http://www.instructables.com Tue, 29 May 2012 06:21:16 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Inflatable-Bed-to-Stand-Up-Paddle-Board-Pump-Adapt/
Inflatable Bed to Stand-Up Paddle Board Pump Adapter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4C/NQAT/H2MYJRBN/F4CNQATH2MYJRBN.SMALL.jpg ewilhelm Across Tomales Bay in Point Reyes National park are some of my favorite campsites, which can only be reached by boat.  On our most recent trip, my wife, Christy, was concerned about sleeping comfortably on just a sleeping pad due to a rib injury and being many months pregnant.  Since we either sail ...
By: ewilhelm

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 25 May 2012 13:22:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Govnot-An-attempt-to-turn-an-old-frame-into/
The Gov'not - An attempt to turn an old frame into a copy of a vintage path racer - Pashley Gov'nor- for Ã�£50. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6P/OEK7/H2MYKANQ/F6POEK7H2MYKANQ.SMALL.jpg FriendOfHumanity This is the Pashley Gov'nor . . . it is simply beautiful . . . sit and stare at it for a while, it will make you feel nice . . .                http://www.pashley.co.uk/products/guvnor.html It is based on the model made by Pashley in the 1930s but is equipped with modern components, (either sing...
By: FriendOfHumanity

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 May 2012 11:02:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cover-your-worn-bicycle-saddle-with-real-leather/
Cover your worn bicycle saddle with real leather - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/CVX5/FAKWQ9O2/FNKCVX5FAKWQ9O2.SMALL.jpg thearchitect Right, I found this stray bike to fix myself this cheap recycled bike to get around (another instructable topic). It had a decent Selle Italia saddle on it, however the vinyl cover on it was completely shot. Fortunately the foam was intact and in good shape. So I decided to refinish the saddle with ...
By: thearchitect

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 27 Dec 2007 13:14:31 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Single-wheel-bike-trailer/
Single wheel bike trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAO/LYU7/H1YOAOET/FAOLYU7H1YOAOET.SMALL.jpg tom31200 At the beginning of the spring season, while sun begins to shine in South of France, I decided to build my own bike trailer. I read many trailer comparatives in order to find the best solution corresponding to my needs. I intend to have a trip along Canal du Midi during the summer for at least 3 day...
By: tom31200

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 May 2012 04:44:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-your-own-Machete/
How to make your own Machete - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/CA6J/H2BMNI83/FB2CA6JH2BMNI83.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/CA6J/H2BMNI83/FB2CA6JH2BMNI83.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB2/CA6J/H2BMNI83/FB2CA6JH2BMNI83.SMALL.jpg Trollinwater         Hello Do It Yourself-ers!  This is my first instructable, and I thought I would give documenting my machete build a shot and turn it into a How-To for the site!           Now, we all know that a nice, big axe/knife comes in handy during camping trips or in survival packs.  In my case, I wil...
By: Trollinwater

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 May 2012 18:50:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-make-a-torch-1/
how to make a torch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNA/GDBS/H1YOIKQ2/FNAGDBSH1YOIKQ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNA/GDBS/H1YOIKQ2/FNAGDBSH1YOIKQ2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNA/GDBS/H1YOIKQ2/FNAGDBSH1YOIKQ2.SMALL.jpg rallekralle how to make a simple torch with inexpensive materials im not responseble for anything you do with this information you will need: wood firestarters a good knife yarn or strong thread carve the wood make the wood look better(or you can just  leave it as it is) split the wood... ...like in...
By: rallekralle

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 23:33:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Yak-Proof-Survival-Knife/
Yak-Proof Survival Knife - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/64DL/H21CGMEK/FPL64DLH21CGMEK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/64DL/H21CGMEK/FPL64DLH21CGMEK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPL/64DL/H21CGMEK/FPL64DLH21CGMEK.SMALL.jpg bartolo Y.U.R.T. - Yellow Ugly Rescue Tool ;-) I wanted to call this Instructable "Make a heavy duty survival knife from an rusty file for less then 15 dollar in less then 2 hours with only basic tools", but sometimes less is simply more... Survival. Again. I'm doing this - this what? this sport? this spi...
By: bartolo

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 21 May 2012 08:49:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Trailer/
Teardrop Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZU/IBQW/H27LRHVM/FZUIBQWH27LRHVM.SMALL.jpg e1ioan Each step is one day. First of all, my day job is software programmer. This is my first build. I have basic knowledge of wood working and I have some tools. The build is going to take a while (a month? two?). I only have time to work on it from 8PM until I go to sleep (about 3 hours) and i...
By: e1ioan

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 15 May 2012 16:04:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hakima-Roof-Rack-Poor-Mans-Strut-Channel-Cross-/
Hakima Roof Rack - Poor Man's Strut Channel Cross Bars - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FL2/FL7U/GZKG37YJ/FL2FL7UGZKG37YJ.SMALL.jpg alhazen My SUV came with a basic luggage rack.  What I really needed was something with the functionality of a Yakima or Thule cross bar but with a dumpster diver price tag. For less than the cost of a single store-bought cross bar I was able to bodge a reasonably functional bar using strut channel that I p...
By: alhazen

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 12 May 2012 16:42:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-DARC/
Make your own D.A.R.C. (sheet including) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSD/AYG3/H1YOL8KA/FSDAYG3H1YOL8KA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSD/AYG3/H1YOL8KA/FSDAYG3H1YOL8KA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSD/AYG3/H1YOL8KA/FSDAYG3H1YOL8KA.SMALL.jpg bartolo D.A.R.C. - Defence Attack Rescue Claw Got this idea after an internal brainstorming about the question 'What kind of tool would I like to have if I was burried alive?' Call it The Dark Side Of Myself... This question implicates multiple if's: - waking up on time (oxygen stuff) - no panic (stay coo...
By: bartolo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 16 May 2012 05:21:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Backpacking-Food-Bars-20/
Backpacking Food Bars 2.0 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/UG90/H1YOI6DP/F0QUG90H1YOI6DP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/UG90/H1YOI6DP/F0QUG90H1YOI6DP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/UG90/H1YOI6DP/F0QUG90H1YOI6DP.SMALL.jpg Grand Wanderer Even though it was posted over a year ago, I’m still receiving a surprising amount of interest in my Backpacking Food Bars.  I’ve refined the recipe a bit and taken it on another trip, so I thought I’d share an update.  This new version is significantly more nutritious and tastier than the previous ...
By: Grand Wanderer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 11:52:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Gohikingextended-stay-bag/
Go/hiking/extended stay bag - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/4TZD/H1YOB2KM/FJE4TZDH1YOB2KM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/4TZD/H1YOB2KM/FJE4TZDH1YOB2KM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJE/4TZD/H1YOB2KM/FJE4TZDH1YOB2KM.SMALL.jpg Mountainmistress Alright, just to finish out my camping/go gear. Here is my extended stay bag. As in not an overnight bag. This bag started out as a generic Field-line I used it a few years then started looking for another bag. But I found it difficult to find an affordable bag with all the things that I liked about...
By: Mountainmistress

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 19:49:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Cotton-Ball-Fire-Starter/
How to Make a Cotton Ball Fire Starter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/PGT3/H1ZG6IL8/FDKPGT3H1ZG6IL8.SMALL.jpg lax0131 This is a very useful fire starter that you can use on camping trips, in your fire at home, or anywhere you choose!  They will burn from 2-3 minutes depending how much Vaseline you put on and the size of your cotton ball. Gather Materials You will need: 1 cotton ball (per fire starter) Some Vasel...
By: lax0131

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 19:54:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-Survival-Knife/
Small Survival Knife - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/UAZ9/H1ZG6MN3/FFGUAZ9H1ZG6MN3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/UAZ9/H1ZG6MN3/FFGUAZ9H1ZG6MN3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFG/UAZ9/H1ZG6MN3/FFGUAZ9H1ZG6MN3.SMALL.jpg tomsweet65 Here is an Instructable on how I made the little knife in my survival kit. Here are the things you will need: 1 Sheffield "Rhino" Utility Blade Duct Tape Piece of Milk Carton approx 3"x5" Piece of Cardboard approx 3"x5" Super Glue Scissors Marker or Pen Para Cord ...
By: tomsweet65

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 9 May 2012 22:46:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-3-drum-rain-collection-system-better/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/J50A/H1YONH2J/FTCJ50AH1YONH2J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/J50A/H1YONH2J/FTCJ50AH1YONH2J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTC/J50A/H1YONH2J/FTCJ50AH1YONH2J.SMALL.jpg cajundood   MY VERTICAL 'stacked" RAIN COLLECTION SYSTEM I live down in south Louisiana & plant a vegetable garden every year.  Now even though my area is considered tropical, we do have dry periods. Watering my garden  from the tap hinders the growth because of the chemical and algae inhibiters that they ...
By: cajundood

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 8 May 2012 17:03:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Bicycle-Cargo-Trailer/
Bicycle Cargo Trailer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRD/PK88/H1O5DEJ3/FRDPK88H1O5DEJ3.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 This Instructable is entered into the Metal Challenge, Wheels Challenge, and the Make it Real Challenge.  If you think its a winner please vote for it in these contests.  I also have another Instructable in the Make it Real Challenge, DIY CNC Router, check it out and vote for it too!  Thanks Have y...
By: dbc1218

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 3 May 2012 19:40:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Facet-V1-Velomobile/
Facet V1 Velomobile - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3Q/5N59/H1LWQ4X3/F3Q5N59H1LWQ4X3.SMALL.jpg jeff-o Let me start by saying that I have wanted to build a velomobile for at least five or six years.  I've been collecting little bits of research since then, but things finally reached "critical mass" just a few months ago.  The combination of assistance from a Coroplast velomobile group on Facebook, th...
By: jeff-o

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 May 2012 10:03:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/One-SF-Soliders-Survival-Kit/
One SF Soliders' Survival Kit - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/3AK1/H1KHAK17/FKB3AK1H1KHAK17.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/3AK1/H1KHAK17/FKB3AK1H1KHAK17.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKB/3AK1/H1KHAK17/FKB3AK1H1KHAK17.SMALL.jpg tomsweet65 This survival kit is the product of many years spent in third world countries as both a soldier and contractor. I have carried, and used more then once, this kit in Central and South America, Africa, and Afghanistan. It fits nicely in a small pouch on my vest. Fire You should always carry a...
By: tomsweet65

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 May 2012 01:35:15 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/My-Survival-Pack-MSP/
My Survival Pack (M.S.P) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/1GC8/GT2P3H2J/FZ61GC8GT2P3H2J.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/1GC8/GT2P3H2J/FZ61GC8GT2P3H2J.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/1GC8/GT2P3H2J/FZ61GC8GT2P3H2J.SMALL.jpg pTEARgriffin I'm the type of person that likes to be prepard for just about anything so I created a survival pack with one thing in mind, It's better to have it and not need it then not have it and need it.  I wanted the basic survival Tool Plus other things  I thought would be use-full. Also it's starting to ge...
By: pTEARgriffin

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Sep 2011 03:45:12 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wide-Paracord-Bracelet/
Wide Paracord Bracelet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/9H12/FFRD402Y/FRQ9H12FFRD402Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/9H12/FFRD402Y/FRQ9H12FFRD402Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRQ/9H12/FFRD402Y/FRQ9H12FFRD402Y.SMALL.jpg Falcon_WOG This is my first instructable and I hope you enjoy it.I will show you how I made a wide paracord bracelet with a side release buckle. This is also a good plan for a collar for you dog. Pick your colors First step is picking your colors. The optimal types are 2 colors that contrast. Also for you...
By: Falcon_WOG

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 May 2008 20:53:46 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Humorous-Rope-Barometer/
Humorous Rope Barometer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/H3CN/H1AH6DMC/FJWH3CNH1AH6DMC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/H3CN/H1AH6DMC/FJWH3CNH1AH6DMC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJW/H3CN/H1AH6DMC/FJWH3CNH1AH6DMC.SMALL.jpg mpmitri I was inspired to build my own Rope Barometer after seeing one at a golf course.  Getting started I went to the store and bought some wood but any wood you have around can work. I also bought some rope, I wanted to use natural-fibre rope instead of nylon rope only because I thought it would look ...
By: mpmitri

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 21 Apr 2012 16:33:53 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hula-bike-no-pedals/
Eccentric-hub scooter / bike (no pedals) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F03/3UQT/H1LWPENL/F033UQTH1LWPENL.SMALL.jpg Gael - Tim Tim and Gael want to build a Hula bike . Main Problem : how to easily displace the hub from the center of the wheel ? Play around with spokes ? No ! way too painful . But Tim is a carpenter and has access to a router .  So They decided to craft it out of plywood planks . Quick, easy,  strong enoug...
By: Gael - Tim

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 10:25:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tactical-Multitool/
Tactical Multitool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/Y9OV/H1PIT7IO/F23Y9OVH1PIT7IO.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/Y9OV/H1PIT7IO/F23Y9OVH1PIT7IO.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F23/Y9OV/H1PIT7IO/F23Y9OVH1PIT7IO.SMALL.jpg ineverfinishanyth When camping, I often wish I had brought a tool along; a hammer, a hatchet, a shovel, etc. Especially on backpacking trips, however, the weight and hassle of carrying 3 or 4 tools is over the top and not worth it in the long run. The Tactical Multitool is the perfect solution. It combines the versat...
By: ineverfinishanyth

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:31:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Making-a-relatively-cheap-still-for-distilling-wa/
Making a relatively cheap still (for distilling water(for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY!)) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZKG9/H1EMI4FS/F76ZKG9H1EMI4FS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZKG9/H1EMI4FS/F76ZKG9H1EMI4FS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F76/ZKG9/H1EMI4FS/F76ZKG9H1EMI4FS.SMALL.jpg TylerTsero Let's get started learning what distilling is: 1. Purify (a liquid) by vaporizing it, then condensing it by cooling the vapor, and collecting the resulting liquid. 2. Make (something, esp. liquor or an essence) in this way. Distillation is the method of separating a mixture into its component part...
By: TylerTsero

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:03:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Skin-on-Frame-Canoe/
Skin-on-Frame Canoe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/IX1H/GZACIFCC/FJ5IX1HGZACIFCC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/IX1H/GZACIFCC/FJ5IX1HGZACIFCC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ5/IX1H/GZACIFCC/FJ5IX1HGZACIFCC.SMALL.jpg balloondoggle I want a canoe.  I want one really badly.  New, it's going to run me $400 or more.  Used, well, I just don't like Craig's List and haven't found any other listings in my area.  So what's a boy to do?  Build one!!! There is no shortage of guidelines and tips and hints and clues and allusions to cano...
By: balloondoggle

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 12:00:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/20-Fish-Smoker-Attachment-for-Alcohol-Camping-Sto/
$20 Fish Smoker Attachment for Alcohol Camping Stove - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/FQWY/H19RQP3R/FHKFQWYH19RQP3R.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/FQWY/H19RQP3R/FHKFQWYH19RQP3R.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/FQWY/H19RQP3R/FHKFQWYH19RQP3R.SMALL.jpg lucyfanclub Most fish smokers are large, cumbersome things that cost $100 or more. I like to be able to smoke a trout at the side of the river, so I wanted a smoker one that could be used with my Trangia and was portable. This one was made for less than $20, takes no time to make, works very well and can be dro...
By: lucyfanclub

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 18:19:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/12-volt-air-conditioner/
12 volt air conditioner - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIE/0UDD/H15NFQ79/FIE0UDDH15NFQ79.SMALL.jpg rowerwet in 2011 I built a Tear drop trailer (TD) similar to this http://www.instructables.com/id/Teardrop-Travel-Trailer/ , most TD campers carry some sort of air conditioner to deal with the hot weather. In dry areas of the country a swamp cooler  works fine as blowing a fan over a block of ice will cool t...
By: rowerwet

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 18 Apr 2012 10:31:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-Bike-Lock-aka-uber-epic-mega-lock/
Modified Bike Lock (aka uber, epic, mega lock!) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTZ/VBOG/H11WJBLV/FTZVBOGH11WJBLV.SMALL.jpg angelabchua Yup, I just had a couple bikes stolen from me.  So you bet your buns I am not only incredibly angry at the person who hopped my fence and stole my bikes, i am super paranoid now too.  We are in full crisis lockdown mode at Chez Angie...so much so, you would have thought someone came and rooted throu...
By: angelabchua

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 20:01:47 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hull-Assembly-Methods-Overview/
Hull Assembly Methods (Overview) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/VRKM/H0OJ1BM8/F5LVRKMH0OJ1BM8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/VRKM/H0OJ1BM8/F5LVRKMH0OJ1BM8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/VRKM/H0OJ1BM8/F5LVRKMH0OJ1BM8.SMALL.jpg E-boat We use different panel assembly methods for our stitch and glue and composite boats: from the simple sharpie to the basket mold for larger hulls. You can use almost any method for any boat but each system has its advantages and is better fitted to a certain type of boat. Sharpie method: Well adapte...
By: E-boat

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 09:44:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hardware-Store-Plastic-Roller-Bearings/
Hardware Store Plastic Roller Bearings - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/W7D7/GYZNV26P/FANW7D7GYZNV26P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/W7D7/GYZNV26P/FANW7D7GYZNV26P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAN/W7D7/GYZNV26P/FANW7D7GYZNV26P.SMALL.jpg Goodluck I've not actually used this for anything, just built a prototype from materials on hand. I've posted pictures, hopefully pretty self explanatory. The pictures aren't exactly what I describe. Again, just what I was able to work up as an example given materials I already had available. One should be ...
By: Goodluck

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 09:22:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Featherlight-fender/
Featherlight fender - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3C/9L47/H0OIUS0O/F3C9L47H0OIUS0O.SMALL.jpg Castor bricoleur Designed for commuters and travelers, this fender will help you and your followers to stay clean on the road. There is actually no many product on the market that fits great with bike racks. The one I create take advantage of the bike luggage rack. Using a simple folding trick that I've learn doing ...
By: Castor bricoleur

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 10 Apr 2012 16:08:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/mountainboardflyboard-trucks/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/B31Y/H0OJ65MB/FJUB31YH0OJ65MB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/B31Y/H0OJ65MB/FJUB31YH0OJ65MB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJU/B31Y/H0OJ65MB/FJUB31YH0OJ65MB.SMALL.jpg Aeolus (This instructable isn't completely how I would like it to be but due to a shortage of time and me wanting this one ready for the Extreme contest in time I settle with it for now) I've made these mountainboard-trucks quite a while a go but didn't document the process, however I think that, being q...
By: Aeolus

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:28:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Helicopter-Carp-Rig/
The Helicopter Carp Rig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2B/QHME/H0OJ1B6H/F2BQHMEH0OJ1B6H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2B/QHME/H0OJ1B6H/F2BQHMEH0OJ1B6H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2B/QHME/H0OJ1B6H/F2BQHMEH0OJ1B6H.SMALL.jpg Angling Lines Chas Cook is the owner of Vaux French carp lake.  This is the 5th article in an excellent series which gives you instruction on how to construct a series of carp rigs he’s used to great effect for his carp fishing in France. You can read all the articles here. Both of the following rigs have, once ...
By: Angling Lines

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 12 Apr 2012 04:13:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Atomic-Zombie-s-Carnage-chopper-bicycle/
Atomic Zombie's Carnage chopper bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUN/QR97/3CQEPZY2H0F/FUNQR973CQEPZY2H0F.SMALL.jpg KoolKat Full suspension mountain bikes with v-shaped frames have become very popular over the years, so it's no wonder that the local landfill has been seeing more and more of the cheap steel versions lately. The typical lifespan of a department store type bike seems to be about three years. Although fully ...
By: KoolKat

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 24 Jul 2006 08:59:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rock-Climbing-Stick-Clip/
Rock Climbing Stick Clip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/OVZE/H0A00JDV/F7FOVZEH0A00JDV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/OVZE/H0A00JDV/F7FOVZEH0A00JDV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7F/OVZE/H0A00JDV/F7FOVZEH0A00JDV.SMALL.jpg mga12 So you're out at the crag and you've found a sweet new route. The only problem is, the first bolt sits about 15 feet up and you don't particularly feel like decking today. At this point you would usually move on to a safer route but not today! Today you have your handy dandy stick clip you made via ...
By: mga12

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Apr 2012 08:49:14 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/multi-key-Utili-Key-10-in-1-Tool/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/T8ZC/H0OJ12Y1/F19T8ZCH0OJ12Y1.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/T8ZC/H0OJ12Y1/F19T8ZCH0OJ12Y1.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F19/T8ZC/H0OJ12Y1/F19T8ZCH0OJ12Y1.SMALL.jpg Vitizop Multi key Utility-Key 10-in-1 Tool Material: Ni+Fe (nickel-iron)  Weight: 6gr ~1/6 oz. Length: 5,6 centimeters = 2,20472441 inch With: 2,5 centimeters = 0,984251969 inch Thickness: 0,2 centimeters = 0,0787401575 inch 1. drill (better efficiency than Phillips screwdriver) 2. saw (wood) 3. bottle op...
By: Vitizop

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 13:07:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Extreme-Wilderness-Bunker/
Extreme Wilderness Bunker! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/HP9C/H0OIZQBC/F8AHP9CH0OIZQBC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/HP9C/H0OIZQBC/F8AHP9CH0OIZQBC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/HP9C/H0OIZQBC/F8AHP9CH0OIZQBC.SMALL.jpg machoturtle Lost in the woods? No place to call home? Live near the wilderness? Just wanna have fun? It's time for the extreme survival bunker! It's kinda like owning your own little cave, except more awesome. It can be as big or little as you want it, and it's plenty easy to build (me and my little brother bui...
By: machoturtle

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 21:07:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Emergency-Fishhooks/
Emergency Fishhooks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/32MZ/H0KL7M8Z/F9I32MZH0KL7M8Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/32MZ/H0KL7M8Z/F9I32MZH0KL7M8Z.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/32MZ/H0KL7M8Z/F9I32MZH0KL7M8Z.SMALL.jpg TheREAL_Xman Fishhooks and fishing line are a common part of any survival kit. Having these allows you to catch fish and to have food for dinner. But what if you're stranded and you don't have any fishhooks? Well, I show here how you can make your own fishhook, all out of things you could find in a survival situ...
By: TheREAL_Xman

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 07:31:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Train-Horn-Bicycle/
Extremely Loud Train Horn Bicycle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM1/L921/H0FLJ31C/FM1L921H0FLJ31C.SMALL.jpg TheChadster   So you want to be loud? You want to make a statement? You want to scare the crap out people? A train horn will do the trick. Do you want to stand out in the process? Than a bike with a train horn attached will defiantly do the trick!  So you may be aski...
By: TheChadster

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Apr 2012 22:49:04 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Braided-climbing-rope/
Braided climbing rope - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/BCVB/H05NL1O0/FLGBCVBH05NL1O0.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/BCVB/H05NL1O0/FLGBCVBH05NL1O0.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLG/BCVB/H05NL1O0/FLGBCVBH05NL1O0.SMALL.jpg makendo Rope climbing is a great exercise and good fun, but you need a pretty thick rope to get sufficient grip and they aren't cheap - a thick manila climbing rope will set you back well over $100. This instructable will show you how to braid an old retired nylon climbing rope into a beautifully textured, ...
By: makendo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 27 Mar 2012 14:29:23 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Four-knots-to-make-paracord-into-a-useful-tool/
Four knots to make paracord into a useful tool. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4R/S0JC/G7CND33M/F4RS0JCG7CND33M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4R/S0JC/G7CND33M/F4RS0JCG7CND33M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4R/S0JC/G7CND33M/F4RS0JCG7CND33M.SMALL.jpg erik_mccray Paracord is an awesome multitool, used everywhere from the wild blue yonder to the deepest caverns. But like any good tool it is only as good as the knowledge the user has about the tool. With most people out there using  bungee cords & ratchet straps it seems that paracord is being used for nothing...
By: erik_mccray

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Mar 2010 23:04:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Convert-Your-Truck-into-a-Camper/
Convert Your Truck into a Camper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/L9Y5/GZKG2WI9/FVVL9Y5GZKG2WI9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/L9Y5/GZKG2WI9/FVVL9Y5GZKG2WI9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVV/L9Y5/GZKG2WI9/FVVL9Y5GZKG2WI9.SMALL.jpg nmartens If you have a truck with a topper, this instructable will show you how to design and build a sleeping platform for the bed of your truck.  The platform will allow you to store your camping supplies underneath your bed and eliminate the need to set up a tent.  Having a camper in the back of your truc...
By: nmartens

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 07:59:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Knorkoon-The-All-in-One-Travel-Utensil/
Knorkoon: The All-in-One Travel Utensil - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/4PFU/GHFK3T09/FDP4PFUGHFK3T09.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/4PFU/GHFK3T09/FDP4PFUGHFK3T09.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDP/4PFU/GHFK3T09/FDP4PFUGHFK3T09.SMALL.jpg frazeeg That's the "K-Nork-Oon" for those of you curious of its pronunciation. The idea for this began when I made a stop in a local outdoors store and saw the Light My Fire Spork.  Naturally, I didn't want to pay the price markup for something I thought I could make on my own with things I already ha...
By: frazeeg

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 8 Dec 2010 10:46:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Transforming-your-Riding-Lawn-Mower-into-the-Ultim/
Transforming your Riding Lawn Mower into the Ultimate Snow Mover. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/NDBJ/GZI8K8OY/FZVNDBJGZI8K8OY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/NDBJ/GZI8K8OY/FZVNDBJGZI8K8OY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZV/NDBJ/GZI8K8OY/FZVNDBJGZI8K8OY.SMALL.jpg kdgraham In 4 easy steps and 45 minutes, this instructable will show a non expert the ways to transform his/her riding lawn mower into the best snow removing machine.  This will save money as one can clear his/her own driveway and not have to pay anyone to do it for them!  TIP:  This will display a John Dee...
By: kdgraham

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 19 Mar 2012 11:28:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-prescription-swimming-goggles/
Make your own prescription swimming goggles - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/36NF/GZPBM7AQ/FWZ36NFGZPBM7AQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/36NF/GZPBM7AQ/FWZ36NFGZPBM7AQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWZ/36NF/GZPBM7AQ/FWZ36NFGZPBM7AQ.SMALL.jpg projectsugru "Since I have quite a strong prescription, I'm more or less blind when I swim. I don't want to buy prescription goggles as they're so expensive, but I had several old, ordinary glasses as well as regular swimming goggles. So, I sugru'ed them together! The end result works really well !" This super ...
By: projectsugru

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Mar 2012 08:36:33 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/EMERGENCY-WATER-SUPPLY-more-of-a-long-term-fix-th/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/2FBP/GZXW8GA2/FBL2FBPGZXW8GA2.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/2FBP/GZXW8GA2/FBL2FBPGZXW8GA2.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/2FBP/GZXW8GA2/FBL2FBPGZXW8GA2.SMALL.jpg aworkofbart This is my long-term solution to an emergency supply of water.  I have hooked up these "water cubes" to my gutters so I can catch a lot of rainwater.  There are a lot of products out there for rain barrel connecting, diverting, filtering, etc., but I did most of mine with stuff I salvaged for pretty...
By: aworkofbart

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 18 Mar 2012 20:32:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Bike-Fenders/
DIY Bike Fenders - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/QXQ1/GZQR19IK/F9BQXQ1GZQR19IK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/QXQ1/GZQR19IK/F9BQXQ1GZQR19IK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9B/QXQ1/GZQR19IK/F9BQXQ1GZQR19IK.SMALL.jpg eggplanthunter For the most part, I enjoy fiddling with bikes more than riding them.  I'm really a big baby and I hate riding up hills.  That being said, a bike is a great thing to have when you need to get across campus.  I recently bought a 20" folding bike and it's a great little bike, but it didn't come with f...
By: eggplanthunter

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:21:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Safely-Catch-a-Snake/
How to Safely Catch a Snake - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/WW4U/GZLW4BLR/FC9WW4UGZLW4BLR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/WW4U/GZLW4BLR/FC9WW4UGZLW4BLR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC9/WW4U/GZLW4BLR/FC9WW4UGZLW4BLR.SMALL.jpg ShutterEye If you're looking for some cowboy celebrity stunt of grabbing snakes out of trees and so on, you're in the wrong place. This guide works well in conjunction with the two other snake-related Instructables: Snake (or Hook) Stick - which can be viewed here. Snake Tube - which can be viewed here.  The...
By: ShutterEye

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 11 Mar 2012 09:18:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Mini-Straw-Fire-Starters-easy/
How to Make Mini Straw Fire Starters (easy) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/UIZB/GZ0BWAU8/F7LUIZBGZ0BWAU8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/UIZB/GZ0BWAU8/F7LUIZBGZ0BWAU8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7L/UIZB/GZ0BWAU8/F7LUIZBGZ0BWAU8.SMALL.jpg MicahelRoss Awesome little WATERPROOF fire starter ready to Go! Can be used for camping or survival kit (made a survival kit with straw fire starters in it check it out) What you will need -Straw(s) -pliers -Pointy stick has to fit inside straw -Cotton rounds -lighter or match Step 1 Cut the straw with s...
By: MicahelRoss

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 27 Feb 2012 18:58:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fastest-Sled-On-a-Hill/
Fastest Sled On a Hill - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/KFQE/GZHK83RI/FRCKFQEGZHK83RI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/KFQE/GZHK83RI/FRCKFQEGZHK83RI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRC/KFQE/GZHK83RI/FRCKFQEGZHK83RI.SMALL.jpg BrutalEfficiency Fast. Strong. Beautiful. Unique. Did I say Fast? Extremely Fast! How do you steer? By weight shifting.  How do you brake? You don't. Brakes were invented by cowards. This Extreme project is Extremely suited for the Extreme contest because your whole life would go Extremely fast before your eyes ev...
By: BrutalEfficiency

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