The "ectomy" to end all "ectomies" could have been the headline for this post. The problem with doing that is one would then run the very real risk of having to eat their words of boast. I'll tell you I like boast as good as the next guy but think the boasts taste better with butter or jam than with crow.
With luck, because skill obviously isn't present, Alejandro F. will once again have a dry rock to perch on while soaking in the rays before it's time for him to jump into action and fill the pond. The latest "HOSEectomy" didn't last very long. The hose split just like on previous occasions plus I'm getting a lot of practice in this arena.
I decided to give up on the F.S.P.M. and attack the problem using all the logic I could muster. After a great deal of deliberation, forethought, circumspection and reflection I decided the hose had to go. I believe if we keep messing with Alejandro F.'s SMAGSOT it too will wind up in the same trash bin as his BSTOT.
To this end I took the trek to the Lowe's Hosectomy Supply Store to find a replacement hose. They didn't have what I wanted to I headed to Home Depot and they had just the thing, a black vinyl 3/8 ID hose and it was cheap too. I bought it.
I'm happy to report this morning I performed the "radical hosectomy." A new 10 foot length of hose, that is much more flexible than the previous tubing, has been implanted and clamped in place. I believe the operation was a success since Alejandro F. didn't croak.
Of course it will take a few days of observation to confirm there are no leaks.
NICE JOB Dr. Watson!
Whoohoo...
2 comments:
If this doesn't work I think you should put him on a perch on top of the pond so he can piddle as he pleases and it still drips in the wanted location. J9
Yes, This should be the last test.. If this fails, its time to put him out of his misery.. Life suppport only last so long. Good luck.. I also like Janines idea..
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