I’m Saahbs aka Mike Sabala. This here is my very own corner of the internet, free of external control, expressing my personal opinions and published without any warranty.

My Motto:

“Endorse your beliefs, not people or organizations which align (at the moment) with them, while remembering that ends do not justify the means”.

Quotes:

  • “Less is more” – Mies van der Rohe
  • “Keep it simple stupid” – Kelly Johnson
  • “Measure trice, cut once” – proverb
  • “shoveling bits in data mines in the dim light of burning midnight oil” – saahbs’ work

Most Recent Content:

CWMouse Project Changes, 2025-Dec-25 Thu, "First Year Summary: Success"
Microcwmouse and Cwmouse
(Microcwmouse and Cwmouse)

I embarked on sharing my CWMouse Iambic Paddle with others a year ago. I finalized the design, manufactured 100 units and sold all of them during 2025. The reviews on ebay, eham and amazon are overwhelmingly positive. I had only two “warranty” repairs - both due to exceeding PLA storage temperatures (both in locked vehicles in summer heat).


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Recycling Starter Batteries, 2025-Dec-21 Sun, "From Waste to Emergency Power"
Assembled Unit
(Assembled Unit)

Recently I found myself with three unused and slowly decaying lead acid starter batteries. Between these batteries and my fascination with “van-lifers” using solar and large battery banks, I wanted to do another baby project along those lines.


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Miata Wheels, 2025-Dec-01 Mon, "servicing wheels, rotors and brake pads"
Wheels in the Garden
(Wheels in the Garden)

During a few rainy days, I took the time to complete belated maintenance on my Miata.

I told myself that when my rear pads finally start squealing - they did - I’ll replace all the rotors, all the pads, flush the brake system and refinish my badly scratched1 rims.


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