean air buses on California’s streets will improve commutes, cut pollution, and enhance the quality of life for communities from Alameda to Yuba and all across our state.
Even years after its passage, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is continuing to deliver for California.
Even years after its passage, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law is continuing to deliver for California.
Basil Tree©
Well, here’s our sweet basil tree and its suckers ;-).
While the rootstock is still green, the grafted orange didn’t take. We ended up transplanting it from the garden into a pot. It’s a shame to waste the rootstock, so we plan to graft three shoots onto it, two mandarin and
Well, here’s our sweet basil tree and its suckers ;-).
While the rootstock is still green, the grafted orange didn’t take. We ended up transplanting it from the garden into a pot. It’s a shame to waste the rootstock, so we plan to graft three shoots onto it, two mandarin and
November 19, 2025 at 11:52 PM
Basil Tree©
Well, here’s our sweet basil tree and its suckers ;-).
While the rootstock is still green, the grafted orange didn’t take. We ended up transplanting it from the garden into a pot. It’s a shame to waste the rootstock, so we plan to graft three shoots onto it, two mandarin and
Well, here’s our sweet basil tree and its suckers ;-).
While the rootstock is still green, the grafted orange didn’t take. We ended up transplanting it from the garden into a pot. It’s a shame to waste the rootstock, so we plan to graft three shoots onto it, two mandarin and
The Triffids are coming along©
Spring onions (white dot) are in the foreground along with some celery that is about to go to seed (yellow dots). Leeks (red dot) are at the back, and surround a giant tomato bush (determinate variety, pink dot). I’ll put some climbing, vine-like, cherry tomatoes in
Spring onions (white dot) are in the foreground along with some celery that is about to go to seed (yellow dots). Leeks (red dot) are at the back, and surround a giant tomato bush (determinate variety, pink dot). I’ll put some climbing, vine-like, cherry tomatoes in
November 8, 2025 at 1:06 PM
The Triffids are coming along©
Spring onions (white dot) are in the foreground along with some celery that is about to go to seed (yellow dots). Leeks (red dot) are at the back, and surround a giant tomato bush (determinate variety, pink dot). I’ll put some climbing, vine-like, cherry tomatoes in
Spring onions (white dot) are in the foreground along with some celery that is about to go to seed (yellow dots). Leeks (red dot) are at the back, and surround a giant tomato bush (determinate variety, pink dot). I’ll put some climbing, vine-like, cherry tomatoes in
A Springtime Path©
I’m in awe of the products of nature’s palette; they’re often a happy chaos.
I’m in awe of the products of nature’s palette; they’re often a happy chaos.
November 7, 2025 at 2:18 PM
A Springtime Path©
I’m in awe of the products of nature’s palette; they’re often a happy chaos.
I’m in awe of the products of nature’s palette; they’re often a happy chaos.
A sandwich©
Well, I picked so much lettuce the other day that I’ve had to have lettuce sandwiches every day. I’m not complaining, and I’m grateful for the crop, since I know that various fibres help protect our innards. But it’s also good to add some spring onions and a mature cheese to the mix (and
Well, I picked so much lettuce the other day that I’ve had to have lettuce sandwiches every day. I’m not complaining, and I’m grateful for the crop, since I know that various fibres help protect our innards. But it’s also good to add some spring onions and a mature cheese to the mix (and
November 4, 2025 at 7:01 AM
A sandwich©
Well, I picked so much lettuce the other day that I’ve had to have lettuce sandwiches every day. I’m not complaining, and I’m grateful for the crop, since I know that various fibres help protect our innards. But it’s also good to add some spring onions and a mature cheese to the mix (and
Well, I picked so much lettuce the other day that I’ve had to have lettuce sandwiches every day. I’m not complaining, and I’m grateful for the crop, since I know that various fibres help protect our innards. But it’s also good to add some spring onions and a mature cheese to the mix (and
Chocolate donuts: A healthy alternative©
;-).
I’ve just come back from a walk.
Me: Let’s have a cuppa and some donuts.
She: Let’s eat healthy.
Me: o.k.
These strawberries smell and taste like strawberries used to do; they’re a potent delight.
;-).
I’ve just come back from a walk.
Me: Let’s have a cuppa and some donuts.
She: Let’s eat healthy.
Me: o.k.
These strawberries smell and taste like strawberries used to do; they’re a potent delight.
October 28, 2025 at 3:21 AM
Chocolate donuts: A healthy alternative©
;-).
I’ve just come back from a walk.
Me: Let’s have a cuppa and some donuts.
She: Let’s eat healthy.
Me: o.k.
These strawberries smell and taste like strawberries used to do; they’re a potent delight.
;-).
I’ve just come back from a walk.
Me: Let’s have a cuppa and some donuts.
She: Let’s eat healthy.
Me: o.k.
These strawberries smell and taste like strawberries used to do; they’re a potent delight.
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The nerve of that guy wearing a tan suit in the White House!
October 26, 2025 at 10:13 AM
The nerve of that guy wearing a tan suit in the White House!
Millie and Snowy©
Here’s Millie, our new dog, and Snowy, her mum (mam, mom,…;-) Millie is the one out front. Snowy had a holiday with us for a while, but she’s now back at her home.
Here’s Millie, our new dog, and Snowy, her mum (mam, mom,…;-) Millie is the one out front. Snowy had a holiday with us for a while, but she’s now back at her home.
October 24, 2025 at 9:46 AM
Millie and Snowy©
Here’s Millie, our new dog, and Snowy, her mum (mam, mom,…;-) Millie is the one out front. Snowy had a holiday with us for a while, but she’s now back at her home.
Here’s Millie, our new dog, and Snowy, her mum (mam, mom,…;-) Millie is the one out front. Snowy had a holiday with us for a while, but she’s now back at her home.
Pumpkin seedlings©
It looks like I’ve overdone it again :-/ These pumpkin seedlings were grown from a pumpkin we ate about six months ago. The seeds were washed in a sieve, dried on paper towels and hung in a dark dry place (shed or cupboard), in a mesh bag (stocking material would also work too).
It looks like I’ve overdone it again :-/ These pumpkin seedlings were grown from a pumpkin we ate about six months ago. The seeds were washed in a sieve, dried on paper towels and hung in a dark dry place (shed or cupboard), in a mesh bag (stocking material would also work too).
October 18, 2025 at 7:59 AM
Pumpkin seedlings©
It looks like I’ve overdone it again :-/ These pumpkin seedlings were grown from a pumpkin we ate about six months ago. The seeds were washed in a sieve, dried on paper towels and hung in a dark dry place (shed or cupboard), in a mesh bag (stocking material would also work too).
It looks like I’ve overdone it again :-/ These pumpkin seedlings were grown from a pumpkin we ate about six months ago. The seeds were washed in a sieve, dried on paper towels and hung in a dark dry place (shed or cupboard), in a mesh bag (stocking material would also work too).
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It costs ~$70 to produce a year’s supply of insulin.
Yet, the average annual cost of insulin went from $2,864 in 2012 to $5,705 in 2016 to $18,000 in 2025. A 25,714% markup. That isn’t inflation or supply chain—It’s corporate greed.
Now—California will sell insulin for $11. Make this nationwide!
Yet, the average annual cost of insulin went from $2,864 in 2012 to $5,705 in 2016 to $18,000 in 2025. A 25,714% markup. That isn’t inflation or supply chain—It’s corporate greed.
Now—California will sell insulin for $11. Make this nationwide!
October 17, 2025 at 3:43 AM
It costs ~$70 to produce a year’s supply of insulin.
Yet, the average annual cost of insulin went from $2,864 in 2012 to $5,705 in 2016 to $18,000 in 2025. A 25,714% markup. That isn’t inflation or supply chain—It’s corporate greed.
Now—California will sell insulin for $11. Make this nationwide!
Yet, the average annual cost of insulin went from $2,864 in 2012 to $5,705 in 2016 to $18,000 in 2025. A 25,714% markup. That isn’t inflation or supply chain—It’s corporate greed.
Now—California will sell insulin for $11. Make this nationwide!