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  1. dkronie

    Ordering stuff from Amazon.com or .uk

    thx, they charged me +/- 30% customs duty on an electronic item this month, last year the duty was  about  +/- 20%, something changed I will check maybe it was not classified as an electronic item
  2. dkronie

    Ordering stuff from Amazon.com or .uk

    Beware SARS is now charging an extra 10% on top of normal duties for not importing from an African country "The 10% mark-up on the customs value in this calculation is applicable when goods are imported from a country outside the Customs Union. Therefore, if goods have their origin in any of...
  3. dkronie

    Why don't TV boxes last?

    Have Roku for years,  bullet proof Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  4. dkronie

    Preparing Window Frame For Varnish

    just use the sander, depends how bad, 80 then 100 Then 1st nourish the wood by applying 2 coats Woodoc Deep Penetrating Weatherproof Wax (depending on how dry the wood is, add more coats) or less expensive and if you have time Linseed oil Then seal with Woodoc 30 Polywax Sealer or whatever...
  5. dkronie

    Amazon.com shipping

    I am also waiting, think the border still closed or at least customs Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  6. dkronie

    Streaming equipment - why pay through your nose?

    Using WiFi on my streamer,  need to test it with cable , thx for the tip Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  7. dkronie

    GECO AUDIO - vanguard power amp

    Well done guys, it looks amazing I am still enjoying the Kidnap, I skipped the T-Rex, seems the Vanguard is next
  8. dkronie

    Speaker veneer repairs

    You still have the piece of veneer ? If yes  , use some wood glue and clamp or alternately phone books or some heavy you can put on to keep the piece there while glue is setting Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  9. dkronie

    The headphone heads up thread

    Nice  :notworthy: MCINTOSH MHA150 Headphone Amplifier (Display Unit) was R 129,990.00 now R 49,990.00 https://www.e-piphany.com/mcintosh-mha150-headphone-amplifier-display-unit-785006.html?cat=65944
  10. dkronie

    DAY 1

    Here is my list - Paint the garage floor - Install the greywater system (first mock up above ground, to ensure I have all adapters) - Mount Wireless AP in the ceiling (fibre moved to the garage) - Re-organise study/music room - Evaluate/Setup online music streamer( not sure which one, youtube...
  11. dkronie

    Bentley FR100 or Jamo Concert C803 dilemma

    Go with your ears , but then you will always wonder what if the Jamo's was better I can kick myself for the same reason now ,the good equipment that I sold while going through the journey I have realized that some people need to go through the journey to come to that conclusion on there own...
  12. dkronie

    Protecting kids from your speakers / speakers from kids

    I initially gotten a playpen for the kid but then decided to rather use the play pen for the equipment About 4 I think ,he was telling the friends and cousins not to touch pappa's stuff ... and watch out for volume knobs turned to the max ,eish Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  13. dkronie

    Members' Kit pics

    Saw a Pathos thread on Tapatalk yesterday,looking for it Someone bought one and waiting for delivery Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
  14. dkronie

    WiFi to Ethernet bridge

    get a wireless bridge like Netgear 5GHz Wireless-N HD Access Point/Bridge Bridge Mode The device can be used as an Ethernet bridge. In this mode it allows a wired Ethernet device to access an existing wireless network. Ideal for getting online with a DVR or game console, the bridge can even...
  15. dkronie

    Paradox Wireless - Config Help

    Removed the PIR's from the PGM, everything is working as it should, thx
  16. dkronie

    Paradox Wireless - Config Help

    Thx Chris , I have the 5050 Will try it tonight and let you know , the programming manual is not very straight forward for DIY purposes, with Babyware I could setup most things ... but also messed up some, eish :facepalm: Would you add the sms module (Paradox PCS250 Dual SMS)  or ip module...
  17. dkronie

    Paradox Wireless - Config Help

    Background: I installed a paradox alarm, got myself the usb cable and babyware software Currently connected: Hardwired Alarm Siren Hardwired Keypad Wireless PIR Problem: The wireless PIR's seems to automatically re-arm after a few minutes What I tried ? Disabled the auto-arm on the area tab...
  18. dkronie

    Trickle charger

    Saw the Optimate 4 at the Motor Museum, got mine 8 years ago, still going strong http://www.communica.co.za/catalog/Details/P3255187008
  19. dkronie

    Keeper Cans ... and why you keep them

    Fostex Mad dogs - for home use - they just so comfortable and sound so good iSine 10 - semi-portable - for the times I still need to hear the outside world - Office - Skate Park - Waiting - on holiday Sine - Travel
  20. dkronie

    Vehicle problems

    if they do strip and you pay for labour, they send the part away and wait for the assessment, Can you wait or will you pay to replace the clutch while waiting for assessment and then get a refund, if manufacturer fault I will not go down that route unless you have time and money, maybe ask...
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