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bio website piotrkula.com
location Macclesfield, United Kingdom
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I have been working with computers since the age of 5. My father was an electronics engineer and most of my skills are thanks to his lessons.

I am one of those people that work all day in front of a computer, come home and then spend what's left of the day working in front of a computer. And LOVE every second of it!

There is a time of my life where I spent allot of time in Home and Automative industry. That was mostly because my father was convinced that computers have no more future (boy is he still f**ing wrong!) I spent horrific hours construction houses and apartments, obtaining building and wiring certifications and playing Mr Landlord. The construction market crashed and we moved onto cars. Rebuilding classics and repairing minor accidents.

I took pride in what I did and learnt allot from that experience -Not just in knowledge but self discipline. I did not enjoy it as much as IT though, so I left...

Today I am a Certified Microsoft Profession and a self motivated Electronics Engineer. I still take pride in everything I do and when I build something - I make it last more than a 100 years, just like all the houses I built.

I love my job as a .NET Software Developer and I love the fact that Microsoft is kicking ass with its .NET architecture (Web, Electronics engineering and even Linux! (mono))

My father still believes computers have no future - Even though I am part of building the future of computers right around him.


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comment How long to you need to drive to recharge to offeset the power it took to start it?
In general they say that an alternator produces its best charging at 3000RPM on Petrol cars, it is just a rule.. they already charge at lower ones... You need to know how much ampere your alternator is 50,60,80,120.. and read about how much power one turn off the engine can take in general,, calculate the drain of power and then the optimal recharge time based on the alternators power. You dont need to drive x miles to charge. You need RPM's -- also read about petrol generators and how they charge and invert power. Consider making your question more constructive
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comment What precautions are needed when charging a car battery in an apartment?
Precaution number 1: Don't do it inside your home! If you "have to" keep it in an isolated room with a fire alarm, and the windows ajar for good ventilation in case of any vapours. But dont make a habit of it.
Feb
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comment Disc brake damage, how can it happen?
Oh yea.. If it just caused a lip in the disc.. there is no reason it should be grinding any more unless there is a problem right? I have seen really badly damaged and worn disc (150k miles on the same discs...) and they did not grind or anything(maybe slight feedback on the pedal.. but it was an old car anyway).
Feb
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comment Disc brake damage, how can it happen?
I am actaully going to go to a brake and wheel place and ask them to inspect it.. because i just don't trust this dealrtship any more. And if I find out they did not skim it and they lied to me.. then what? they obviously have no idea what they doing, right. No point in going back to them. Problem is.. what can i do about it.
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comment Disc brake damage, how can it happen?
What car is it? :) just curious.. I like doing off road my self..
Feb
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comment Disc brake damage, how can it happen?
What if the dealership was lying that they ever took the wheel off and that they just made up a story. When I drove off the same horrid noise was happening..
Feb
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comment Disc brake damage, how can it happen?
I bet your paint job aint great too.. I do not drive off road and my question was geared towards a single stone causing significant damage to justify skimming brand new brake discs....
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