Author Topic: How many Forum members does it take to change a lightbulb? (Read 7247 times)

Russell Bond · « **on:** January 09, 2011, 07:57:58 PM »

How many Forum members does it take to change a lightbulb?

One to change the light bulb and to post that the light bulb has been
changed.

Fourteen to share similar experiences of changing light bulbs and how
the light bulb could have been changed differently.

Seven to caution about the dangers of changing light bulbs.

Seven more to point out spelling/grammar errors in posts about
changing light bulbs.

Three to correct spelling/grammar errors.

Six to argue over whether it's "lightbulb" or "light bulb".

Another six to condemn those six as stupid.

Fifteen to claim experience in the lighting industry and give the
correct spelling.

Nineteen to post that this forum is not about light bulbs and to
please take this discussion to a lightbulb (or light bulb) forum.

Eleven to defend the posting to the group saying that we all use
light bulbs and therefore the posts are relevant to this forum.

Thirty six to debate which method of changing light bulbs is
superior, where to buy the best light bulbs, what brand of light
bulbs work best for this technique and what brands are faulty.

Seven to post URLs where one can see examples of different light
bulbs.

Four to post that the URLs were posted incorrectly and then post the
corrected URL.

Three to post about links they found from the URLs that are relevant
to this site which makes light bulbs relevant to this forum.

Thirteen to link all posts to date, quote them in their entirety
including all headers and signatures, and add "Me too".

Five to post to the site that they will no longer post because they
cannot handle the light bulb controversy.

Four to say "didn't we go through this already a short time ago?"

Thirteen to say "do a Google search on light bulbs before posting
questions about light bulbs."

Three to tell a funny story about their cat and a light bulb.

AND

One group lurker to respond to the original post 18 months from now
with something unrelated and start it all over again.

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #1 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:19:57 PM »

Is your light bulb BOM compliant or are you using store bought Bulbs?

Glenn (Gravitywell) Reach · « **Reply #2 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:28:23 PM »

This just isn't fair....I had a real lite bulb (litebulb....lightbulb?) question, now I can't ask it!!

Thanks for the chuckle and its sooooo true!

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #3 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:33:33 PM »

Instructions
Things You'll Need:

* Lamps
* Light Bulbs

1. Turn off the lamp or light fixture.
2 Allow a hot bulb to cool before touching it.
3 Grasp the bulb lightly but firmly and turn counterclockwise until it is released from the socket.
4 Insert a replacement bulb lightly but firmly into the socket, and turn it clockwise until it's snug.
5 Turn the lamp or fixture back on.
6 Dispose of the used bulb.

Read more: How to Change a Lightbulb | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_370_change-lightbulb.html#ixzz1AbFKYGut

Need to stay on topic here.

ChrisSarnowski · « **Reply #4 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:46:05 PM »

I think Thomas Edison set the BOM precedent by building his own light bulb for the original contest.

-Chris

Tim Wescott · « **Reply #5 on:** January 09, 2011, 08:53:03 PM »

And that's only if there's no rules discussion involved.

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #6 on:** January 09, 2011, 09:25:02 PM »

And five people who say they haven't changed a bulb in 35 years, and want to get back into it but are put off by these new fangled bulbs that look like curly fries at the state fair.

Tim Wescott · « **Reply #7 on:** January 09, 2011, 09:44:07 PM »

You may find this page useful: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lamp_%28electrical_component%29.

NED-088 · « **Reply #8 on:** January 10, 2011, 12:20:40 AM »

1 and:

About 65 to point out that this is not in the spirit how George Aldrich meant it to be.

Then 250 more will applaud to that and complain that it's electric.

15 more will elaborate on that and explain that 'liquid fueled lamps were good enough in 1945, so we don't need no stinking electrics'

wwwarbird · « **Reply #9 on:** January 10, 2011, 12:30:37 AM »

Thank you for not keeping us all in the dark on this subject.

PerttiMe · « **Reply #10 on:** January 10, 2011, 01:36:27 AM »

Anybody know of good deals on BOM rule compliant switches for turning on the light?

(light bulbs are obsolete technology anyway, and should be banned because they are so inefficient. LEDs are the future)

NED-088 · « **Reply #11 on:** January 10, 2011, 03:07:13 AM »

Anyone has a list of Classic eligible LEDs?

john e. holliday · « **Reply #12 on:** January 10, 2011, 06:01:43 AM »

Now we have the light bulb changed. What do we do with the old one?

No I am not going to put it where the light don't shine.

John Stiles · « **Reply #13 on:** January 10, 2011, 06:15:45 AM »

Quote from: Russell Bond on January 09, 2011, 07:57:58 PM

How many Forum members does it take to change a lightbulb?

Hopefully, all of them.

Bob Hunt · « **Reply #14 on:** January 10, 2011, 06:58:34 AM »

Okay, but to answer Russell's original question, it's 178. (Sort of reminds me of the question asked in the Hitchiker's Guide to the Galaxy... The answer to that was 42!)

Bob Hunt

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #15 on:** January 10, 2011, 07:40:56 AM »

Id also love to add in

One to tell us where to stand to properly remove the light bulb using computational algorithyms and sines and cosines, taking into account wind resistance and gravity retroactive from the moment the light bulb required replacement.

However.. you can counter that with
One less... This is called the Windy Factor in that - why spend the time to replace it when we can repair it with expoxy.

Charlie Pate · « **Reply #16 on:** January 10, 2011, 10:28:35 AM »

Add four people to quit the hobby over this

Tim Wescott · « **Reply #17 on:** January 10, 2011, 10:35:35 AM »

Quote from: PJ Rowland on January 10, 2011, 07:40:56 AM

One to tell us where to stand to properly remove the light bulb using computational algorithyms and sines and cosines, taking into account wind resistance and gravity retroactive from the moment the light bulb required replacement.

And one to point out he must have left something out of his computations because he's ten feet away from the bulb.

bob werle · « **Reply #18 on:** January 10, 2011, 11:54:17 AM »

Thanks I needed a laugh today.
Bob

Bruce Hoffmann · « **Reply #19 on:** January 10, 2011, 03:29:55 PM »

I use LED's!

Mike Griffin · « **Reply #20 on:** January 10, 2011, 05:04:45 PM »

This is funny and is right on......

Mike

Bill Little · « **Reply #21 on:** January 10, 2011, 06:19:11 PM »

Thank you, Russell.

It is truly a perfect description of the sad comedy that forums become over time. Plenty of "instant experts" abound! LOL!!!!

Big Bear

John Stiles · « **Reply #22 on:** January 10, 2011, 06:29:15 PM »

Quote from: Bill Little on January 10, 2011, 06:19:11 PM

Thank you, Russell.

It is truly a perfect description of the sad comedy that forums become over time. Plenty of "instant experts" abound! LOL!!!!

Big Bear

And "presumed resident experts" as well.

PerttiMe · « **Reply #23 on:** January 10, 2011, 11:41:52 PM »

Quote from: Bruce Hoffmann on January 10, 2011, 03:29:55 PM

I use LED's!

That won't do if you want to participate in Classic or Old Time.

Dave Rountree · « **Reply #24 on:** January 11, 2011, 03:59:25 AM »

you guys are all my hero's. but don't forget about fiber optics

Michael Boucher · « **Reply #25 on:** January 11, 2011, 07:45:59 AM »

Was the lightbulb made in China?

Paul Taylor · « **Reply #26 on:** January 11, 2011, 11:02:37 AM »

Just in case someone has not see a real lite bulb.

jim gilmore · « **Reply #27 on:** January 11, 2011, 11:22:43 AM »

Out of curisoty.
If you are changing the light bulb why is it hot ?
Non-working bulbs usually create No heat .

I'd rather change tulip bulbs.

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #28 on:** January 11, 2011, 12:00:18 PM »

There are issues here. Remember, the BOB rule (builder of the bulb). Is it frosted or clear? If it is frosted, what are you trying to hide? Is that a molded globe? Was the coating laid up in the mold or put on after? Was it professionally done? How about the filament? Is it a true 60 watt rating or one of those crazy ones that is 20 watts but performs like a 60? It says "Made in China" on the base. If you are the BOB, did you go to China to build it? Huh? Looks like someone else built it and you bought it. Sorry, screwing it in the socket does not equal 51% BOB. Get out of here before we run you through a full bulb scan at the airport.

Next? Who is next?

John Stiles · « **Reply #29 on:** January 11, 2011, 12:29:22 PM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 11, 2011, 12:00:18 PM

There are issues here. Remember, the BOB rule (builder of the bulb). Is it frosted or clear? If it is frosted, what are you trying to hide? Is that a molded globe? Was the coating laid up in the mold or put on after? Was it professionally done? How about the filament? Is it a true 60 watt rating or one of those crazy ones that is 20 watts but performs like a 60? It says "Made in China" on the base. If you are the BOB, did you go to China to build it? Huh? Looks like someone else built it and you bought it. Sorry, screwing it in the socket does not equal 51% BOB. Get out of here before we run you through a full bulb scan at the airport.

Next? Who is next?

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #30 on:** January 11, 2011, 12:35:07 PM »

Ty, it goes deeper than the BOB rule. Before that, you have to meet the GOE rule (Generator of Electricity) to power the bulb. Don't try to buy cheap power from Canada and try to pass it off as GOE. You have to prove that you have a waterwheel/generator on a stream on your property that will power the bulb.

PerttiMe · « **Reply #31 on:** January 11, 2011, 01:06:04 PM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 11, 2011, 12:35:07 PM

you have to meet the GOE rule (Generator of Electricity) to power the bulb. Don't try to buy cheap power from Canada and try to pass it off as GOE. You have to prove that you have a waterwheel/generator on a stream on your property that will power the bulb.

Is it OK if I Generate the Electricity with an exercising bike with a generator on it?

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #32 on:** January 11, 2011, 01:31:57 PM »

Quote from: PerttiMe on January 11, 2011, 01:06:04 PM

Is it OK if I Generate the Electricity with an exercising bike with a generator on it?

There is no rule presently in effect that covers SBGPS (Stationary Bike Generated Power Supply) because it is too hard to monitor, since other family members could produce power which would not be in compliance.

However, that might be covered under the ABS rule (Absolute Bull @#$%), which has been used to qualify all conditions that are not completely resolved. In other words, if you can't meet the conditions of BOB, GOE or SBGPS, you can still compete with Absolute Bull @#$%.

PerttiMe · « **Reply #33 on:** January 11, 2011, 02:30:08 PM »

So how is WWGE (WaterWheel Generated Electricity) more GOE than SBGPS? It is not you who is turning the water wheel. ... or is there a BoWW rule too?

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #34 on:** January 11, 2011, 03:33:59 PM »

Quote from: PerttiMe on January 11, 2011, 02:30:08 PM

So how is WWGE (WaterWheel Generated Electricity) more GOE than SBGPS? It is not you who is turning the water wheel. ... or is there a BoWW rule too?

I look for BOWW in 2012. Unfortunately, it will probably require the use of DWWO (Drilled Well Water Only).

Russell Bond · « **Reply #35 on:** January 11, 2011, 03:43:04 PM »

I just can't believe all the great responses.....Love it!!!!! Hahahaha.

John Miller · « **Reply #36 on:** January 11, 2011, 06:00:45 PM »

I suppose that using Methane Gas to drive the generator to make the electricity, it's just assumed that GOTG (Generator Of The Gas)

requirements are met?

Bill Gruby · « **Reply #37 on:** January 11, 2011, 06:17:34 PM »

So far it looks OK cause all the GAS is Self-Generated.

"Billy G"

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #38 on:** January 11, 2011, 06:40:17 PM »

GSG will never pass scrutiny unless the BOB can prove and show a direct connection to the generator. That requirement would be met by a COAITMGR (Certificate Of Anal Interface To Methane Gas Receiver) which would only be issued by the TSB at LAX or other hub after a full body scan and groping.

wwwarbird · « **Reply #39 on:** January 11, 2011, 10:31:56 PM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 11, 2011, 12:00:18 PM

There are issues here. Remember, the BOB rule (builder of the bulb). Is it frosted or clear? If it is frosted, what are you trying to hide? Is that a molded globe? Was the coating laid up in the mold or put on after? Was it professionally done? How about the filament? Is it a true 60 watt rating or one of those crazy ones that is 20 watts but performs like a 60? It says "Made in China" on the base. If you are the BOB, did you go to China to build it? Huh? Looks like someone else built it and you bought it. Sorry, screwing it in the socket does not equal 51% BOB. Get out of here before we run you through a full bulb scan at the airport.

Next? Who is next?

Effin' HILARIOUS!

So where the heck is Howard on this anyway???

PerttiMe · « **Reply #40 on:** January 12, 2011, 12:46:10 AM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 11, 2011, 03:33:59 PM

I look for BOWW in 2012. Unfortunately, it will probably require the use of DWWO (Drilled Well Water Only).

It is getting complicated. If WWGE requires satisfying BoWW requirements and BoWW requires DWWO ... what are the approved methods to get the water above the waterwheel? Or do you have to have access to a DW that is on a mountain above the WW? At thye very least, you need a method to get the water out of the well.

... I think I'll stick to sport lighting where I can use LiPos or even NiMHs. Then I can use clear or frosted bulbs too: whatever suits my mood.

John Stiles · « **Reply #41 on:** January 12, 2011, 04:17:58 AM »

Quote from: wwwarbird on January 11, 2011, 10:31:56 PM

Effin' HILARIOUS!

So where the heck is Howard on this anyway???

Busy building his own methane bulb[BOMB] to show ya how to get the water outta the well[wow]

proparc · « **Reply #42 on:** January 12, 2011, 02:53:58 PM »

Were not taking into account, that some forum members are limited to 7 minutes to change the bulb, and some can take 8.

john e. holliday · « **Reply #43 on:** January 12, 2011, 04:27:09 PM »

Now I have had time to think about this. It should not be a forum member changing the bulb, as he/she whould be posting on the forum. The screen lights the key board/pad. The wife or girl friend should change the bulb. When done she should refill the coffee cup with hot coffee.

wwwarbird · « **Reply #44 on:** January 12, 2011, 09:41:24 PM »

Quote from: john e. holliday on January 12, 2011, 04:27:09 PM

Now I have had time to think about this. It should not be a forum member changing the bulb, as he/she whould be posting on the forum. The screen lights the key board/pad. The wife or girl friend should change the bulb. When done she should refill the coffee cup with hot coffee.

OMG, You might be on to something with that Doc. As most should know, the only possible way the bulb could be replaced correctly is if a woman was to perform the installation. There would obviously be faults with any other procedure.

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #45 on:** January 12, 2011, 10:47:46 PM »

This is contrary to the rules and an obvious attempt to violate the BOB rule. The BOB must also be the SOB (screwer of the bulb). The BOB cannot elect some other SOB to install the bulb.

Before you know it, SOB's from all over will be diluting the true BOB rule with random screwings.

Remember, if you want to screw, you need to build a good one.

wwwarbird · « **Reply #46 on:** January 12, 2011, 10:58:58 PM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 12, 2011, 10:47:46 PM

This is contrary to the rules and an obvious attempt to violate the BOB rule. The BOB must also be the SOB (screwer of the bulb). The BOB cannot elect some other SOB to install the bulb.

Before you know it, SOB's from all over will be diluting the true BOB rule with random screwings.

Remember, if you want to screw, you need to build a good one.

proparc · « **Reply #47 on:** January 14, 2011, 09:54:02 AM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 12, 2011, 10:47:46 PM

This is contrary to the rules and an obvious attempt to violate the BOB rule. The BOB must also be the SOB (screwer of the bulb). The BOB cannot elect some other SOB to install the bulb.

Before you know it, SOB's from all over will be diluting the true BOB rule with random screwings.

Remember, if you want to screw, you need to build a good one.

Alright, alright, this is about as good as it gets!!!

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #48 on:** January 14, 2011, 10:40:40 AM »

I recently learned that some people will try to bypass the BOB and SOB rules by invoking the ASS (Associate Secondary Screwer) rule. That combined with the DUMB (Declared Unauthorized Model Builder) rule could possibly result in some DUMB ASS SOB claiming rights as the BOB. We can't let that happen.

PerttiMe · « **Reply #49 on:** January 14, 2011, 11:07:02 AM »

But surely the SOB is allowed at least one helper to get the bulb started in the socket?

Dick Pacini · « **Reply #50 on:** January 14, 2011, 11:17:58 AM »

If the SOB can't screw without help, he will surely lose his ASS.

wwwarbird · « **Reply #51 on:** January 14, 2011, 05:41:44 PM »

Quote from: Dick Pacini on January 14, 2011, 10:40:40 AM

I recently learned that some people will try to bypass the BOB and SOB rules by invoking the ASS (Associate Secondary Screwer) rule. That combined with the DUMB (Declared Unauthorized Model Builder) rule could possibly result in some DUMB ASS SOB claiming rights as the BOB. We can't let that happen.

LOL!

I couldn't agree more Dick.

Maybe it's time that it becomes regularly ENFORCED (Every Numbskull Flying Oughta Remit Construction Entitlement Documentation)?

Russell Bond · « **Reply #52 on:** January 14, 2011, 06:40:41 PM »

AAAAAGGGGGHHHHH.....I can't cope....Hahahahahahahahahahahaha.......

Noel Corney · « **Reply #53 on:** January 14, 2011, 06:53:38 PM »

You started it Russell!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!Live with it. Noel.

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #54 on:** January 15, 2011, 07:53:49 AM »

There are also strict requirements to how tight it must be screwed in.

Should you Nip it up ?
Lock it in tight.

6 To the left as per the instructions ?

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #55 on:** January 15, 2011, 07:56:24 AM »

Simply changing it is hard enough, I went to look and there is no such thing as " STANDARD "

Light bulb color is measured on the Kelvin scale (K), which best explains how to select. The scale ranges from 2700 K to 6500 K with the lower numbers signifying that the light appears yellowish, and the higher numbers signifying that the light is whiter or bluer. The lower numbers (warm/soft white) are the standard color of incandescent bulbs, the middle numbers (cool/bright white) are good for kitchens and work spaces and the higher numbers (natural/daylight) are suitable for reading.

You should choose the colorations that best suit your personal needs !

Noel Corney · « **Reply #56 on:** January 15, 2011, 03:02:43 PM »

This was supposed to be fun, your getting serious P.J.

Ed Prohaska · « **Reply #57 on:** January 15, 2011, 04:02:57 PM »

It takes only one, but the light bulb must want to change.

Bill Morell · « **Reply #58 on:** January 15, 2011, 04:58:18 PM »

This is humorous but it makes me wonder why Randy was so insistent on removing the post on that one guys music but lets this go on and on and on...........

PJ Rowland · « **Reply #59 on:** January 15, 2011, 07:47:10 PM »

Ive used up all my humor Noel.. All I can do is be serious - Do you know how many lights we have in this place!

If I dont get the proper information I may revert back to caveman days .. I MUST know the secret of the Bulb

HAHA there isnt even 1% seriousness in any of these posts

Serge_Krauss · « **Reply #60 on:** January 15, 2011, 10:11:13 PM »

Ge-e-e-e-ez...

...and nobody has even asked whether there's a 10-point bonus for DC in OTB!

SK

PerttiMe · « **Reply #61 on:** January 16, 2011, 02:32:50 AM »

Quote from: Serge_Krauss on January 15, 2011, 10:11:13 PM

OTB

?
Over the Bar?

or...

Serge_Krauss · « **Reply #62 on:** January 16, 2011, 08:55:14 AM »

Hmmmm...

Maybe "OTL, or "OTC"?"... "Old Time" whatever.

Edison used and promoted DC current. It took Elia Thompson and his group to force use of the more efficiently distributed AC current, which Edison claimed was "dangerous." Out of that and litigation grew the GE corporation, first known as "Edison General Electric", I think. Well, when one has to explain his "humor", it sort of fizzles. 'back to work.

SK

Clancy Arnold · « **Reply #63 on:** January 16, 2011, 02:14:48 PM »

Quote from: PJ Rowland on January 09, 2011, 08:33:33 PM

Instructions
1. Turn off the lamp or light fixture.
2 Allow a hot bulb to cool before touching it.

Read more: How to Change a Lightbulb | eHow.com http://www.ehow.com/how_370_change-lightbulb.html#ixzz1AbFKYGut

Need to stay on topic here.

It appears as if you changed out a good bulb. If the bulb is hot then it does not need to be changed! Why are you changing a good bulb?
Clancy

John Stiles · « **Reply #64 on:** January 17, 2011, 07:50:11 AM »

Quote from: Clancy Arnold on January 16, 2011, 02:14:48 PM

It appears as if you changed out a good bulb. If the bulb is hot then it does not need to be changed! Why are you changing a good bulb?
Clancy

Now, Clancy! You know that hot bulbs are on their way out

They will be outlawed just as soon as the guv-mint figures out a way to monopolize[and force usage] of the PCCB..........[politic-ly correct cool bulb]

Bill Morell · « **Reply #65 on:** January 17, 2011, 03:31:23 PM »

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

PerttiMe · « **Reply #66 on:** January 18, 2011, 12:30:29 AM »

Quote from: Bill Morell on January 17, 2011, 03:31:23 PM

zzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz

You shouldn't really put your thumb into the socket if you are not sure power is off...

Author Topic: How many Forum members does it take to change a lightbulb? (Read 7247 times)

ChrisSarnowski

Mike Griffin