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by trainspotter48
Sun Oct 12, 2025 9:00 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: HVAC question…
Replies: 8
Views: 45

Re: HVAC question…

As regards running the motor 'light' ie with no load, it will not be a problem with an induction motor, but a series motor with a commutator and brushes can overspeed on no load.
by trainspotter48
Sun Jul 20, 2025 10:30 am
Forum: Kilts, Kilts
Topic: Skirtish kilt
Replies: 33
Views: 2660

Re: Skirtish kilt

TB, I know they are 'over the pond', but Utkilts in Seattle are worth a look for their custom utility kilts. I have found their 'Business Edition' particularly useful, as it is available in a variety of fabrics, including lightweight plain colours, and has pockets inserted in the seams either side o...
by trainspotter48
Tue Jul 15, 2025 7:30 am
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Your Favorite Skirt Length?
Replies: 39
Views: 2947

Re: Your Favorite Skirt Length?

At 6'2"(1.88m) I have a number of kilts at 25" length, a couple of modified Macabi skirts at 27" and some Regular/Long Macabis at 36/39". All are worn from time to time.
by trainspotter48
Sun Jul 13, 2025 8:43 am
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: We're the majority!
Replies: 31
Views: 4672

Re: We're the majority!

It's worth bearing in mind that Saturday was a Pride march in Bristol, which may account for the relatively large numbers of men in skirts.
by trainspotter48
Sun Apr 20, 2025 8:48 pm
Forum: Kilts, Kilts
Topic: Kilts on temu
Replies: 8
Views: 1012

Re: Kilts on temu

You would probably be better using one of the Scottish suppliers. They will offer 5 yard 'party' kilts and 8 yard 'casual' kilts. Needless to say, the 8 yard versions hang and move better without costing the proverbial 'arm and leg' for a custom made item. Just be prepared for the 'whats underneath'...
by trainspotter48
Wed Apr 16, 2025 9:11 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Pockets
Replies: 18
Views: 1537

Re: Pockets

Utkilts in Seattle? offer a 'utility kilt' in what they call 'business edition' which has pockets inserted into the edges of the front aprons, They are available in plain colour or the 'popular' tartans. They work surprisingly well for the usual collection of keys and small coinage that we all need ...
by trainspotter48
Mon Jan 13, 2025 8:19 pm
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Skirtcraft wrap skirt on Kickstarter June 6th [2023]
Replies: 30
Views: 6327

Re: Skirtcraft wrap skirt on Kickstarter June 6th [2023]

FLB, Yes, I dyed a natural skirt with a bright blue dye and got a consistent result. I'm in the UK and used DYLON which was available in HOBBYCRAFT here. It was designed to be used in a washing machine, so that's how I used it, running several rinses through afterwards to clear any residue from the ...
by trainspotter48
Tue Nov 19, 2024 3:44 pm
Forum: Advocacy & Mens Skirts In the News
Topic: Skirtchosen
Replies: 10
Views: 3352

Re: Skirtchosen

Like many others, these skirts seem to carry an extremely high price, and also, from my point of view not practical because the sizes don't go far enough up.
OK, I admit to being exceedingly large, but I don't think I'm alone in that problem.
by trainspotter48
Thu Oct 31, 2024 12:25 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Accents
Replies: 30
Views: 6750

Re: Accents

Stu, To put things into perspective, I grew up in South Bristol, so my 'native' tongue verges on Somerset, but I can usually understand most British accents, including Geordie, but must confess that Glaswegian appears to be a totally different language. I also note how 'American' seems to be driftin...
by trainspotter48
Sat Aug 31, 2024 11:18 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: British v American English Grammar
Replies: 33
Views: 7912

Re: British v American English Grammar

For some time now, I've been thinking that an English/American dictionary is becoming necessary. Trousers = Pants Pants = Underwear Petrol = Gasoline (Car) Bonnet = Hood (Car) Boot = Trunk Bonnet = Head covering (not necessarily female) Boot = High footwear Jam = Jelly Jelly = Water based gelatine d...
by trainspotter48
Sun Aug 18, 2024 11:14 am
Forum: Skirts and Kilts for Men
Topic: Addicted USA skirts
Replies: 4
Views: 1723

Re: Addicted USA skirts

looking at their website, the entire range appears to reflect 'skin tight' or tighter sizing!!
by trainspotter48
Sun Apr 21, 2024 9:08 pm
Forum: Advocacy & Mens Skirts In the News
Topic: Skirts, Pants, and Deuteronomy 22:5
Replies: 164
Views: 36256

Re: Skirts, Pants, and Deuteronomy 22:5

It's also worth remembering that the original text was written around 2000 years ago in a country with totally different clothing standards. I was involved in a theatre group that staged 'Fiddler on the Roof', and we were lucky enough to have a member who could advise us on Jewish religious garments...
by trainspotter48
Tue Mar 12, 2024 12:22 pm
Forum: Introductions
Topic: Hi from 'sunny' Manchester UK
Replies: 9
Views: 4745

Re: Hi from 'sunny' Manchester UK

Hi BattyB. As you become accepted in the cafe you will find there are probably around 20 of us on the UK mainland (I haven't done an accurate count). I did manage to get to a physical meeting in London before Xmas 2023 and it was interesting to see others with a similar view to my own. Hoping you ca...
by trainspotter48
Wed Dec 20, 2023 9:27 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Shout out (Duvall, Washington)
Replies: 8
Views: 1036

Re: Shout out (Duvall, Washington)

I think I know the identity you're looking for. He shares my christian name, and the old Volvo is a powerful clue.
We haven't heard from him in over a year, though, so I hope he's still OK.
by trainspotter48
Mon Nov 13, 2023 11:22 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: What is your favorite movie?
Replies: 74
Views: 17847

Re: What is your favorite movie?

I can't really comment on favourite movies as I don't go to the cinema. However, it is worth analysing the term 'expert'.

EX = has been
(s)pert = drip under pressure!!