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Shorai LFX09L2-BS12 Review: Too Weak for Honda CRF300L? Read Before You Buy

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⭐ 2/5 Stars – Too Weak for the CRF300L ⭐ Pricing info here. Performance & Reliability 🚲🔋 This lithium-iron battery had promise, but it just didn’t deliver for my Honda CRF300L. After sitting for only a brief period, it lacked the power to start the bike reliably. Even while riding, the battery’s voltage was low at idle, which is not a confidence-inspiring trait when you’re out on the trails. For a small displacement dual-sport, I expected better, but this battery

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HOWTO Power a Wyze Camera 50ft Away Using an AC-to-5V Adapter (Off-Grid & Home Use)

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🏕️ Off-Grid, Long-Distance Camera Power—A Practical Inexpensive Solution If you’re setting up a Wyze camera (or other micro-USB device) in a remote location, you’ve probably run into power challenges. In my case, I needed to monitor my off-grid property with a camera mounted 50ft away from my power source. My solar setup runs through a pure sine wave inverter, providing reliable AC power, but I needed a stable 5V source to power a Wyze Cam without voltage drop issues. 🔴

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DEWALT DCL050 20V MAX LED Work Light Review – Is It Worth the Price?

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🔦💡DEWALT DCL050 20V MAX LED Work Light – Decent, but Pricey TL;DR: Solid work light if you’re locked into DeWalt’s 20V system, but overpriced compared to Ryobi’s more flexible PCL660B. I do love a good flashlight/torch and I use them regularly for work and around the farm. I also enjoy many of Dewalt’s 20V and 60V tools so I thought I would give this flashlight a try when it was on sale at woot.com (for ~$39). Here are my impressions

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2021-2022-2023 Toyota Sienna Key Fob Battery Replacement Guide (CR2450)

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If your 2021, 2022, or 2023 Toyota Sienna Limited Platinum key fob is acting up—minimal range, especially in the cold, or needing to hold it super close to the ignition button—it’s likely time for a battery swap. Here’s a straightforward guide to get your key fob back in top shape. TL;DR: Replace your 2021 Toyota Sienna Limited Platinum key fob battery with a CR2450 battery to restore optimal performance. This is the battery that I used and it is working

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Caribou Coffee Caribou Blend – A Daily Driver with Some Serious Smoothness ☕

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You know that coffee you always come back to? The one that’s just solid, reliable, and hits the spot every single time? Yeah, that’s Caribou Coffee’s Caribou Blend for me. After 25+ purchases, I feel pretty qualified to say: this is one of the best go-to medium roasts out there. No fuss, no weird flavors, just a smooth, balanced, and slightly chocolatey cup that works in almost any brewing method. Let’s break it down: 🔥 Taste This is a crowd-pleaser

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Dunkin’ Original Blend – Your Classic Cup of Joe

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Looking for a dependable, easy-drinking coffee that doesn’t break the bank? Enter Dunkin’ Original Blend Medium Roast—a smooth, mild, and balanced cup that’s been a breakfast staple for decades. If you want a coffee that tastes like your local Dunkin’ drive-thru, this is it. But how does it stack up in the caffeine department? Let’s break it down: 🔥 Taste This blend is all about smoothness and drinkability. It’s not going to punch you in the face like a dark

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Tempered Glass Screen Protector – Finally, One That Works with the Pixel 9 Pro XL’s Fingerprint Reader!

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If you own a Pixel 9 Pro XL, you already know the headache of finding a screen protector that doesn’t mess up the fingerprint reader. I’ve tried several, and with most of them, the sensor just refused to work—no matter what I did. I tried retraining my fingerprints, adjusting settings, enabling “increased sensitivity”—nothing worked. The phone just wouldn’t unlock. But this amFilm Tempered Glass Screen Protector? It just works. No frustration, no failed unlock attempts—just clean, smooth performance exactly how

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Etekcity Infrared Thermometer [REVIEW]

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Etekcity Infrared Thermometer – A Practical Everyday Tool That Just Works 🌡️ You ever need to check the temp of something quickly—whether it’s your grill, oven, HVAC vents, or even your gaming PC? The Etekcity Infrared Thermometer is one of those tools you don’t realize you need until you have one. Then, suddenly, you’ve got three—one for the kitchen, garage, and shop (ask me how I know). It’s simple, affordable, and reliable for checking surface temperatures without making contact—which is

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