If it were me, I’d probably replace the switches if that’s an option. Isopropyl bath could work, but I doubt you’ll be able to fully remove the tar. It’s like that dust mixed with grease that kitchens sometimes get.
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Wahots@pawb.socialto Uplifting News@lemmy.world•This week, California passed legislation banning ultra-processed school mealsEnglish5·2 days agoSeems rich coming from a wealthy, disabled politician. Sure, god doesn’t provide sack lunches to poor kids, but he apparently does hand out wheelchairs, ADA ramps, elevators and door buttons to you?
Don’t slam the door in other’s faces. There’s a reason why traditional America did things like the ADA and EPA.
Wahots@pawb.socialto Uplifting News@lemmy.world•Republicans admitting release of Epstein Files inevitable by month's endEnglish3·2 days agoThey’ll have to do a lot more than their latest stunts.
Wahots@pawb.socialto World News@lemmy.world•‘Tinder Swindler’ Shimon Hayut arrested in Georgia on Interpol requestEnglish11·2 days agoDamn, stole 7.7m, fined $35k and sentenced to 5 months in prison.
Wahots@pawb.socialto Europe@feddit.org•‘Stop swimming in our canals! And put some clothes on!’ Venice declares war on unruly touristsEnglish6·2 days agoIt’s actually a very unique city worth visiting. It’s just become crushed to death by tourists like many national parks, galleries, destinations, etc.
Wahots@pawb.socialto News@lemmy.world•New York Gov. Kathy Hochul endorses Zohran Mamdani for NYC mayor11·2 days agoOriginal here, for those that want to read it:
Wahots@pawb.socialto Ask Lemmy@lemmy.world•Does anyone actually take into account "IP Rating"/"Water Resistance" when they buy phones?1·5 days agoNope, my current phone isn’t even water resistant. It loses resistance over time anyways, so IDC.
Wahots@pawb.socialto Metroid@lemmy.dbzer0.com•Metroid Prime 4: Beyond – Nintendo Direct 9.12.2025English4·5 days agoOh God, it looks like the BoTW motorcycle and empty world. Nintendo really needs to dial back open worlds and make them much smaller. I’ve been less than impressed with their 2017+ 3D open world games.
Too big and empty.
Wahots@pawb.socialtomicromobility - Bikes, scooters, boards: Whatever floats your goat, this is micromobility@lemmy.world•Trek Adds Their First 3D Printed Saddle, Aeolus AirLoom RSL Saddle TestedEnglish5·6 days agoInteresting, I like the design, but I’m surprised that 3D printing it makes it more expensive. I would have thought it would have made them less expensive than traditional materials and manufacturing techniques.
The foam version looks pretty decent, especially if it goes on sale.
I’m using CST Adventures, but you may need to try something that fits your wheel. They are honestly pretty solid.
Wahots@pawb.socialto News@lemmy.world•Live Updates: Manhunt Continues for Killer of Charlie Kirk, Charismatic Right-Wing Activist27·7 days agodeleted by creator
Wahots@pawb.socialto News@lemmy.world•Congressman shows never-before-seen video at military UFO hearing351·8 days agoI want them to release the Epstein files, who gives a shit about bigfoot/UFOs?
Uh oh, it’s gonna be the lumia 1520 all over again.
Wahots@pawb.socialto Ask Lemmy@lemmy.world•The stigma of being a feminine male has left me broken, dysfunctional, and afraid to leave home. How can I get past my fear?9·9 days agoWell, if there’s one thing that should drive you, it should be getting some form of education or vocational training and forging your own path forward, ideally someplace chill. There’s many places on the west coast where being effeminate is totally normal, and people are totally fine with that. I like it when people get to really be themselves, and I LOVE men who wear cute things. We need more cute apparel!
I also think therapy would genuinely help you. If you put in your location, hit “all filters” and you can choose what type of therapy you want, and there’s also a separate section for Bisexual/Lesbian/LGBTQ+ (even if you are straight, filtering by these might get you a really thoughtful counselor.)
https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/oh/columbus
Just to make this post too long, I was in a similar boat coming out years ago. Not quite the same, I think girly stuff is cute, but I also don’t go out of my way to wear it. Anyways, I was really stuck in a rut over sexuality, conflicts with religion, and my confusion with cute women, but also cute men. My life really turned around when I started talking to close friends about what I was going through.
I went deep, no holds barred, we talked hard about everything and life. At the same time, I called my doctor’s office and got a referral for a therapist, who was excellent. That man really helped turn my life around, and recommended the site I linked above. Honestly, his help was all I needed. I’ve met someone I truly love, and everything all worked out in the end.
The hardest part for me was calling that clinic and telling them that I needed help, and why I needed help. It was hard, but life slowly got easier after that.
Damn, I’m at 2,540+ mi on my CST tires, and they still have another 500+ of tread still in them. Maybe another 1,000+. I think they are using a hard af compound, but still are pretty grippy.
Wahots@pawb.socialto Asklemmy@lemmy.ml•What do you think of imitation and lab-grown meats?2·10 days agoI’d be fine with lab grown meat, I’d actually prefer it, for health and safety reasons. Real meat is dirty.
Wahots@pawb.socialto Games@sh.itjust.works•Silksong was developed by two people and the launch has crashed every gaming platformEnglish1·12 days agoI’d say it’s decent, but the story and damage mechanics are a little worse than 1. I think some patches and a “hk mode” for magic/healing/damage would be nice.
Wahots@pawb.socialtomicromobility - Bikes, scooters, boards: Whatever floats your goat, this is micromobility@lemmy.world•Big Dutch cities call for powers to ban e-scooters, fatbikes - DutchNews.nlEnglish71·13 days agoIf I had a nickel for every time I’ve seen someone jam their skinny tires on a group ride, I’d have 10-15 cents. Not a ton, but skinny tires get eaten by tram tracks and cracks in concrete panels that make up roads here. Unfortunately, one of them was not okay. She seriously rung her bell, even with a half face helmet on, and ended up being hospitalized. :P
Anything under 2in wide in a city setting is a no go, especially with legacy storm drains being a bike-unfriendly width too.
I’d try a bath as a last resort. You’d need the highest concentration isopropyl alcohol you could find, like 90%+. I’d also recommend removing any plastic parts and disassemble the metal backing. If things are soldered or glued together, I might not chance it, as moisture could stay trapped inside.