Woke up very early to get shopping done today. Supposed to meet Eugene and Cavin to go shopping but our time table clashed and I went ahead to get the stuff that was in my area first.
As I was about to leave, Junlong came just in time to pass me his super 4 and the related paperwork. I had passed him my driving licence and ic to do the change of sub rider paperwork the previous night. Had a short chat with him and his brother, then proceeded to shopping after drawing cash from the ATM machine.
First, I went to get the Sigma bicycle speedometer at the neighbourhood bicycle shop.
Then I proceeded to Ubi to make the front number plate for the KTM. While I was there, I realized I had not paid this month's installment for the spark, so I popped by to make payment as well.
After that, I decided to go Sim Lim to get the leds and other electronics stuff that I wanted without Eugene and co since the weather didn't looked too good. Managed to get home dry and sun burnt instead.
In the late afternoon, I managed to fix up the KTM and did some servicing to the wave and spark too. Got a cut on my left thumb around half inch long due to the sharp edges on the plastics. Luckily, it was not too deep since the fingernail caught it dead.
Now i am just waiting for Faz to come pick up the bike and do some final settings. The wave probably needs to be sent for an engine overhaul since the smoke from the exhaust is getting worse. Gonna send it in to M1 motoring for a warranty claim since the smoke was spotted a few days after getting the bike. Lets see how it goes.
Saturday, December 27, 2008
Friday, December 26, 2008
LOST!!!
Had an unforgettable Christmas evening yesterday. Popped over to Bjorn's place for the Christmas dinner which his mum had prepared for us. It was absolutely fabulous and we were stuffed after a second round of helpings.
Thomas called and he popped by later to hang out and also had a taste of the food even though he had dinner at home.
After that, I went over to Eugene's place to meet him for some shopping at Mustafa shopping centre. Had an incident that needed to take place in his home, so we took a while there. After that, we proceeded to pick up an unusual guest, Cavin. Then we went to the shopping centre.
Bought some stuff and I think we were all quite satisfied with our purchases. We went to Jalan Kayu for some food before splitting for home. On the way there, Eugene was so engrossed in talking to Cavin that he scrapped the right side of his bike against the kerb which was narrowing. Sparks flew and I thought he was going to go down for sure by the way he was wobbling out of control. Luckily, he managed to re-gain control and we managed to reach our destination safely. After a round of food, we went home separately.
Here is where all hell broke loose. I had a friend who left his KTM200 in my care for servicing and the bike was parked, locked and covered with a bike cover around noon time.
When I came home from shopping at 4.30am, the bike was nowhere to be seen. I looked around the whole car park and the bike was nowhere to be found. I called Faz immediately to confirm the lot he had parked his bike and we decided it was really stolen. I dropped my stuff at home and went to pick him up at his place.
Reached his place about 5.45am. I was quite tired and angry that the bike was
missing. After reaching my car park, the lost bike was miraculously found in the same parking lot and we also found the broken lock and bike cover in the nearby dustbin. The lock had been cut by a professional cutter, so we suspect the fella is either staying nearby or had planned to steal the bike.
We concluded the idiot was incompetent to start the bike, so he parked the bike back at its original lot.
Fixed up the bike with my old lock and we shoot straight to Mustafa shopping centre to get the disc locks which I told Eugene not to buy earlier. Came home and locked the bike once more, feeling tired and all. Then we had breakfast and my friend went home by MRT afterward.
What a way to spend the boxing day morning. We were glad that the thief had moved the bike back to the original lot and the bike wasn't missing anything after that. Also, the incident reminded us that we must never take the security of our bikes for granted and in fact, anything else that is of great importance to us.
Thomas called and he popped by later to hang out and also had a taste of the food even though he had dinner at home.
After that, I went over to Eugene's place to meet him for some shopping at Mustafa shopping centre. Had an incident that needed to take place in his home, so we took a while there. After that, we proceeded to pick up an unusual guest, Cavin. Then we went to the shopping centre.
Bought some stuff and I think we were all quite satisfied with our purchases. We went to Jalan Kayu for some food before splitting for home. On the way there, Eugene was so engrossed in talking to Cavin that he scrapped the right side of his bike against the kerb which was narrowing. Sparks flew and I thought he was going to go down for sure by the way he was wobbling out of control. Luckily, he managed to re-gain control and we managed to reach our destination safely. After a round of food, we went home separately.
Here is where all hell broke loose. I had a friend who left his KTM200 in my care for servicing and the bike was parked, locked and covered with a bike cover around noon time.
When I came home from shopping at 4.30am, the bike was nowhere to be seen. I looked around the whole car park and the bike was nowhere to be found. I called Faz immediately to confirm the lot he had parked his bike and we decided it was really stolen. I dropped my stuff at home and went to pick him up at his place.
Reached his place about 5.45am. I was quite tired and angry that the bike was
missing. After reaching my car park, the lost bike was miraculously found in the same parking lot and we also found the broken lock and bike cover in the nearby dustbin. The lock had been cut by a professional cutter, so we suspect the fella is either staying nearby or had planned to steal the bike.
We concluded the idiot was incompetent to start the bike, so he parked the bike back at its original lot.
Fixed up the bike with my old lock and we shoot straight to Mustafa shopping centre to get the disc locks which I told Eugene not to buy earlier. Came home and locked the bike once more, feeling tired and all. Then we had breakfast and my friend went home by MRT afterward.
What a way to spend the boxing day morning. We were glad that the thief had moved the bike back to the original lot and the bike wasn't missing anything after that. Also, the incident reminded us that we must never take the security of our bikes for granted and in fact, anything else that is of great importance to us.
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
updating......
The D&D was a fantastic event with much of it spent drinking and making a fool of ourselves. Bjorn came along since I had no partner for the night and he was impressed with the quality or our D&D party. Won a $100 Takashimaya voucher in the consolation draw after the event was over. Gave it to my mum for her to go shopping.
Picked up my stamp at the QA department last week and I can officially stamp off my own work now. Quite pleased with the progress I am making although the road to success is still a long way to go.
It has been a long year juggling work, school and my own time. Hopefully, I can gain more recognition next year and step up to the next level. Currently more than halfway through my studies, the determination to complete the course is burning in me.
Looking back, the occasional thought of giving up which lingers in my mind now and then is still quite vivid. I am just glad that I didn't succumbed to the thoughts and gave up.
Losing focus is one of the many things one must fight in a lifetime. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, but why bother to look over the fence when you don't eat grass anyway.
Picked up my stamp at the QA department last week and I can officially stamp off my own work now. Quite pleased with the progress I am making although the road to success is still a long way to go.
It has been a long year juggling work, school and my own time. Hopefully, I can gain more recognition next year and step up to the next level. Currently more than halfway through my studies, the determination to complete the course is burning in me.
Looking back, the occasional thought of giving up which lingers in my mind now and then is still quite vivid. I am just glad that I didn't succumbed to the thoughts and gave up.
Losing focus is one of the many things one must fight in a lifetime. The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence, but why bother to look over the fence when you don't eat grass anyway.
Saturday, December 6, 2008
let the good times roll!
As Kawasaki says it. Tomorrow is the company D&D. Its time to have fun after a long year of work and this will be my first time attending a D&D party. Think we are gonna get drunk and all and hopefully, the event will be smooth and eventless apart from the events organized.
my new ride came and it was great. The wave really lives up to its reputation in fuel economy and power. The bike is more powerful than my spark 110 and the work done to the bike prior to collection was very good. Apart from the noisy mod exhaust, the bike rode well. Kudos to M1 motoring and Royston for the good deal he gave me. Only thing left to be done is replacing the worn clutch and the smoke emitting from the exahust which will be covered under warranty.
Just had my appraisal done and it was very good. The results came as a surprise as the ratings were quite difficult to get very good results. Well done to me! Think a promotion is in view but lets keep our fingers crossed. Remember, Nothing is confirmed until it is done.
I am starting to get orders for some of the mods I do and I think its a good time too since school holidays are coming and I will have more time to work the bikes. Many new ideas are flooding to my head and its hard to decide whether the ideas are feasible or crap. Lets just keep them in view for now.
my new ride came and it was great. The wave really lives up to its reputation in fuel economy and power. The bike is more powerful than my spark 110 and the work done to the bike prior to collection was very good. Apart from the noisy mod exhaust, the bike rode well. Kudos to M1 motoring and Royston for the good deal he gave me. Only thing left to be done is replacing the worn clutch and the smoke emitting from the exahust which will be covered under warranty.
Just had my appraisal done and it was very good. The results came as a surprise as the ratings were quite difficult to get very good results. Well done to me! Think a promotion is in view but lets keep our fingers crossed. Remember, Nothing is confirmed until it is done.
I am starting to get orders for some of the mods I do and I think its a good time too since school holidays are coming and I will have more time to work the bikes. Many new ideas are flooding to my head and its hard to decide whether the ideas are feasible or crap. Lets just keep them in view for now.
Sunday, November 23, 2008
wahahaha
For this weekend, it wasn't too bad.
Had school on Friday night since the 18 weeks allocated will not be enough to cover the 20 lessons needed.
On Saturday, I went to pick up yet more stuff for the shadow and meet Eugene to go see bike after he went to get a paintball mask and book a session for his colleagues to play at red dynasty.
Before I left home, my mum asked me about the bikes I am looking at and how come I never get a nice bike that I can ride for long instead of buying and selling bikes all the time. Told her I got no money to buy a good bike now, so have to ride something cheap till I can afford one. She offered to lend me money first since she had some savings. I was very very touched. I also realised that my parents have always been there for me and I wanna do the same for them. The resolve to get a economical bike struck me hard and I decided on having a cub for now and save more money for the future.
Popped over to ASPhoon to pay installments for the spark z and to look for bike also. The usual salesman I deal with was not around so we decided to pop over M1 motoring in upp changi road since eugene needed to pay his installments there.
Spotted a wave in utter ruins which I would never have thought would bought but it was way cheaper that the ones at ASPhoon. Got the bike at $1.7k OTR. Things promised to change for me are front tires, full plastic covers, chain and sprockets, handlebar balancers, original seat, box, full engine service and bike washing. Can't wait to pick up the bike on Friday.
Met Bjorn for a kopi session before he picked up the shadow from my place to his. The seat was ruined by the evil cats at my place and I am so embarrassed to have the bike parked here and got them destroyed. Proceeded to work on the bike at his place while Bjorn went to study for his exams.
I worked on the bike trying to solve the relay issue till 7am in the morning. Crashed out on his sofa after keeping the stuff back into the house and woke up at 11am after giving his cat a good kick in my dreams.
Went to work on the bike some more and more or less finished a big part of the stuff to be done. Went home when Bjorn had to go to work and got home before the heavy rain hit Tampines.
Went to the usual mama shop to pick up cigarettes and while walking back, spotted a car with the same number plate as the BMW, so I decided to try my luck and bought the numbers 4848 and 8484 at $5 big each.
This is quite surpising since I seldom buy 4D and what was more surpising was the numbers actually opened but in different positions. It was 8448 in the starters. Another close combination would be 3838. Not too bad since I never had luck with 4D and they were never that close.
Anyway, now going for a kopi session with Eugene before calling it a night.
Had school on Friday night since the 18 weeks allocated will not be enough to cover the 20 lessons needed.
On Saturday, I went to pick up yet more stuff for the shadow and meet Eugene to go see bike after he went to get a paintball mask and book a session for his colleagues to play at red dynasty.
Before I left home, my mum asked me about the bikes I am looking at and how come I never get a nice bike that I can ride for long instead of buying and selling bikes all the time. Told her I got no money to buy a good bike now, so have to ride something cheap till I can afford one. She offered to lend me money first since she had some savings. I was very very touched. I also realised that my parents have always been there for me and I wanna do the same for them. The resolve to get a economical bike struck me hard and I decided on having a cub for now and save more money for the future.
Popped over to ASPhoon to pay installments for the spark z and to look for bike also. The usual salesman I deal with was not around so we decided to pop over M1 motoring in upp changi road since eugene needed to pay his installments there.
Spotted a wave in utter ruins which I would never have thought would bought but it was way cheaper that the ones at ASPhoon. Got the bike at $1.7k OTR. Things promised to change for me are front tires, full plastic covers, chain and sprockets, handlebar balancers, original seat, box, full engine service and bike washing. Can't wait to pick up the bike on Friday.
Met Bjorn for a kopi session before he picked up the shadow from my place to his. The seat was ruined by the evil cats at my place and I am so embarrassed to have the bike parked here and got them destroyed. Proceeded to work on the bike at his place while Bjorn went to study for his exams.
I worked on the bike trying to solve the relay issue till 7am in the morning. Crashed out on his sofa after keeping the stuff back into the house and woke up at 11am after giving his cat a good kick in my dreams.
Went to work on the bike some more and more or less finished a big part of the stuff to be done. Went home when Bjorn had to go to work and got home before the heavy rain hit Tampines.
Went to the usual mama shop to pick up cigarettes and while walking back, spotted a car with the same number plate as the BMW, so I decided to try my luck and bought the numbers 4848 and 8484 at $5 big each.
This is quite surpising since I seldom buy 4D and what was more surpising was the numbers actually opened but in different positions. It was 8448 in the starters. Another close combination would be 3838. Not too bad since I never had luck with 4D and they were never that close.
Anyway, now going for a kopi session with Eugene before calling it a night.
Saturday, November 15, 2008
back to the relaxing weekends
Finally, we are back to enjoy a fairly relaxing weekend. Have been busy for the past 2 weekends to churn out the shadow400 which was here with me for lighting upgrades. There is still some work to be done but the bike is not here yet, so I am taking my time to relax aka sleep.
At work, I am getting along with my colleagues well and also went for a few training courses in the short time span. I think I'll stay around for a while and see what the company can offer me when my studies are done. Appreciation plays a very big part in keeping the current workforce from leaving.
At school, the stress is building up but since I am on day shift recently, the lessons are much more easily absorbed and digested since I do not need to chase after my classmates to teach me what they had learn the previous week. I hope this can keep up till I graduate from here.
ITE is not "its the end" but the lessons are still quite tough when u need to keep awake after a tiring day at work.
As for my ride, the XR4 has been sold. So currently riding the BMW to work till I get my own bike again (Thanks, Bjorn).
At work, I am getting along with my colleagues well and also went for a few training courses in the short time span. I think I'll stay around for a while and see what the company can offer me when my studies are done. Appreciation plays a very big part in keeping the current workforce from leaving.
At school, the stress is building up but since I am on day shift recently, the lessons are much more easily absorbed and digested since I do not need to chase after my classmates to teach me what they had learn the previous week. I hope this can keep up till I graduate from here.
ITE is not "its the end" but the lessons are still quite tough when u need to keep awake after a tiring day at work.
As for my ride, the XR4 has been sold. So currently riding the BMW to work till I get my own bike again (Thanks, Bjorn).
Monday, November 3, 2008
good news
After feeling bad about missing OT last weekend due to over sleeping, I got some good news at work today.
My cell leader came over to me and told me he was going to put in a recommendation for promotion, subjected to higher authority scrutiny. He had recognized my abilities and therefore the promotion was in view.
I was ecstatic about the recognition and the pay increment that comes with it. This is a good time too, since I am really mentally worn out from work and school. I am also glad to be able to meet his expectations.
My cell leader came over to me and told me he was going to put in a recommendation for promotion, subjected to higher authority scrutiny. He had recognized my abilities and therefore the promotion was in view.
I was ecstatic about the recognition and the pay increment that comes with it. This is a good time too, since I am really mentally worn out from work and school. I am also glad to be able to meet his expectations.
Friday, October 31, 2008
new addition
I started another new blog to promote the modifications I have done. Its gonna feature mostly on the led lighting which I have done on many bikes, with pictures and stuff. Also will add in computer case mods and cars in future. Do check it out frequently as it will be updated weekly. thanks.
Tuesday, October 28, 2008
a beginning
For the records, I am starting something new in my life. To find out, keep track of my blog.
Monday, October 27, 2008
More updates
Its been a long weekend, so there are plenty of stuff to update. I apologize for the low quality pics as they have been taken with my camera phone.
First up, the shadow has been entrusted to me for lighting upgrades and other stuff. Gonna take my time planning the upgrades and implementing them. I hope the owner is going to be quite impressed when the work is done.
The box light which had been modded a long time ago but finally had time to take a pic of it.
Blue led lit speedometer in action.
In testing mode before installation.
My work table in a mess.
Today, when I was traveling home after paying installments for the sparkz at the Ubi bike shop, the lost cow syndrome came to me. I ventured onto the KPE and ended up on old Tampines road. While riding over there, I saw an interesting sight. Out of nowhere lies a pair of strange buildings owned by the Public Utilities Board. Stopped by the road side to take a picture of them and hope you guys can tell the purpose of the buildings.
Prior to this, a black Honda civic displaying a P plate overtook me and suddenly stopped at the bus stop ahead of us. The driver got off and proceeded to jump behind a tree and relieved himself. He must be quite desperate to have done it there and then.
Somewhere along old Tampines road lies a set of strange buildings.
After my RT session, Eugene asked me to join him & co for dinner cum kopi session. Went down to Kallang KFC to meet them and chatted till midnight. While we were there, I noticed Alice's DRZ400SM had the same number as my previous WR200. Apart from the initial alphabets, the numbers and last alphabet is exactly the same. How coincidental.
After one more friend had arrived, we proceeded to Tanjong Rhu road to slack and chatted there till 4am before heading home.
Alice is in wonderland as we all know it.
First up, the shadow has been entrusted to me for lighting upgrades and other stuff. Gonna take my time planning the upgrades and implementing them. I hope the owner is going to be quite impressed when the work is done.
The box light which had been modded a long time ago but finally had time to take a pic of it.
Blue led lit speedometer in action.
In testing mode before installation.
My work table in a mess.
Today, when I was traveling home after paying installments for the sparkz at the Ubi bike shop, the lost cow syndrome came to me. I ventured onto the KPE and ended up on old Tampines road. While riding over there, I saw an interesting sight. Out of nowhere lies a pair of strange buildings owned by the Public Utilities Board. Stopped by the road side to take a picture of them and hope you guys can tell the purpose of the buildings.
Prior to this, a black Honda civic displaying a P plate overtook me and suddenly stopped at the bus stop ahead of us. The driver got off and proceeded to jump behind a tree and relieved himself. He must be quite desperate to have done it there and then.
Somewhere along old Tampines road lies a set of strange buildings.
After my RT session, Eugene asked me to join him & co for dinner cum kopi session. Went down to Kallang KFC to meet them and chatted till midnight. While we were there, I noticed Alice's DRZ400SM had the same number as my previous WR200. Apart from the initial alphabets, the numbers and last alphabet is exactly the same. How coincidental.
After one more friend had arrived, we proceeded to Tanjong Rhu road to slack and chatted there till 4am before heading home.
Alice is in wonderland as we all know it.
Thursday, October 16, 2008
updating my life
Life sucks and it truely does. Within the bed of roses, lies a bed of thorns.
I got an A for the CNC module and a B for the mathematics module. Current overall GPA is at 3.462. Somehow, I managed to scrape through the maths module. Next up, materials & process technology, and engineering design & mechanics. Both are examinable subjects and another big hurdle in my life since both subjects are rated at high difficulty.
My application for upgrading my medishield with AIA has been rejected due to hypertension at young age. I should have applied for it when the plan came out. Too bad for me. Time for other insurance policies before anymore things happen to me. The stuff that can happen to you are so unexpected in life.
I can say the wake up call came when Grayson's dad suffered a stroke at home and almost lost his life. This was so unexpected and the incident hit the family quite hard, especially Grayson. I wish his dad a speedy recovery and hope they be strong throughout the process.
This coming monday, one of my riding kaki, MAX, is getting married. We used to go ride off road in malaysia every weekend and had tons of fun together. The other riding kakis will be attending it too, so its gonna be a big reunion for us too. Here, I wanna wish him and his wife a happy and everlasting marriage first.
At work, we changed to a new uniform design. Its strange to see the guys in colors other than the blue ones we had before.
For now, I have to upkeep the level of discipline of taking my medicine on time, planning my finances carefully and try to include a fitness regime apart from the RT sessions. Health is getting more important and so is the money involved as we grow older. I also have to excel in my studies and my work so I can buy more bikes. LOL.
By the way, I just purchased a new handphone for $180 from the MO section in Singaporebikes.com. Its a china phone with TV function and other fantastic features. I had so much fun with it and its capabilities never fail to amaze me or my friends who had a chance to play with it. Its everything you want in a multimedia phone and more. Do give them some thought if you're scouting for a new phone.
I got an A for the CNC module and a B for the mathematics module. Current overall GPA is at 3.462. Somehow, I managed to scrape through the maths module. Next up, materials & process technology, and engineering design & mechanics. Both are examinable subjects and another big hurdle in my life since both subjects are rated at high difficulty.
My application for upgrading my medishield with AIA has been rejected due to hypertension at young age. I should have applied for it when the plan came out. Too bad for me. Time for other insurance policies before anymore things happen to me. The stuff that can happen to you are so unexpected in life.
I can say the wake up call came when Grayson's dad suffered a stroke at home and almost lost his life. This was so unexpected and the incident hit the family quite hard, especially Grayson. I wish his dad a speedy recovery and hope they be strong throughout the process.
This coming monday, one of my riding kaki, MAX, is getting married. We used to go ride off road in malaysia every weekend and had tons of fun together. The other riding kakis will be attending it too, so its gonna be a big reunion for us too. Here, I wanna wish him and his wife a happy and everlasting marriage first.
At work, we changed to a new uniform design. Its strange to see the guys in colors other than the blue ones we had before.
For now, I have to upkeep the level of discipline of taking my medicine on time, planning my finances carefully and try to include a fitness regime apart from the RT sessions. Health is getting more important and so is the money involved as we grow older. I also have to excel in my studies and my work so I can buy more bikes. LOL.
By the way, I just purchased a new handphone for $180 from the MO section in Singaporebikes.com. Its a china phone with TV function and other fantastic features. I had so much fun with it and its capabilities never fail to amaze me or my friends who had a chance to play with it. Its everything you want in a multimedia phone and more. Do give them some thought if you're scouting for a new phone.
Saturday, September 27, 2008
updates
Its been a long time since I updated the blog. Nothing much has happened since.
The exam was a flop. It was quite tough and I am gonna fail it. Hopefully the rest of the marks and stuff can pull the final score to a passing level. I will hate to retake this module. School will reopen on 13 oct. Till then, time to break away from school and relax the mind.
Work is getting back on track with more jobs coming in, although the shit is still the same. If school children we are treated, then school children we will be.
Been to a recent check-up and my blood pressure is getting ridiculously high. Time I stop worrying about work so much and let the rest do the worrying. Also need to eat properly, sleep properly, cut down on the smoking and exercise more.
Just this week, a fellow slackrider has passed away. He was a great rider and a great friend to many. It was my honor to have known and ridden with him. May he rest in peace and continue to watch over us when we ride.
After the phantom was sold, I am currently riding the XR4. Quite nice to get back on a dirt bike and helps me save a bit of money before deciding to buy the next bike. Although the petrol consumption for the XR4 is higher, I only use it to get to work and back. I use my dad's spark Z to commute in the evenings when he does not use it. So far, the plan is working well.
The exam was a flop. It was quite tough and I am gonna fail it. Hopefully the rest of the marks and stuff can pull the final score to a passing level. I will hate to retake this module. School will reopen on 13 oct. Till then, time to break away from school and relax the mind.
Work is getting back on track with more jobs coming in, although the shit is still the same. If school children we are treated, then school children we will be.
Been to a recent check-up and my blood pressure is getting ridiculously high. Time I stop worrying about work so much and let the rest do the worrying. Also need to eat properly, sleep properly, cut down on the smoking and exercise more.
Just this week, a fellow slackrider has passed away. He was a great rider and a great friend to many. It was my honor to have known and ridden with him. May he rest in peace and continue to watch over us when we ride.
After the phantom was sold, I am currently riding the XR4. Quite nice to get back on a dirt bike and helps me save a bit of money before deciding to buy the next bike. Although the petrol consumption for the XR4 is higher, I only use it to get to work and back. I use my dad's spark Z to commute in the evenings when he does not use it. So far, the plan is working well.
Monday, September 8, 2008
phantom no more
The phantom is officially sold to junlong's younger brother who got his license not too long ago. Now is the time for me to look around seriously for the next bike.
Tomorrow is the big day for my exam. This math thing is getting to my head and I hope I can do well tomorrow. After this, I will be stress free till the next 2 modules which starts in October.
At work, so far there isn't much to do, hence OT is out of the question. Even night shift had been cancelled. Not that I mind, since I have to be on morning shift for the next 2 months due to RT.
Went for the first RT session today. Nothing much changed, apart from stricter reporting timings and stuff. Met some guys from the last time I was here. Quite fun to be doing this also, even though its gonna clash school and work at the same time. Takes some stress off the mind when you workout a sweat.
Tomorrow is the big day for my exam. This math thing is getting to my head and I hope I can do well tomorrow. After this, I will be stress free till the next 2 modules which starts in October.
At work, so far there isn't much to do, hence OT is out of the question. Even night shift had been cancelled. Not that I mind, since I have to be on morning shift for the next 2 months due to RT.
Went for the first RT session today. Nothing much changed, apart from stricter reporting timings and stuff. Met some guys from the last time I was here. Quite fun to be doing this also, even though its gonna clash school and work at the same time. Takes some stress off the mind when you workout a sweat.
Sunday, August 31, 2008
updating again......
Seems like nothing much had happened in my life for the past month. Updating this as a way to remember the last day of August, and to welcome September as it comes.
Shit has been happening at work without my knowledge. This politics stuff is getting on my nerves and I am going to do something about it. Although I would want to put the whole story up here for all to see, its a long story and I also don't want to remember it when I read back my blog when I grow older. All I can say is, never trust the people you work with, even if they seem to be your good friends. You never know what they say behind your back.
School is gonna end in two weeks' time, after the math exam which I am stressing out about. Apart from that, the school fees came early and I am more than broke now. Luckily, Bjorn borrowed me some money to pay for the fees (Thanks bro).
Sometimes I do wonder why I put myself under so much stress and spend the money to study and upgrade. You'll question yourself, Do I need to be up there high on the ladder, or do I want to be up there?
I just want to do it because I CAN.
On a lighter note, I wanna wish all teachers an early Happy Teachers' day, bask in the appreciations from the students and forgive all the naughty things they did in the past to a new start.
Shit has been happening at work without my knowledge. This politics stuff is getting on my nerves and I am going to do something about it. Although I would want to put the whole story up here for all to see, its a long story and I also don't want to remember it when I read back my blog when I grow older. All I can say is, never trust the people you work with, even if they seem to be your good friends. You never know what they say behind your back.
School is gonna end in two weeks' time, after the math exam which I am stressing out about. Apart from that, the school fees came early and I am more than broke now. Luckily, Bjorn borrowed me some money to pay for the fees (Thanks bro).
Sometimes I do wonder why I put myself under so much stress and spend the money to study and upgrade. You'll question yourself, Do I need to be up there high on the ladder, or do I want to be up there?
I just want to do it because I CAN.
On a lighter note, I wanna wish all teachers an early Happy Teachers' day, bask in the appreciations from the students and forgive all the naughty things they did in the past to a new start.
Sunday, August 10, 2008
more, more, more!!!
Ok, I was bored. So I decided to do a mouse mod in addition to the speaker mod. Check out the video. It's cool.
Done!
Done!
enjoying my holiday......
Since the peepz at work wants me to enjoy my holiday, then I will.
Nothing much happened on saturday except for sleep, eat, sleep some more. Went for dinner with Bjorn and friends at Joo chiat bak kut teh in the evening.
Its Sunday today, so I took the chance to clean up the room and also started to do some modding work. As far as lights are concern, I am a blue person. Blue is cool.
The JBL speakers that I have been using for my desktop is getting boring. The power on light is green in color and i have been wanting to change it to blue. Luckily, I still got leftover blue leds from before, so I did not need to shop for more. (Actually, they were kept for future projects)
Took the speakers apart and started work on them. Easy job to do and it took less than an hour to complete. Now, I have got all the lights on my PC in blue.
Before disassembly
Right speaker with amp circuit
Left speaker is empty
The original green led
blue led wrapped and ready
Blue led in action
The complete set in blue lights
Nothing much happened on saturday except for sleep, eat, sleep some more. Went for dinner with Bjorn and friends at Joo chiat bak kut teh in the evening.
Its Sunday today, so I took the chance to clean up the room and also started to do some modding work. As far as lights are concern, I am a blue person. Blue is cool.
The JBL speakers that I have been using for my desktop is getting boring. The power on light is green in color and i have been wanting to change it to blue. Luckily, I still got leftover blue leds from before, so I did not need to shop for more. (Actually, they were kept for future projects)
Took the speakers apart and started work on them. Easy job to do and it took less than an hour to complete. Now, I have got all the lights on my PC in blue.
Before disassembly
Right speaker with amp circuit
Left speaker is empty
The original green led
blue led wrapped and ready
Blue led in action
The complete set in blue lights
Saturday, August 9, 2008
To err is human.
This is one of those shitty weeks where u have to live life in shit and u have no idea how deep it goes till u lived it once.
I made an error at work which became a *BIG* issue since it was noticed by a supervisor and the unit involved was supposed to be urgently sent out. I went the extra mile to do more work but instead, got shortchanged due to it.
Anyone can make such a mistake and if the same error was caught by other colleagues, it would have been rectified and gone un-noticed with minimum cost incurred. There were more senior guys who made more serious mistakes and incurred much higher cost to the company. I was just unlucky.
This situation, however, made a whole lot of difference to many things. It showed me some very interesting things at work and in life.
The respect for THAT supervisor went down the drain. So much for thinking he was HIGH level, impartial and flexible. He was just another coconut hanging on a tree along the beach. I also confirmed that he had disliked me the moment I joined the department. He is the typical example of "When in power, abuse it". When we do work, he thinks it is of low quality, but he just need a few knocks and thinks it acceptable.
The bad blood between the supervising engineer of my department and me got to the next level. He told me off the next day when he knew of the situation. He asked me to look for the senior who worked with me the previous day, to have a talk. When I walked to the other side to look for the senior, he asked me to walk faster, with a very bad attitude. This act of disrespect is uncalled for.
I made a mistake, but I am not a dog for him to order around. I do not get paid by him but the company. No one wants to make a mistake deliberately. He also thinks of the newer guys as incompetent and always thinks he is far superior than others.
I work with the best interest for the company but if these people continue to run the mid-management, then I think there are other companies out there that will appreciate my work attitude and skills. The higher-management will never understand why the employees come and go all the time.
For the record, my OT for the weekend has been rejected, probably due to the incident.
For this small mistake I made, many people got told off, especially my cell leader, and I wanna apologise to them. They know I work hard and that this is a very small incident which can happen to anyone.
On a lighter note, I got through my flap peening course and passed the practical exam today. Now just need to wait for the certificate to come and I can start working with the newly aquired skills.
I made an error at work which became a *BIG* issue since it was noticed by a supervisor and the unit involved was supposed to be urgently sent out. I went the extra mile to do more work but instead, got shortchanged due to it.
Anyone can make such a mistake and if the same error was caught by other colleagues, it would have been rectified and gone un-noticed with minimum cost incurred. There were more senior guys who made more serious mistakes and incurred much higher cost to the company. I was just unlucky.
This situation, however, made a whole lot of difference to many things. It showed me some very interesting things at work and in life.
The respect for THAT supervisor went down the drain. So much for thinking he was HIGH level, impartial and flexible. He was just another coconut hanging on a tree along the beach. I also confirmed that he had disliked me the moment I joined the department. He is the typical example of "When in power, abuse it". When we do work, he thinks it is of low quality, but he just need a few knocks and thinks it acceptable.
The bad blood between the supervising engineer of my department and me got to the next level. He told me off the next day when he knew of the situation. He asked me to look for the senior who worked with me the previous day, to have a talk. When I walked to the other side to look for the senior, he asked me to walk faster, with a very bad attitude. This act of disrespect is uncalled for.
I made a mistake, but I am not a dog for him to order around. I do not get paid by him but the company. No one wants to make a mistake deliberately. He also thinks of the newer guys as incompetent and always thinks he is far superior than others.
I work with the best interest for the company but if these people continue to run the mid-management, then I think there are other companies out there that will appreciate my work attitude and skills. The higher-management will never understand why the employees come and go all the time.
For the record, my OT for the weekend has been rejected, probably due to the incident.
For this small mistake I made, many people got told off, especially my cell leader, and I wanna apologise to them. They know I work hard and that this is a very small incident which can happen to anyone.
On a lighter note, I got through my flap peening course and passed the practical exam today. Now just need to wait for the certificate to come and I can start working with the newly aquired skills.
Saturday, August 2, 2008
A ride to remember
Somehow, the title seems too deadly. Anyway, I am going to work OT on Sunday, so we had to abandon the plans for Malacca to another day. On this short rest day, I wanted to go ride and enjoy myself with the little time I had.
I asked Bjorn to go ride off road since he got the XR4 but I am always busy or got no bike to go. Decided to bring the phantom regardless of logic and meet up at Bjorn's place.
Bjorn was trying to straighten the XR4 sub frame which was caused by a high side when he crashed the other day.
Much time was lost in waiting to get the bike done. In the meantime, Bjorn offered me to ride the BMW and I accepted it. If I can decide to use the phantom for off road riding, the BMW is gonna be much easier to ride since its an adventure touring bike despite the size and weight.
After we got into the riding area, we started to ride around all the trails except for the steep hill area which I don't think the BMW will survive if I crash there. The BMW tackled all the areas fine even on the road bias Tourance tires.
Apart from the soft sand areas, the bike handles well for it weight and size. The torque of the bike also helped in easing the ride. The suspensions were somewhat acceptable though its meant for road riding. The bike was averaging 40 to 50km/h on the hard packed areas with ease.
As we were wandering back to the start area, we went into long stretch of soft sand area and just before reaching the end, I couldn't hold my act together and the bike went down gently. I probably could hold on for a while more but decided to put it down since its so heavy and the terrain is soft sand, which will not do too much damage, if any.
The bad habit of the usual big bikers is to try to save the bike and end up hurting themselves in the back or worse, get trapped by the bike. Sometimes, its safer to bail off the bike.
No damage was found except a broken ego of mine, since I am known for not crashing in a trail ride, no matter what bike. (this part is somewhat exaggerated)
Anyway, after this we went out and got to the usual place for kopi before heading to bike wash at near my place. Overall, the ride was fun and one of the things I have always wanted to do.
The aftermath of high siding the XR4.
Mr Bjorn.
The BMW in its natural habitat, with cats giving it due respect.
I asked Bjorn to go ride off road since he got the XR4 but I am always busy or got no bike to go. Decided to bring the phantom regardless of logic and meet up at Bjorn's place.
Bjorn was trying to straighten the XR4 sub frame which was caused by a high side when he crashed the other day.
Much time was lost in waiting to get the bike done. In the meantime, Bjorn offered me to ride the BMW and I accepted it. If I can decide to use the phantom for off road riding, the BMW is gonna be much easier to ride since its an adventure touring bike despite the size and weight.
After we got into the riding area, we started to ride around all the trails except for the steep hill area which I don't think the BMW will survive if I crash there. The BMW tackled all the areas fine even on the road bias Tourance tires.
Apart from the soft sand areas, the bike handles well for it weight and size. The torque of the bike also helped in easing the ride. The suspensions were somewhat acceptable though its meant for road riding. The bike was averaging 40 to 50km/h on the hard packed areas with ease.
As we were wandering back to the start area, we went into long stretch of soft sand area and just before reaching the end, I couldn't hold my act together and the bike went down gently. I probably could hold on for a while more but decided to put it down since its so heavy and the terrain is soft sand, which will not do too much damage, if any.
The bad habit of the usual big bikers is to try to save the bike and end up hurting themselves in the back or worse, get trapped by the bike. Sometimes, its safer to bail off the bike.
No damage was found except a broken ego of mine, since I am known for not crashing in a trail ride, no matter what bike. (this part is somewhat exaggerated)
Anyway, after this we went out and got to the usual place for kopi before heading to bike wash at near my place. Overall, the ride was fun and one of the things I have always wanted to do.
The aftermath of high siding the XR4.
Mr Bjorn.
The BMW in its natural habitat, with cats giving it due respect.
Monday, July 28, 2008
great but busy weekend
Picked up the spark at the shop on Thursday evening with Grayson (thanks bro!) sending me and dad there in the works Toyota startlet. I had to pay $75 more for NTUC insurance since AXA insurance don't accept insurers from 60yrs and up and the shop only pay for the lowest insurance available. The best part was they needed a guarantor for sub rider as well. This is unheard of when I was still a mechanic in another shop. Had to trouble Jun long (Thanks bro!) to come down on Saturday to add in as guarantor.
Raj, my current ITE classmate, had some issues with his S4 spec3. He wanted to get it done and I suggested to bring it to bikewerks. He agreed to come in on saturday morning (Malaysian) but he couldn't wake up. Called me at 1230pm to tell me he is in woodland now and can meet me in Ubi. I proceeded to get the paperwork done at the shop while he looked around. The next thing I know, his bike was inside the shop doing servicing. I was shocked as I had wanted to bring him to bikewerks.
After spending half the day there, I went ahead to find Derren, whose brother's phantom was unable to start due to a suspected battery problem. I helped him remove the battery and brought it home to charge but it was to no avail. The battery was dead. After that, we went for some Macdonald and meet up with the birthday boy Vince and Chew boon for some rounding and talk cock session.
We ended up at Dam and were there till 2plus am when Bjorn joined us after his night shift. Got scanned by cops and it was quite funny as one guy pillion on Fazer mistook us for his friend and waved to us, which at the same point of time, we asked each other "your friend ah?". That was hilarious.
After that, we split to go home while Bjorn and I went to the usual place for some kopi before we went home.
On Sunday, I picked up Derren to go get his battery and also met Bjorn and Jeevan for some mee pok at Simpang bedok. Spotted a battery shop and got the battery instead of going to ah boy's. It was quite expensive at $40 but for the convenience, we could live with it. Fitted the battery in the bike and it was roaring to go again.
For the record, we had kopi at Adam road food centre on the rainy Thursday night with Grayson, Bjorn, Jeevan and Jaclyn. Grayson drove me there in the starlet and we had a great time talking cock. (with references made to commemorate Tau geh (bean sprout)!) We left for home at 2plus am and getting to work was quite a tough choice even though we have a short day at work on Fridays. I was so tired I dropped to the floor in my uniform and napped for an hour before bathing.
I felt that this week was well lived, with some discovery of myself and also the deep relationship with my friends. All agreed without delay or doubt to be my guarantor for the bike and sending me around. Plus, they are a great bunch to hangout.
Quote of the day: Love vanquishes time. To lovers, a moment can be eternity; eternity can be the tick of a clock, but friends are forever.
Raj, my current ITE classmate, had some issues with his S4 spec3. He wanted to get it done and I suggested to bring it to bikewerks. He agreed to come in on saturday morning (Malaysian) but he couldn't wake up. Called me at 1230pm to tell me he is in woodland now and can meet me in Ubi. I proceeded to get the paperwork done at the shop while he looked around. The next thing I know, his bike was inside the shop doing servicing. I was shocked as I had wanted to bring him to bikewerks.
After spending half the day there, I went ahead to find Derren, whose brother's phantom was unable to start due to a suspected battery problem. I helped him remove the battery and brought it home to charge but it was to no avail. The battery was dead. After that, we went for some Macdonald and meet up with the birthday boy Vince and Chew boon for some rounding and talk cock session.
We ended up at Dam and were there till 2plus am when Bjorn joined us after his night shift. Got scanned by cops and it was quite funny as one guy pillion on Fazer mistook us for his friend and waved to us, which at the same point of time, we asked each other "your friend ah?". That was hilarious.
After that, we split to go home while Bjorn and I went to the usual place for some kopi before we went home.
On Sunday, I picked up Derren to go get his battery and also met Bjorn and Jeevan for some mee pok at Simpang bedok. Spotted a battery shop and got the battery instead of going to ah boy's. It was quite expensive at $40 but for the convenience, we could live with it. Fitted the battery in the bike and it was roaring to go again.
For the record, we had kopi at Adam road food centre on the rainy Thursday night with Grayson, Bjorn, Jeevan and Jaclyn. Grayson drove me there in the starlet and we had a great time talking cock. (with references made to commemorate Tau geh (bean sprout)!) We left for home at 2plus am and getting to work was quite a tough choice even though we have a short day at work on Fridays. I was so tired I dropped to the floor in my uniform and napped for an hour before bathing.
I felt that this week was well lived, with some discovery of myself and also the deep relationship with my friends. All agreed without delay or doubt to be my guarantor for the bike and sending me around. Plus, they are a great bunch to hangout.
Quote of the day: Love vanquishes time. To lovers, a moment can be eternity; eternity can be the tick of a clock, but friends are forever.
Tuesday, July 22, 2008
Finally!!!
So far, the past week of night shifts were boring as hell. The worst part of it was the weekend that ended up doing nothing much (after much planning).
Met Bjorn on Sunday night at 3am for a kopi after his night shift. He jogged to our usual hangout and I sent him home after the kopi session. We chatted till 5 plus before we went home amid the slight drizzling. Went to work without sleeping a wink. So did school.
Bjorn suggested we go out for makan in the evening and I agreed. Before the meet up time, i dozed off and woke up at 5am. Found out the next day he had actually called me and I mumbled some stuff to him and then hung up. The best part was I never recalled picking up the phone though the records say otherwise. (Sorry Bjorn!)
Today, I took leave to go view bike (with fatique from lack of sleep setting in also). There was a RVF for sale at a very good price and I was tempted to get it. After some slow response from the seller, he told me its sold. Glad it was. We popped by UBI to check out the wave I wanted to get for my dad and guess what, the bike was there in its koyak condition and we both agreed it was not such a good buy after all.
Went to AS phoon shop to look for wave. Ended up with a Yamaha spark Z 110cc at $2k OTR. The interest was a bit expensive though (heck, I am paying $80 a mth only) but I think it was worth the buy. Bike condition was quite stock and looking good with the engine not having funny noises. Going to pick it up this saturday and I hope my dad is going to like it.
After buying the bike, I am officially broke. The next payday is almost 3 weeks away and I am left with VERY little money now. So much for financial planning. Hopefully the phantom gets sold soon or I am gonna eat grass literally.
Met Bjorn on Sunday night at 3am for a kopi after his night shift. He jogged to our usual hangout and I sent him home after the kopi session. We chatted till 5 plus before we went home amid the slight drizzling. Went to work without sleeping a wink. So did school.
Bjorn suggested we go out for makan in the evening and I agreed. Before the meet up time, i dozed off and woke up at 5am. Found out the next day he had actually called me and I mumbled some stuff to him and then hung up. The best part was I never recalled picking up the phone though the records say otherwise. (Sorry Bjorn!)
Today, I took leave to go view bike (with fatique from lack of sleep setting in also). There was a RVF for sale at a very good price and I was tempted to get it. After some slow response from the seller, he told me its sold. Glad it was. We popped by UBI to check out the wave I wanted to get for my dad and guess what, the bike was there in its koyak condition and we both agreed it was not such a good buy after all.
Went to AS phoon shop to look for wave. Ended up with a Yamaha spark Z 110cc at $2k OTR. The interest was a bit expensive though (heck, I am paying $80 a mth only) but I think it was worth the buy. Bike condition was quite stock and looking good with the engine not having funny noises. Going to pick it up this saturday and I hope my dad is going to like it.
After buying the bike, I am officially broke. The next payday is almost 3 weeks away and I am left with VERY little money now. So much for financial planning. Hopefully the phantom gets sold soon or I am gonna eat grass literally.
Wednesday, July 16, 2008
planning, planning and planning
Something caught my eye when I was wandering in this endless web of the internet. Financial planning and protection for the future. Its all about saving your money and buying insurance to safeguard the family when the rain starts falling.
Found out my SAFRA card which I have been paying for (the source of the missing $40 from ICT payout), offers an attractive plan to save money and be insured at the same time. Looking into it for more information feedback before I jump into it. Also looking into getting a life insurance policy from NTUC income, which seems to be quite alright from a friend's review.
The NTUC union card which I am applying now offers free insurance coverage (minimum), and also an insurance plan which is limited to members at a low premium, discounts at NTUC fairprice and also discounts on the insurances by NTUC income. They also subsidize heavily for upgrading courses too. Its a good deal for $9 a month.
Small money out here and there, hopefully one day when i look back, I am glad to have bought an umbrella before it rains.
The phantom 150 sale is quite slow. A potential buyer who pilots an A380 (meaning fly aeroplane) failed to turn up. The next potential buyer will be Oliver, my ex-contract agent, since he is interested also, but at a lower price. Hope I can get the wave this Saturday.
The night shift schedules are quite good for me. I have more time to think over stuff, break from school (as long as I can catch up) and learn new things while getting allowances for it. The only con is the breaking of the circadian rhythm, which make sleeping a more difficult task due to a change in sleep timing.
Found out my SAFRA card which I have been paying for (the source of the missing $40 from ICT payout), offers an attractive plan to save money and be insured at the same time. Looking into it for more information feedback before I jump into it. Also looking into getting a life insurance policy from NTUC income, which seems to be quite alright from a friend's review.
The NTUC union card which I am applying now offers free insurance coverage (minimum), and also an insurance plan which is limited to members at a low premium, discounts at NTUC fairprice and also discounts on the insurances by NTUC income. They also subsidize heavily for upgrading courses too. Its a good deal for $9 a month.
Small money out here and there, hopefully one day when i look back, I am glad to have bought an umbrella before it rains.
The phantom 150 sale is quite slow. A potential buyer who pilots an A380 (meaning fly aeroplane) failed to turn up. The next potential buyer will be Oliver, my ex-contract agent, since he is interested also, but at a lower price. Hope I can get the wave this Saturday.
The night shift schedules are quite good for me. I have more time to think over stuff, break from school (as long as I can catch up) and learn new things while getting allowances for it. The only con is the breaking of the circadian rhythm, which make sleeping a more difficult task due to a change in sleep timing.
Monday, July 14, 2008
bike for sale
After 14 bikes and going strong, I am selling off my phantom 150. Its a great work horse nevertheless. but its time to move on to another bike. This time, the intention is to buy a honda wave 125.
Low fuel consumption and low maintenance is a plus point now that the petrol prices are soaring like crazy. The point in getting this bike is also for my dad, whose vespa's COE is coming to an end this September and he needed a transport. I personally feel that it is a much safer ride than the vespas due to the modern braking system and ease of use in the controls. It is also much easier to maintain and parts are real cheap for the wave.
The plan is to sell off the phantom, buy a wave and let him practice using it while I am home till he can use it freely. (He's been riding vespas for as long as I know and can't ride other makes) Then I'll let him use the wave while I use the vespa till it gets scrapped. After that, I probably will buy another bike to ride for fun. (May be getting a dirtbike!)
Tomorrow, a buyer interested in the phantom will be viewing bike. If everything goes well, I will go view the bikeshops for wave with intention to take up a short loan to ease the burden on my finances. Hopefully by this weekend, I can get the wave.
Within my short riding life, I have owned many bikes. I am not a fickle-minded person. I just want to be the spontaneous individual who does things on the fly (wait! this does sound like a fickle person). Life is too short to ride all the bikes made but I want to experience as many different bikes as possible. To try all discipline of bike riding and to find myself while indulging in this little bit of enjoyment.
I want to be a "been there, done that" person, than to be a "I should have done that" person. At most, you'll just die trying.
Low fuel consumption and low maintenance is a plus point now that the petrol prices are soaring like crazy. The point in getting this bike is also for my dad, whose vespa's COE is coming to an end this September and he needed a transport. I personally feel that it is a much safer ride than the vespas due to the modern braking system and ease of use in the controls. It is also much easier to maintain and parts are real cheap for the wave.
The plan is to sell off the phantom, buy a wave and let him practice using it while I am home till he can use it freely. (He's been riding vespas for as long as I know and can't ride other makes) Then I'll let him use the wave while I use the vespa till it gets scrapped. After that, I probably will buy another bike to ride for fun. (May be getting a dirtbike!)
Tomorrow, a buyer interested in the phantom will be viewing bike. If everything goes well, I will go view the bikeshops for wave with intention to take up a short loan to ease the burden on my finances. Hopefully by this weekend, I can get the wave.
Within my short riding life, I have owned many bikes. I am not a fickle-minded person. I just want to be the spontaneous individual who does things on the fly (wait! this does sound like a fickle person). Life is too short to ride all the bikes made but I want to experience as many different bikes as possible. To try all discipline of bike riding and to find myself while indulging in this little bit of enjoyment.
I want to be a "been there, done that" person, than to be a "I should have done that" person. At most, you'll just die trying.
Saturday, July 12, 2008
a lil' bored
Eugene was supposed to come over to do his bike in the afternoon but he had something on, so postpone till tomorrow. In the meantime, I got bored and decided to give the fans in my room a clean up.
The swivel type ceiling fan has been in use for many years. Probably more than ten years. The fan cover is rusting and paint is peeling off the blades. Decided to do a makeover for it and pulled it apart.
Didn't have much time, so I just scrapped off the peeling paint, sand it a little bit and proceeded to spray them. The covers were sprayed matt black and the fan blades were in white.
The covers turn out great but the fan blades were quite sucky. Given the fact that I didn't removed all the paint, the paint started to peel again once I sprayed over them.
At least it looks better than before. Will redo them when I have time for it again.
update on the new toys
Finally got time to really put some effort into the blog post. This is the long awaited one about
the new toys I have purchased recently with the help of Bjorn and also from mustafa centre.
Next up is the RTX tool from Black & Decker. Its a rotary tool used for many applications, especially DIY work. From PC case modding to household refurbishing, this is the best tool made for the job. This was gotten from USA, so I had to get a AC to AC converter in order to use it locally. With it, the purchase is still way cheaper than to get it locally.
The RTX is highly recommended for its high torque and power. It fits dremel accessories and flex shaft too (which i got also). The noise level is a little bit on the high side but it is to be expected for such a high rpm tool. 3 settings allow you to adjust from 12000(L), 24000(M) and 30000(H) rpm.
The controls feel quite sturdy and easy to use. It also features a snap lock system to engage the shaft during changing of attachments. No more fumbling with the tools.
Next up would be the Black and Decker variable heat gun from Mustafa centre. At S$98, the heat gun comes in a solid plastic box with moulded interior to hold the accessories. The operating noise levels are again on the high side, but I could be sensitive to noise.
This model is only single speed. The heat range is controlled by a knob on the side, from 50 deg C to 600 deg C. The knob is a little loose though and heat control is only achieved if you can guess the temperature for the for the knob adjustments. The cheaper version at $68.90, with dual speed and single temperature setting for each speed seems to be a better choice for our usage.
Thursday, July 10, 2008
all work and no play makes a dull bear
Coming back from reservist, there were many changes at work due to the recent fuel pricing. Although it isn't affecting me now, I wonder what will happen in the long run.
Currently on training now for flap peening(another form of shot peening). There will be a theory and practical test before we are issued the certificate. Its quite interesting to learn something new, especially when it brings up your value at work.
School has also started the second term, which is stretching my personal time apart from work. This time, there will be metrology, c++ programming(continued), maths(continued) and turning.
So far, the results seem to be on the safe side, except maths, which I am weak in. After 9 months of part-time studying and working, I am lucky to be able to catch up with schoolwork even though I have to work night-shifts every alternate week, meaning skipping school every alternate week.
Further more, I am also applying for the CAAS exams, which will be held in october. All this studying is stretching my abilities to the max and having minimum personal time for myself.
The next thing in line is to buy my dad a honda wave, since the vespa is reaching the coe run. Then its also time to take my car license, which has been stagnant since 5 years ago when I failed the TP test twice.
Its also time to rebuild my led tail light empire again. The new toys are up for work and I'll want to try doing case mods for my PC too. My project table is finally set up too.
From now till the end of the year, I will be financially tight and pressed for time but I am also feeling in control and things seem to be falling into their places.
Anyway, hope u peeps have a good time reading my blog and enjoy the up and coming life story of a legend. (Think Kungfu panda!)
Currently on training now for flap peening(another form of shot peening). There will be a theory and practical test before we are issued the certificate. Its quite interesting to learn something new, especially when it brings up your value at work.
School has also started the second term, which is stretching my personal time apart from work. This time, there will be metrology, c++ programming(continued), maths(continued) and turning.
So far, the results seem to be on the safe side, except maths, which I am weak in. After 9 months of part-time studying and working, I am lucky to be able to catch up with schoolwork even though I have to work night-shifts every alternate week, meaning skipping school every alternate week.
Further more, I am also applying for the CAAS exams, which will be held in october. All this studying is stretching my abilities to the max and having minimum personal time for myself.
The next thing in line is to buy my dad a honda wave, since the vespa is reaching the coe run. Then its also time to take my car license, which has been stagnant since 5 years ago when I failed the TP test twice.
Its also time to rebuild my led tail light empire again. The new toys are up for work and I'll want to try doing case mods for my PC too. My project table is finally set up too.
From now till the end of the year, I will be financially tight and pressed for time but I am also feeling in control and things seem to be falling into their places.
Anyway, hope u peeps have a good time reading my blog and enjoy the up and coming life story of a legend. (Think Kungfu panda!)
Sunday, July 6, 2008
Back!!!
Finally, I am back from in-camp training. Found out the service pay I was paid is short of $40. Gonna call up some people and get them to check it out. Also submitted the make up pay claims, since I think we are supposed to do it ourselves rather than my company itself.
The whole week went by slowly. It’s unusually long and slow when you are in camp, especially when you don’t have much to do everyday. The highlight of this ICT is the live firing which we did on Friday. It is the most relaxed ICT I have attended since we started. We were probably the only combat people who rested more than anyone in the battalion.
It also gave me time to think over a lot of stuff, like watching ourselves grow up from boys to men. Everyone seems to be more matured and work is done more efficiently, although the usual complains and stuff is still around. I also found a few guys who worked in my company in the battalion. Small world.
Once I got back home from camp, Grayson called me for help. He locked himself out of his car with the keys in the car at Jalan Kayu. I went down to Bikelab to pick up the spare keys from Joshua, the owner of the car, in order to send it to him and open the door.
After that, we had kopi at the prata shop there with two of his camp mates whom he was sending home. After he sent the guys home, I went down to pick him up from Sembawang after he returned the car to his friend.
The upgrading project at my place has completed. I still take the usual lift though, due to habit. It’s nice to have the lift come to your floor outside your doorstep. I can move stuff easily from my place to the car park and vice versa.
I will be taking leave on Monday to rest more and also to clear some admin stuff for the bikes. Lots of stuff coming up and I am still struggling to schedule the “to do list” for the year.
Sunday, June 29, 2008
weekend again and time for reservist
The past week had been quite peaceful with minimum events or incidents.
We finally signed the employment contract with my company and discovered they actually promoted us to tech 3 already. My pay is upped a little again and its to a satisfactory level i have been expecting.
To add to this, my leader has assigned me to help him with some admin work since i am PC literate. All this has proved to be a recognition of my hard work and effort in the company. Hopefully I get upgraded at the end of the year again.
On Friday night, Grayson aka Fatboy and I went to our usual place to have kopi. To our surprise, Bjorn came by after his flight landed with Joey. We had a short chat before leaving for home to rest.
Saturday was a busy day. I had to pick up stuff for the upcoming in camp training and there were lots of things I needed to buy. After that, I went to Bjorn's place to help him send his XR to to bikewerks for servicing. I also picked up the stuff that I asked him to buy for me in US.
For S$260, I can get a black & decker RTX rotary tool and heat gun locally. For the same price, I got the RTX tool, dremel flexshaft, 200pc attachment kit, two craftsman T-shirts and two pairs of Levi's jeans from US. What a steal! Thanks Bjorn!
Attended my uncle's birthday dinner at Spring court restaurant in the evening. Many people attended the dinner and it was quite a joyous event. I chatted with my cousin who was in the air force as a technician before about careers and stuff in aviation. The dinner was good and very filling.
One reason why I never liked to attend family gatherings is because I will feel left out all the time. I never hung out with the rest since I was the youngest in my generation and the gap was pretty huge. The next generation youngin's who are running around don't know who I am and I do not know them too. I foresee once the previous generation has passed on, we will no longer keep in touch or even regard each other as family.
As for the reservist next week, I am looking forward to it. Its been 2 years since I last saw the guys and it'll be fun to get together again. I am also glad to get away from work once in a while to get a breather.
Once i get back from reservist, its time to put the new tools to good use. Plans to customise my computer casing and new bike modding ideas that were shelved will begin. Gonna dedicate a corner of my room to put a work table for working on the projects.
One of my goals in life: To live life consciously.
We finally signed the employment contract with my company and discovered they actually promoted us to tech 3 already. My pay is upped a little again and its to a satisfactory level i have been expecting.
To add to this, my leader has assigned me to help him with some admin work since i am PC literate. All this has proved to be a recognition of my hard work and effort in the company. Hopefully I get upgraded at the end of the year again.
On Friday night, Grayson aka Fatboy and I went to our usual place to have kopi. To our surprise, Bjorn came by after his flight landed with Joey. We had a short chat before leaving for home to rest.
Saturday was a busy day. I had to pick up stuff for the upcoming in camp training and there were lots of things I needed to buy. After that, I went to Bjorn's place to help him send his XR to to bikewerks for servicing. I also picked up the stuff that I asked him to buy for me in US.
For S$260, I can get a black & decker RTX rotary tool and heat gun locally. For the same price, I got the RTX tool, dremel flexshaft, 200pc attachment kit, two craftsman T-shirts and two pairs of Levi's jeans from US. What a steal! Thanks Bjorn!
Attended my uncle's birthday dinner at Spring court restaurant in the evening. Many people attended the dinner and it was quite a joyous event. I chatted with my cousin who was in the air force as a technician before about careers and stuff in aviation. The dinner was good and very filling.
One reason why I never liked to attend family gatherings is because I will feel left out all the time. I never hung out with the rest since I was the youngest in my generation and the gap was pretty huge. The next generation youngin's who are running around don't know who I am and I do not know them too. I foresee once the previous generation has passed on, we will no longer keep in touch or even regard each other as family.
As for the reservist next week, I am looking forward to it. Its been 2 years since I last saw the guys and it'll be fun to get together again. I am also glad to get away from work once in a while to get a breather.
Once i get back from reservist, its time to put the new tools to good use. Plans to customise my computer casing and new bike modding ideas that were shelved will begin. Gonna dedicate a corner of my room to put a work table for working on the projects.
One of my goals in life: To live life consciously.
Sunday, June 22, 2008
outing
Went for my first Malaysia trip to Kulai on the Beemer yesterday. Meet up with eugene and co at Jalan Ahmad Ibrahim shell station at 9pm. Proceeded to GP petrol kiosk after the guys had arrived.
The money changer had closed by the time we went in and we had to change money at the petrol kiosk. After I finishing pumping petrol, I went to pay for it while the bike was parked on side stand. When I came out, i found the bike leaking petrol from a drain tube on the right side of the bike. It seems that either we don't pump the fuel to the brim or parking it on side stand after pumping a full tank. Many things to learn on a big bike.
The jacket was fitted with waterproof linen, so I didn't get wet in the heavy rain that came down on us once we left mac except from waist down. The jacket also keep me warm throughout the ride home while eugene was freezing his ass off. The only thing I didn't like was the jacket only came with soft armour. It was pretty decent for a mesh jacket though.
After kulai trip, before heading back to SG
The money changer had closed by the time we went in and we had to change money at the petrol kiosk. After I finishing pumping petrol, I went to pay for it while the bike was parked on side stand. When I came out, i found the bike leaking petrol from a drain tube on the right side of the bike. It seems that either we don't pump the fuel to the brim or parking it on side stand after pumping a full tank. Many things to learn on a big bike.
All were on sports bike except for the Beemer and a GSR400. I realised the open face helmet I wearing is not adequate for anything more than 120km/h when we made our way to Kulai. Everyone was doing like 200km/h onwards and it was pitch dark on the NSH. The only things I saw was the tail lights ahead and the reflective road markers on the road side.
The beemer managed 180km/h without any stress on 5th gear at 6500rpm constantly. Afraid to stress the machine too much, I dropped to 160km/h all the way to our destination and back. The heavily scratched and vibrating helmet visor, pitch dark road and being constantly on high speed is no joke.
I lowered myself below the windshield to minimize the wind blast on my helmet visor just to barely make out the traffic ahead. The blown bulbs in the speedo meter also meant I cannot gauge my speed unless we reach stretches of road where there is street lamps. All I could do was to keep the RPM below the red zone with the tachometer.
The bike proved itself to be a great touring bike. Comfy for long rides, superb road holding capability and high speed stability is a plus point. I was able to adjust my helmet and visor, tucking in my shirt as it rode up my body while doing 180km/h with only one hand on the handle bars without any sense of danger. The only thing I didn't like was the top speed. Doing 180km/h max was a little bit too slow for a 1100cc machine with such riding capability.
After a good dinner, we headed back to SG. Upon reaching GP petrol kiosk, I discovered oil on my left boot. I looked over the engine and found the source to be a leaking cylinder gasket from the left cylinder. Not good news but luckily, at normal speed riding, its not leaking. The oil level was good and there was no danger of the engine blowing up.
Total damage for the trip: S$50.
This includes:
Full tank for the beemer: RM$50
Food and drinks: RM$24
cigarettes: RM$16
Toll fees (to and fro): RM$2.60
Toll fees (to and fro): RM$2.60
For S$50, I can only get a full tank of Octane 98 petrol locally. You do the math.
As usual, we "punch card" at Yishun dam for a chatting session. This time, everyone was tired out and left early. Kai met us at the dam around 2am. Eugene, kai and me then proceeded to sembawang macdonalds after we felt some rain drops.
Upon leaving the dam, we were hit by rain. It was not heavy, but enough to make you wet. We hung out at the macdonalds till 6am to wait for the rain to stop. The rain was hitting down hard and we were glad to be sheltered. We left when it began to drizzle very faintly. Put on the Dririder Jacket in the beemer and Kai commented the jacket was very form fitting for me. Seems like I was destined to be a adventure touring person, with touring jackets and touring bikes fitting my size and my kind of attitude towards riding.
The jacket was fitted with waterproof linen, so I didn't get wet in the heavy rain that came down on us once we left mac except from waist down. The jacket also keep me warm throughout the ride home while eugene was freezing his ass off. The only thing I didn't like was the jacket only came with soft armour. It was pretty decent for a mesh jacket though.
The Nike socks got wet again. They always seems to attract water where ever they went. From the time I wore them to work, I always get caught in the rain most of the time when they are on. Talk about being cursed.
At GP petronas before leaving for Kulai
After kulai trip, before heading back to SG
Monday, June 16, 2008
weekend
Having a sore eye is not a good way to start the weekend. Decided to do a half day on saturday due to it. Seems to be getting better though.
Watched kungfu panda and incredible hulk. Both are very good movie. Kungfu panda was hilarious with their antics and Incredible hulk is not so cartoony anymore.
On saturday, I went to meet eugene and co at tanjong rhu for a lepak session at night. After that, we went to Yishun dam to lepak also. They were all on sports bike and I was the only touring bike there. Nice people and it felt good to be hanging out with bikers again. Finished up with a macdonald breakfast and reached home at 7am.
On sunday, I woke up around 2 plus pm due to a sms from eugene. He wanted to come over to do suspension sag settings. He came over with Kai and we finished the job real quickly. Then it was time to wash the BMW.
Washing the rims took quite a while. luckily, eugene and kai were around to keep me company till it was done. Went home to shower, then proceeded to meet his cousin at ang mo kio for dinner. After that, all went home to sleep since everyone was working morning the next day.
It had been a fun weekend for me. Its been so long since I actually hang with others. Especially people who ride bikes and appreciate riding. Thanks to eugene for letting me hang out with him. Looking forward to more such sessions in future.
Watched kungfu panda and incredible hulk. Both are very good movie. Kungfu panda was hilarious with their antics and Incredible hulk is not so cartoony anymore.
On saturday, I went to meet eugene and co at tanjong rhu for a lepak session at night. After that, we went to Yishun dam to lepak also. They were all on sports bike and I was the only touring bike there. Nice people and it felt good to be hanging out with bikers again. Finished up with a macdonald breakfast and reached home at 7am.
On sunday, I woke up around 2 plus pm due to a sms from eugene. He wanted to come over to do suspension sag settings. He came over with Kai and we finished the job real quickly. Then it was time to wash the BMW.
Washing the rims took quite a while. luckily, eugene and kai were around to keep me company till it was done. Went home to shower, then proceeded to meet his cousin at ang mo kio for dinner. After that, all went home to sleep since everyone was working morning the next day.
It had been a fun weekend for me. Its been so long since I actually hang with others. Especially people who ride bikes and appreciate riding. Thanks to eugene for letting me hang out with him. Looking forward to more such sessions in future.
Thursday, June 12, 2008
finally
Finally, the tests are over. I think I did quite alright for someone who attends classes every alternate week only. Maths was the only one I barely scrape thru. The school holidays are here but we are going to attend extra maths lessons since I think we are still quite weak at it. Next term starts in three weeks time.
Changed my mind about riding the GS to work after one day. The traffic jam outside my work place was so fantastic I reached home at 6pm instead of the usual 535pm since the bike is so big and cannot squeeze traffic. But the look on my colleagues' faces who were asking about owner of the BMW was priceless. It was worth the jam for that day.
At work, I have been having bad days all week long. Keep having an recurring issue on the same job and the politics involved here is deadly. Somehow, I managed to get back on friendly terms with those involved today. The new problem is the leadman from the other shift. Since he was caught in the war between me and my colleague, I become his new target.
He spotted something which I shouldn't have done and told my senior tech straight away. I can see the disappointed look on my senior's face when he asked me about it.
I was disappointed with myself when I realised it. I was probably blinded by the fact that we had little time left and the frustration of doing the same job for 3 days in a row, not to mention the shitty stuff in between.
Starting next week, I'll be direct staff under the company. Lots of benefits to learn and use. All this waiting was not in vain.
Time to get my act together and improve myself more, both skills and interpersonal relationship wise.
Respect is not given, but earned.
Changed my mind about riding the GS to work after one day. The traffic jam outside my work place was so fantastic I reached home at 6pm instead of the usual 535pm since the bike is so big and cannot squeeze traffic. But the look on my colleagues' faces who were asking about owner of the BMW was priceless. It was worth the jam for that day.
At work, I have been having bad days all week long. Keep having an recurring issue on the same job and the politics involved here is deadly. Somehow, I managed to get back on friendly terms with those involved today. The new problem is the leadman from the other shift. Since he was caught in the war between me and my colleague, I become his new target.
He spotted something which I shouldn't have done and told my senior tech straight away. I can see the disappointed look on my senior's face when he asked me about it.
I was disappointed with myself when I realised it. I was probably blinded by the fact that we had little time left and the frustration of doing the same job for 3 days in a row, not to mention the shitty stuff in between.
Starting next week, I'll be direct staff under the company. Lots of benefits to learn and use. All this waiting was not in vain.
Time to get my act together and improve myself more, both skills and interpersonal relationship wise.
Respect is not given, but earned.
Sunday, June 8, 2008
Stressed
Posting this now as a stress reliever. Next week is the hell week as there will be tests for the modules I am taking from monday to wednesday. Haven't been able to keep up much since I only attend classes every alternate week. Need to buck up fast.
Bjorn is leaving his BMW r1100gs in my care as he will be visiting his folks in USA for a few weeks. The bike is heavy as hell but the ride proves itself to be worth the weight. Had an aching back when I woke up in the morning after one night of riding. Time to get back into fitness.
Met Bjorn and friends for a supper session last night. After which I proceeded to yishun dam to meet eugene and his friends who were there. We left ard 5am in the morning to go home. For the record, the lady who was with them was cute.
Now the bmw boxes are in my room adding reflective stickers and patching up the heavily scratched areas with putty before repraying. Gonna ride the bike without them for a week while work is in progress.
Hopefully by the time Bjorn comes back, the bike will still be in one piece. LOL.
Lots of projects running through my mind now for the bike. Everything is done with the intention of the being rider friendly, cosmetically asthetic yet feel quite personal to the rider. Progress is captured and logs written for memories during the process.
Apart from those u see in the pics below, the key hole is also done with same stickers to allow rider to find the slot without fumbling for it in the dark. All designs are self cut.
*Bjorn, hope U like the new look of your boxes.
The date stamp in the 2nd pic is wrong. Forgot to change it before taking.
Friday, June 6, 2008
some other stuff for the record
After an angry post, its time for some light hearted stuff.
Saw my engineer taking a break at the pantry outside the toilets. She saw me and gave me an awkward smile (at least it felt to me). The best part was I tried to smile back but somehow it didn't happen and I went on to the watercooler to have a drink. I thought of starting up a conversation but didn't want to bother her while she is taking a break. (For the record, I think she's HOT!)
After work, I popped by changi village to pick up some food to eat. I usually park my bike at the large vehicle park as there will always be parking lots available and not far from the stall.
When I came back, there were two shemales by my bike, one using my rear top box as a makeshift table to put on makeup. I was like, "WTF!" in my mind. Proceeded to my bike as calmly as possible. The first thing that came to my mind when I got close to my bike was "this is HOT for a shemale".
She asked me if this was my bike and apologised for using my box to put her stuff. We chatted for a while when I was putting the food in my box and taking out my helmet at the same time. It was quite fun to talk to her. She even suggested me to take her for a ride to the beach since I got a spare helmet. I just smiled and proceeded to start my bike to go home.
I used to be quite afraid of them when I was young. Now when I think back, they are also quite fun to be around with and they are quite a polite bunch considering the situation they are in.
For the record, I am not gay or watsoever. I love women and will do so for eternity. But I wouldn't mind having friends who are otherwise, since I am "hao you man tian xia".
Saw my engineer taking a break at the pantry outside the toilets. She saw me and gave me an awkward smile (at least it felt to me). The best part was I tried to smile back but somehow it didn't happen and I went on to the watercooler to have a drink. I thought of starting up a conversation but didn't want to bother her while she is taking a break. (For the record, I think she's HOT!)
After work, I popped by changi village to pick up some food to eat. I usually park my bike at the large vehicle park as there will always be parking lots available and not far from the stall.
When I came back, there were two shemales by my bike, one using my rear top box as a makeshift table to put on makeup. I was like, "WTF!" in my mind. Proceeded to my bike as calmly as possible. The first thing that came to my mind when I got close to my bike was "this is HOT for a shemale".
She asked me if this was my bike and apologised for using my box to put her stuff. We chatted for a while when I was putting the food in my box and taking out my helmet at the same time. It was quite fun to talk to her. She even suggested me to take her for a ride to the beach since I got a spare helmet. I just smiled and proceeded to start my bike to go home.
I used to be quite afraid of them when I was young. Now when I think back, they are also quite fun to be around with and they are quite a polite bunch considering the situation they are in.
For the record, I am not gay or watsoever. I love women and will do so for eternity. But I wouldn't mind having friends who are otherwise, since I am "hao you man tian xia".
angry.....
Somehow, I needed to vent my frustrations. At work, it seems like I am getting slack since there is not much work to do. So I am taking my own pace in doing my work and slacked a bit with the guys. Its tough to be working under pressure all the time and going to work is becoming a chore when you work OT all the time.
Yesterday, my supervisor did something which I think was uncalled for. It seems like he is thinking I am getting more and more slack as time goes by.
Nearing the knock off timing, he would go around to check on the progress of the jobs to write some instructions for the morning shift when they take over the next day. When he came over to ask for the progress, he did not addressed me by my name or my nick as usual. He called me "eh, kornet" (which means cock in malay) with a sacastic look. I was caught by surprise. I dunno if it was for fun or it is his way of showing discontent with my attitude at work recently, but it felt so wrong at that moment.
If u are not happy with me or the way I do things, tell me straight. don't beat around the bush, talk about me behind my back or call me names. If u wanna mark me, so be it. I can always go to other places to work. I don't work in places which restrict your abilities due to personal issues. Who wants to work in a place where u can never go far even if u try hard?
Although most of the time, I turn a deaf ear to all the bullshit, it does not mean I do not care or do not know. I just don't wanna look like a fool arguing with an idiot.
Yesterday, my supervisor did something which I think was uncalled for. It seems like he is thinking I am getting more and more slack as time goes by.
Nearing the knock off timing, he would go around to check on the progress of the jobs to write some instructions for the morning shift when they take over the next day. When he came over to ask for the progress, he did not addressed me by my name or my nick as usual. He called me "eh, kornet" (which means cock in malay) with a sacastic look. I was caught by surprise. I dunno if it was for fun or it is his way of showing discontent with my attitude at work recently, but it felt so wrong at that moment.
If u are not happy with me or the way I do things, tell me straight. don't beat around the bush, talk about me behind my back or call me names. If u wanna mark me, so be it. I can always go to other places to work. I don't work in places which restrict your abilities due to personal issues. Who wants to work in a place where u can never go far even if u try hard?
Although most of the time, I turn a deaf ear to all the bullshit, it does not mean I do not care or do not know. I just don't wanna look like a fool arguing with an idiot.
Sunday, June 1, 2008
latest hoot!
It never fails to amaze me what petrol kiosk are selling nowadays. bought a siemens A160 DECT cordless phone from a Mobil kiosk outside Bjorn's place at 130am. At $55, its a steal. Even the staff told me they bought one to use in the store too.
Was at the kiosk near my place when I decided to get one but they were out of stock and had to leave my contact number there. So I popped by the one outside Bjorn's place since it was not too far away. With luck, they were down to 3 sets left, so I bought it. Not to mention the good service attitude displayed by the staff.
Now in the midst of charging the phone to full, so tomorrow can try out the clarity and battery life. My mum will be delighted to see the phone on the table in the morning.
Was at the kiosk near my place when I decided to get one but they were out of stock and had to leave my contact number there. So I popped by the one outside Bjorn's place since it was not too far away. With luck, they were down to 3 sets left, so I bought it. Not to mention the good service attitude displayed by the staff.
Now in the midst of charging the phone to full, so tomorrow can try out the clarity and battery life. My mum will be delighted to see the phone on the table in the morning.
Thursday, May 29, 2008
Stress
Tension is building up as the dates to my tests are near. This is an important time to gain as much credits as possible before we move on to tougher subjects. Everyone is feeling the heat especially after we heard that there will be no reference during the test.
Went for a pre-employment check-up today. Seems like my right ear is suffering from some loss of hearing for higher frequencies. This is probably due to my previous job as a motorcycle mechanic. Tuning engines in a workshop with no ear protection is an occupation hazard faced by mechanics.
Also confirmed that my blood pressure is high. The doctor prescribed some medicine to lower the pressure and hopefully I can change my lifestyle.
This is probably due to stress at work, school and irregular sleep timing from working night shifts.
Need to observe the situation for some time and see what happens next. hopefully this condition does not affect the company's decision in converting me to direct staff.
The phantom went through some major operations last weekend. changed the tires, chain and sprockets, replaced the stolen 2T container cap, battery and brake pads. Now its riding much better except for the slight screeching from the rear pads.
Next would be to decarbonise the pipe and getting the carburetor settings done.
Went for a pre-employment check-up today. Seems like my right ear is suffering from some loss of hearing for higher frequencies. This is probably due to my previous job as a motorcycle mechanic. Tuning engines in a workshop with no ear protection is an occupation hazard faced by mechanics.
Also confirmed that my blood pressure is high. The doctor prescribed some medicine to lower the pressure and hopefully I can change my lifestyle.
This is probably due to stress at work, school and irregular sleep timing from working night shifts.
Need to observe the situation for some time and see what happens next. hopefully this condition does not affect the company's decision in converting me to direct staff.
The phantom went through some major operations last weekend. changed the tires, chain and sprockets, replaced the stolen 2T container cap, battery and brake pads. Now its riding much better except for the slight screeching from the rear pads.
Next would be to decarbonise the pipe and getting the carburetor settings done.
Disclaimer
For safety, I have to say this. All views and comments posted on my blogs and friendster are of my personal view. I do not represent my company nor will I speak on their behalf in any circumstances.
As I have gained back access for my friendster, its back in use again although blog postings will be updated here only. Some pictures and posts have been deleted to avoid trouble before it happens.
Nothing has happened to me to cause this posting and the deletion. I decided to do it to safe guard myself from trouble should it arise from misuse of information given by me.
As I have gained back access for my friendster, its back in use again although blog postings will be updated here only. Some pictures and posts have been deleted to avoid trouble before it happens.
Nothing has happened to me to cause this posting and the deletion. I decided to do it to safe guard myself from trouble should it arise from misuse of information given by me.
Saturday, May 24, 2008
bad days
Once in a while u get bad days. U go to work but don't feel like working. Especially when u partner up with someone who has different thinking about how work should be done. Plus the stress of having to redo inferior work left by others in the given timeframe.
Took half-day off after I decided that I have had enough sh*t for the day and went home. Didn't want my mood to affect the work in progress. Went to see a doctor the next day and she thinks(at least the impression she gave me) I am just trying to get away from work on a friday.
These people never enquired about our work and decides that we are slackers because we want to take MC. If we actually make a deadly mistake at work, some 300 people may just drop from the skies and killing some more on the ground. We are professional people who knows when we need to take a break before we make a fatal error at work. The stress levels are very high. Time, cost and quality are the bulk of our concern. This is proven when the doctor told me I am having high blood pressure. This was at a normal pressure before I joined the industry.
One thing that I realised also, people who are big sized or fat, are usually percieved as lazy, useless bums who will slack at work at every moment given. This is not true. We have to work harder than the average guy. More effort is spent to do the same action and there are restriction to the minimum workspace required.
We have our ways to get around to do our work, so don't say we are sitting around doing nothing. Sometimes our height requires us to sit down and do work, while average guys can do it squatting down because he is not tall enough.
Anyway, the conversion to direct staff has been accepted and it will probably happen in june. This will take some stress off me although the pay increment is lower than I expected. The benefits are gonna be a great help.
PS: For the record, I will not be going back to the same clinic ever. If I am gonna pay to be served with this kind of attitude, then good riddance to u. No wonder no one goes to this clinic anymore.
Took half-day off after I decided that I have had enough sh*t for the day and went home. Didn't want my mood to affect the work in progress. Went to see a doctor the next day and she thinks(at least the impression she gave me) I am just trying to get away from work on a friday.
These people never enquired about our work and decides that we are slackers because we want to take MC. If we actually make a deadly mistake at work, some 300 people may just drop from the skies and killing some more on the ground. We are professional people who knows when we need to take a break before we make a fatal error at work. The stress levels are very high. Time, cost and quality are the bulk of our concern. This is proven when the doctor told me I am having high blood pressure. This was at a normal pressure before I joined the industry.
One thing that I realised also, people who are big sized or fat, are usually percieved as lazy, useless bums who will slack at work at every moment given. This is not true. We have to work harder than the average guy. More effort is spent to do the same action and there are restriction to the minimum workspace required.
We have our ways to get around to do our work, so don't say we are sitting around doing nothing. Sometimes our height requires us to sit down and do work, while average guys can do it squatting down because he is not tall enough.
Anyway, the conversion to direct staff has been accepted and it will probably happen in june. This will take some stress off me although the pay increment is lower than I expected. The benefits are gonna be a great help.
PS: For the record, I will not be going back to the same clinic ever. If I am gonna pay to be served with this kind of attitude, then good riddance to u. No wonder no one goes to this clinic anymore.
Tuesday, May 20, 2008
more updates
Was at work for the long weekend with half days on saturday and sundays and a full day for vesak day. Now I can officially work OT in the other cell as my leaders didn't minded if they needed the extra help. This mean that I have more one more option if my cell does not have OT to do. For the record, I am currently at 34.5hrs OT.
The OT pay for April came in and I discovered a miscalculation in it. They probably overlooked one of the Sunday I did and gave 1.5x instead of 2x. Luckily, I always make it a point to keep records of OT, leave and working days personally. I highlighted it to my agent and currently trying to chase back the lost amount.
Out of the 5 guys who survived till now, 2 of them got called up by HR for briefing on the conversion to direct staff. I am eagerly waiting to be called by HR for the same thing.
After 10 arduous months, the excitment is hard to hide. We are finally making progress in this new working environment.
The OT pay for April came in and I discovered a miscalculation in it. They probably overlooked one of the Sunday I did and gave 1.5x instead of 2x. Luckily, I always make it a point to keep records of OT, leave and working days personally. I highlighted it to my agent and currently trying to chase back the lost amount.
Out of the 5 guys who survived till now, 2 of them got called up by HR for briefing on the conversion to direct staff. I am eagerly waiting to be called by HR for the same thing.
After 10 arduous months, the excitment is hard to hide. We are finally making progress in this new working environment.
Saturday, May 17, 2008
Long updates
My friendster profile can't log in already. Friends do help me add comments to divert the peeps who read my profile to here.
For updates, the date of converting to direct staff is near. wish me luck and hope it happens next week. So far, work is ok with some OT to be done but nothing fantastic.
Bought my mum a Pentax optio E40 digital camera for mother's day. she was quite pleased with it.
Changed my bike again. the nighthawk 250 was sold initially to aquire a dirt bike. but the need for transport got the better of me and I haphazardly bought a Phantom150. Still looking for a dirt bike though.
For updates, the date of converting to direct staff is near. wish me luck and hope it happens next week. So far, work is ok with some OT to be done but nothing fantastic.
Bought my mum a Pentax optio E40 digital camera for mother's day. she was quite pleased with it.
Changed my bike again. the nighthawk 250 was sold initially to aquire a dirt bike. but the need for transport got the better of me and I haphazardly bought a Phantom150. Still looking for a dirt bike though.
My new ride!
Anyway, at this point of time, I am packed with school and work. Once everything at work is finalised and settled, I will plan some time for other stuff that I want to do. Like riding up to Thailand, taking my car license and buying my first big bike.
A new blog
Finally decided to ditch the old one at friendster. I am having problems logging in and its slow and always hang for no reason. This seems to be a much better place to blog. For older archive, please visit http://lcbear350.blogs.friendster.com/the_chronicle/. For those who noe me, this is the new place which will be updated only. Thanks for looking.
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