Joe, I also am from Texas (east TX) and have seen this similary in my area. I recently had changed from Germania due to increased rates. I went with State Farm and was dropped one week later after making a claim because a deer flew through the passenger side windshield and ended up in the back seat of Wife's 2018 Expedition. Wasn't her fault because the deer was hit and deflected from being hit by a different driver. Additionally, SF uses a third party to do home inspections, they came by unannounced and nobody was at home so they couldn't do the inspection in a timely manner and made the note of their trip that "there were ferocious dogs " in the yard....funny, this was their reason for dropping homowners (bundled policy). I did get a decent rate quote and am currently with Farmers.
  I have never been dedicated to any insurance company and have changed several over the years, I'm 63. When I had moved local agents/companies over the years I have never had any of them to contact me afterward and ask " whats up or how can we help".
  I am almost to the point of dropping homerowners completely. FYI, on homeowners raise the deductable as high that will allow especially if you own your home.
                    KARL

  Two cycle engnes have been using them forever. We would leave them in a horshoe "up" or "down" position. I've never seen an issue with them.

I purchased a Lorex NVR system 2yrs ago for my residence. I selected it so I only had to run one cat5 cable for each camera and it uses their top cameras. Pretty impressive system, it automatically rewrites over the oldest recordings. I had to relocate the cameras farther out on the eaves , to the edge, because the soffit would refract light. I don't upload anything to the cloud just let it rewrite.

 Teflon tape...about three wraps. Be careful when tightening the fitting because the teflon is "slick" and the fitting can be over tightened very easily.

  My vote would be look on SearchTempest/Craigslist locally (shipping) for a used Miller XMT 304 or an ESAB 260 both are multipurpose machines. Stick,Mig,Tig. You could use a older style Tig rig with a gas valve on the handle eliminating the need for additional electronics. I think the Miller would slightly cheaper if you find one. Take your time looking because prices will vary, I have seen junk for $2500 and deals for $1000.....If you find one make sure it works!!! some have been abused, some babied. Bring leads, rods 1/8 and as large as you have, weld with it until the cooling fan comes on (may take awhile with low amperage) power cord 8/3 (temp hookup to 240v) read instructions on inside of how to wire it up because these machines are 2 phase and 3 phase compatible. Tig would be stainless and carbon DCv, aluminum would need ACv
  Lots of good information on Weldingweb, register to post and sell, very good site. Similar as here,not alot of drama...Will get lots of ideas and info, but remember sometimes you may ask the "which oil is the best" "Republican/Democrat" "Ford/Chevy" question, so you will get a lot of different opinions.
  Additionally....you can pick up by hand a XMT304.....In the end you could have an assortment of welding options that just plug into the main machine.

 Is your place of employment hiring??? I think I need a new job.


          KARL