http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 18:17:48 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Using-Beeswax-To-Lubricate-Zipper/
Using Beeswax To Lubricate Zipper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/MQ62/HGU27X06/FHRMQ62HGU27X06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/MQ62/HGU27X06/FHRMQ62HGU27X06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHR/MQ62/HGU27X06/FHRMQ62HGU27X06.SMALL.jpg jkdabrown In this instructable I'm going to show you how to use a block of beeswax to lubricrate a zipper such as on a wetsuit or dry suit. Open The Zipper Use the Beeswax Rub the block along the top of the zip teeth. Use The Zipper Work the beeswax into the zipper by zipping it open and shut a few...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 18 May 2013 03:03:48 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Repair-a-Rusty-Wheelbarrow/
How to Repair a Rusty Wheelbarrow - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/DCCL/HFPTIMFV/FGKDCCLHFPTIMFV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/DCCL/HFPTIMFV/FGKDCCLHFPTIMFV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/DCCL/HFPTIMFV/FGKDCCLHFPTIMFV.SMALL.jpg AngelLifeLearning My school garden class had a rusty wheelbarrow out in the backyard that needed to either be thrown away or be repaired. The rust was so bad that stuff would fall through. It was both inconvenient and dangerous to use. We came up with an idea to fix it without having to go out to the store and purcha...
By: AngelLifeLearning

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 14:26:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-crimp-a-connector-when-connecting-your-cabl/
How to crimp a connector when connecting your cables - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/31Z0/HGIEVO9D/FNC31Z0HGIEVO9D.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/31Z0/HGIEVO9D/FNC31Z0HGIEVO9D.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNC/31Z0/HGIEVO9D/FNC31Z0HGIEVO9D.SMALL.jpg Nut Job Depending on your level of DIY, you may at some point need to connect some electrical wires inside or outside the house. Anywhere, where a connection of two cables is needed, a crimp connector will be needed.  There are a variety of crimp connectors available both insulated and un-insulated.  This s...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 02:32:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-repair-your-bumper-after-youve-been-rear-e/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/HDU4/HGH71YBP/FQQHDU4HGH71YBP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/HDU4/HGH71YBP/FQQHDU4HGH71YBP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQQ/HDU4/HGH71YBP/FQQHDU4HGH71YBP.SMALL.jpg pikemartini I was rear ended by a large SUV in my Prius and wanted to fix the bumper damage myself. All I needed was a metal pipe from techshop and about an ounce of car wax and a cloth. With gentle pressure I used the metal pipe from techshop to go in from the back of the bumper and push the dent out. Once the...
By: pikemartini

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 13 May 2013 11:15:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Replace-Small-Engine-Starter-Rope-Pull-Str/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/5DZM/HGH70E04/FXV5DZMHGH70E04.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/5DZM/HGH70E04/FXV5DZMHGH70E04.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXV/5DZM/HGH70E04/FXV5DZMHGH70E04.SMALL.jpg divedaddy03 In this video I show you how to Save Money and Replace your Small Engine Pull/Starter Rope yourself in less than 20 minutes. Here is the replacement part that I used - http://amzn.to/16jO4y1 As many of you know, my channel focus is on DIY and becoming more Self Sustaining while giving back to the ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 9 May 2013 08:18:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Change-the-Flint-in-Your-Old-Boy-Pipe-Light/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/GAUP/HFSH5AI3/FM2GAUPHFSH5AI3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/GAUP/HFSH5AI3/FM2GAUPHFSH5AI3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM2/GAUP/HFSH5AI3/FM2GAUPHFSH5AI3.SMALL.gif pipelighters This video give you step-by-step instructions on how to change the flint in your Old Boy Pipe Lighter.  Whether you have the original IM Corona Old Boy Lighter, or, have one of its many copies (i.e. Xikar, Vertigo, Vector, Jifeng, Yibao, and many others) this instructional YouTube shows you everythi...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 May 2013 05:02:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Fix-a-Broken-Ethernet-Connector/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5D/8KZ4/HFSHUALT/F5D8KZ4HFSHUALT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5D/8KZ4/HFSHUALT/F5D8KZ4HFSHUALT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5D/8KZ4/HFSHUALT/F5D8KZ4HFSHUALT.SMALL.jpg macobt often we are going to break the internet connector, the easiest way to fix is to stick a small piece of plastic with super glue, allow to dry and after a few a minute to re-use the connector. Subscribe to me:http://www.youtube.com/subscription_center?add_user=macobt My blog:http://macoprojects.blo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 3 May 2013 08:54:55 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Fix-a-Leaky-Dishwasher/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/RRXY/HFPTIDWY/FEJRRXYHFPTIDWY.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/RRXY/HFPTIDWY/FEJRRXYHFPTIDWY.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEJ/RRXY/HFPTIDWY/FEJRRXYHFPTIDWY.SMALL.jpg HowToLou My dishwasher had a hole in the bottom of the plastic liner. Here is how I fixed it.
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 1 May 2013 14:49:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoration-of-an-old-SKAFIDI-or-SKAFI/
Restoration of an old Wooden mixing bowl. SKAFIDI or SKAFI - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/HPX5/HFPTER7I/FQYHPX5HFPTER7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/HPX5/HFPTER7I/FQYHPX5HFPTER7I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQY/HPX5/HFPTER7I/FQYHPX5HFPTER7I.SMALL.jpg D0itYourself Well i'm pretty sure most of you have never seen one nor you have any kind of clue what SKAFI it is. It is a component which in earlier years they were using it for mixing flour+water and make traditional baking bread. If any of you have ever seen one but not in CYPRUS or GREECE let me know the co...
By: D0itYourself

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Apr 2013 13:21:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Stove-Top-Repairs/
Stove Top Repairs - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/7TU2/HFSHUOBV/FGT7TU2HFSHUOBV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/7TU2/HFSHUOBV/FGT7TU2HFSHUOBV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGT/7TU2/HFSHUOBV/FGT7TU2HFSHUOBV.SMALL.jpg Josehf Murchison Wouldn’t you know it I just fixed the oven and a stove top element blows. Luckily I salvage the elements and other parts from stoves put out for garbage so I have a ton of parts to make this repair. Stove tops are the easiest part of a stove to disassemble, you don’t even need tools to remove the el...
By: Josehf Murchison

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Apr 2013 14:42:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/HOW-TO-FIX-Traxxas-E-revorevo-DRIVE-SHAFTS-using-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/0SUC/HFPTHN1X/FC40SUCHFPTHN1X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/0SUC/HFPTHN1X/FC40SUCHFPTHN1X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC4/0SUC/HFPTHN1X/FC40SUCHFPTHN1X.SMALL.jpg SubjectAwesome Here is a helpful video I made on how to replace a blacken drive shaft with out having to spend a cent.
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Apr 2013 19:26:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-Heat/
Fix Heat - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/GIIR/HFSHSYEM/F12GIIRHFSHSYEM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/GIIR/HFSHSYEM/F12GIIRHFSHSYEM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F12/GIIR/HFSHSYEM/F12GIIRHFSHSYEM.SMALL.jpg mjhugo You will need an Allen wrench and a needle nose pliers for this task. If the heat in the building is on (eg the radiators in the hallway are warm) but the heat in the unit does not seem to be working (even with the control turned all the way up to 5), the pin that controls the flow of water into the...
By: mjhugo

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Apr 2013 15:10:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-remove-the-wheels-from-a-wheelie-bin/
How to remove the wheels from a wheelie bin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4D/45ZU/HFPTI2OF/F4D45ZUHFPTI2OF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4D/45ZU/HFPTI2OF/F4D45ZUHFPTI2OF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4D/45ZU/HFPTI2OF/F4D45ZUHFPTI2OF.SMALL.jpg waynevanwijk Once upon a time I had to transport a few large wheelie bins in my little hatch back. Rather than do a few trips I decided to stack them inside of each other. To do this I had to remove the wheels. This was a few years ago so there may be gaps in my knowledge. I took the photos then and promised to...
By: waynevanwijk

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Apr 2013 17:52:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mess-Around-Soldering-Tin/
Mess Around Soldering Tin - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/9BC4/HFSHE8S1/F8S9BC4HFSHE8S1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/9BC4/HFSHE8S1/F8S9BC4HFSHE8S1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8S/9BC4/HFSHE8S1/F8S9BC4HFSHE8S1.SMALL.jpg cAksono ever found your soldering tin stock mess around in your tools box?its very annoying, rite?so then i found a way to make this thing stop making trouble :Dive must making a dispenser for it There You Go look around and i found something to make it.1. spray can cap2. empty soldering oil canthey shou...
By: cAksono

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 22 Apr 2013 17:51:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Removing-Rust-or-How-to-Fix-a-Red-Brick/
Removing Rust or How to Fix a Red Brick - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/TGIJ/HFD1KNWU/F5RTGIJHFD1KNWU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/TGIJ/HFD1KNWU/F5RTGIJHFD1KNWU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5R/TGIJ/HFD1KNWU/F5RTGIJHFD1KNWU.SMALL.jpg Roninofthewest I have tried everything when it comes to rust removal. Chemicals make your shop smell funny, and can destroy a concrete floor. Sand blasting turns your workspace into a beach, and is way to harsh on metal for what I do. Today I will show you how to use a very simple houshold item to bring your "red ...
By: Roninofthewest

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 13:01:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Got-to-mow-the-lawn-TODAY/
Got to mow the lawn TODAY!!!!! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/ULBY/HFD11C06/FOBULBYHFD11C06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/ULBY/HFD11C06/FOBULBYHFD11C06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOB/ULBY/HFD11C06/FOBULBYHFD11C06.SMALL.jpg bestfeeling Half way through mowing the lawn BOTH front wheels gave way due to rust! What will I do for a quick fix? #1 Find parts! I found a swivel caster and my trusty bucket 'o' random stuff! And a few pieces of scrap wood. DISCONNECT WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG!!!!!!! Predrill all bolt holes, I found carri...
By: bestfeeling

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 14 Apr 2013 18:18:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Universal-Guide-To-Fixing-Things/
A Universal Guide To Fixing Things. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/DCBV/HFD1F66E/FF2DCBVHFD1F66E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/DCBV/HFD1F66E/FF2DCBVHFD1F66E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FF2/DCBV/HFD1F66E/FF2DCBVHFD1F66E.SMALL.jpg Zieller Whether your brand new bb gun won't work or your smoke alarm wont shut up, you can fix (mostly) anything. Find The Problem Try to find if something is lodged in where it shouldn't be or if something wont move and it should ( WD40 ) or if something is moving and it should ( Duct Tape. ) If the pro...
By: Zieller

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Apr 2013 20:26:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Renewing-an-old-typewriter-platen/
Renewing an old typewriter platen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/3U8I/HFD1JGN5/F773U8IHFD1JGN5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/3U8I/HFD1JGN5/F773U8IHFD1JGN5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/3U8I/HFD1JGN5/F773U8IHFD1JGN5.SMALL.jpg knife141 I enjoy rebuilding old typewriters.  I like the challenge of taking something that is 50-100 years old and giving it new life.  One of the challenges in rebuilding an old typewriter is that you can't just log onto the internet and order new parts, since the typewriter industry pretty much died when ...
By: knife141

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 14:17:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Fill-a-Hole-in-Wood/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/0KVJ/HFD1CYHE/FKO0KVJHFD1CYHE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/0KVJ/HFD1CYHE/FKO0KVJHFD1CYHE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKO/0KVJ/HFD1CYHE/FKO0KVJHFD1CYHE.SMALL.jpg rhodylife Have a hole in a piece of wood or in a door that needs filling? Here's the easiest way to fix it! I am using my front door as an example for this project.  I replaced all of the hardware and the locks when we moved in.  They were originally brass, but not liking the look, I went with a brushed nick...
By: rhodylife

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 11 Apr 2013 06:00:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/how-to-repair-a-leaking-gutter-union-joint/
how to repair a leaking gutter union joint (and poly tunnel) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/GFWV/HF243TO1/F6ZGFWVHF243TO1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/GFWV/HF243TO1/F6ZGFWVHF243TO1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6Z/GFWV/HF243TO1/F6ZGFWVHF243TO1.SMALL.jpg robz40 here's an effective way to carry out gutter union joint repairs  you'll need roof repair compound and weed control fabric. do not use bitumen, it is cheaper but it is not the best product as it is not sticky enough. a ladder stand off is needed cut the fabric to fit the gutter joint ...
By: robz40

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 7 Apr 2013 02:24:18 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-change-a-sprocket-on-a-Yamaha-Raptor-700/
How to change a sprocket on a Yamaha Raptor 700 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/EAS9/HEXSN0AP/FRHEAS9HEXSN0AP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/EAS9/HEXSN0AP/FRHEAS9HEXSN0AP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRH/EAS9/HEXSN0AP/FRHEAS9HEXSN0AP.SMALL.jpg j_wilstead This is a instructable on how to change the front sprocket on a Yamaha Raptor 700. The tools you will need are: -hammer -flathead screwdriver -5mm allen -36mm socket -ratchet or impact gun to fit socket The first step is to take off the sprocket cover. It is held on by 2-5mm allen screws. Af...
By: j_wilstead

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 2 Apr 2013 20:41:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rescue-for-a-broken-blade/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/NB5N/HEXSG2R6/FCXNB5NHEXSG2R6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/NB5N/HEXSG2R6/FCXNB5NHEXSG2R6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCX/NB5N/HEXSG2R6/FCXNB5NHEXSG2R6.SMALL.jpg naplatki Will present in a simple way what to do to be able to continue to use the old blade. The simple way to save on buying a new blade.
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 31 Mar 2013 16:12:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fixing-my-Broken-Hammer/
Fixing my Broken Hammer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/MQFF/HET0T995/FEQMQFFHET0T995.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/MQFF/HET0T995/FEQMQFFHET0T995.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEQ/MQFF/HET0T995/FEQMQFFHET0T995.SMALL.jpg Lucky7x7 Found this hammer a few months back in a property clean out  and have become quite fond of it since that time. So the other day when i snapped the head off by over zealously pounding some metal flat i was not happy. I like the hammer but it was found so i wasn't about to spend money to fix it. I Loo...
By: Lucky7x7

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Mar 2013 20:46:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-fix-a-chip-or-small-hole-in-the-wall-with-p/
How to fix a chip or small hole in the wall with paper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/L01I/HET1AOA8/F14L01IHET1AOA8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/L01I/HET1AOA8/F14L01IHET1AOA8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F14/L01I/HET1AOA8/F14L01IHET1AOA8.SMALL.jpg dead hawk If you have a small hole or chip in your wall or you have a hole or chip in your wall and you are scared your mother will yell at you, there is an easier and effective way to fix it besides using toothpaste, and this instructable can help you. Supplies You will need, A piece of blank computer pap...
By: dead hawk

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Mar 2013 13:36:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-broken-hinge-on-a-notebook/
Repair broken hinge on a notebook. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX1/N6GM/HEQER0A2/FX1N6GMHEQER0A2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX1/N6GM/HEQER0A2/FX1N6GMHEQER0A2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FX1/N6GM/HEQER0A2/FX1N6GMHEQER0A2.SMALL.jpg naplatki I will present how I fixed the broken hinge on a laptop. Looks like it might not too elegant, but you can still use the laptop. This is not difficult, and can do this. The laptop is damaged hinge snatching metal bushing. For the sleeve was screwed hinge. Here is a picture showing the broken hing...
By: naplatki

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 26 Mar 2013 14:46:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/One-Washing-Machine-Selector-Knob-to-end-all-Washi/
One Washing Machine Selector Knob to rule them all... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/FDGQ/HEI4M03S/F2NFDGQHEI4M03S.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/FDGQ/HEI4M03S/F2NFDGQHEI4M03S.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2N/FDGQ/HEI4M03S/F2NFDGQHEI4M03S.SMALL.jpg andrewt Even as a kid, I thought that the knob on our washing machine was janky, and I knew that whoever made it tried to use the least possible material.  I distinctly remember that it even needed a little metal band around the column to keep it from breaking.  Turns out, the little metal band only holds o...
By: andrewt

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Mar 2013 15:21:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-Fuses-Power-Inverter/
Replacing Fuses - Power Inverter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0U/37LZ/HELXKTB0/F0U37LZHELXKTB0.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0U/37LZ/HELXKTB0/F0U37LZHELXKTB0.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0U/37LZ/HELXKTB0/F0U37LZHELXKTB0.SMALL.jpg Lucky7x7 This Instructable will show you how to replace the fuses on a Black and Decker 800 watt power inverter. The specs say it will power up to 6.96 AMPS. 120V/ 60HZ. It is suppose to have a fault indicator,(little red light) when limits are exceeded but alas it just died when overloaded. 6.96 does not me...
By: Lucky7x7

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Mar 2013 20:07:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cordless-Drill-Repair-Add-a-Cord/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/PXDF/HEI4LYVC/FB5PXDFHEI4LYVC.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/PXDF/HEI4LYVC/FB5PXDFHEI4LYVC.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB5/PXDF/HEI4LYVC/FB5PXDFHEI4LYVC.SMALL.jpg russ_hensel So you are tired of dead batteries on your drill and do not want to mess around with replacing or fixing the battery.  Make the cordless sucker a corded drill.  Lots of people seem to think this is a good idea, so here is a guide to this technique.  If you have an instructable on this topic and I ha...
By: russ_hensel

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:22:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cordless-Drill-Battery-Maintenance/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/2RT3/HEI4LYVE/FML2RT3HEI4LYVE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/2RT3/HEI4LYVE/FML2RT3HEI4LYVE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FML/2RT3/HEI4LYVE/FML2RT3HEI4LYVE.SMALL.jpg russ_hensel There seems to be quite a bit of interest in fixing cordless drills.  Even I have done one instructable on the topic ( which I will put first here! otherwise no particular order ).  Most of the fixes involve the battery: some replace it, some soup it up.  This guide will help you find many of the in...
By: russ_hensel

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Mar 2013 16:21:26 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mac-Book-Pro-MagSafe-Cable-Repair/
Mac Book Pro MagSafe Cable Repair - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/YMWQ/HDYZJ0ZX/FJ0YMWQHDYZJ0ZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/YMWQ/HDYZJ0ZX/FJ0YMWQHDYZJ0ZX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ0/YMWQ/HDYZJ0ZX/FJ0YMWQHDYZJ0ZX.SMALL.jpg ProfMuggs A friend of mine had a power adapter for her laptop that was slowly failing. Eventually, it wouldn't power her laptop anymore so I agreed to take a look at it. Apple created the MagSafe connector to prevent people from knocking their laptops on the floor if they accidentally tripped over the cord. ...
By: ProfMuggs

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 18 Mar 2013 21:22:00 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Rebuild-an-18v-drill-pack-for-15-bucks/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/V2AM/HE7D30XD/FZYV2AMHE7D30XD.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/V2AM/HE7D30XD/FZYV2AMHE7D30XD.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZY/V2AM/HE7D30XD/FZYV2AMHE7D30XD.SMALL.jpg carpespasm Up until about a year ago I worked at a battery store, often rebuilding drill packs and Roomba batteries and the like, so when a battery at my local hackerspace (JaxHax) went kaput I decided that I could rebuild it far cheaper than buying a new one. You can use this same basic method to rebuild all ...
By: carpespasm

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Mar 2013 19:57:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-a-Snag-in-a-Rug/
Fix a Snag in a Rug - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/LAJP/HE7D9MDH/FRMLAJPHE7D9MDH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/LAJP/HE7D9MDH/FRMLAJPHE7D9MDH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRM/LAJP/HE7D9MDH/FRMLAJPHE7D9MDH.SMALL.jpg Johnt007871 Hello everyone, This is a fix I made on a "medium grade" rug, made with rows of stitching. Nicer plush rugs may not work for this. It also helps if the rug is a little multicolored to help hide your repairs. I'll go over a small and large snag, with photos. I already just about finished the large...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Mar 2013 16:07:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-tune-up-your-lawnmower/
How to tune up your lawnmower. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/4CMU/HDYZDTWH/F4F4CMUHDYZDTWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/4CMU/HDYZDTWH/F4F4CMUHDYZDTWH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4F/4CMU/HDYZDTWH/F4F4CMUHDYZDTWH.SMALL.jpg Jetman50 Good day all,   Aside from being an A+ Certified Computer Technician I am also a small engine mechanic. I run my own shop, called The Lawnmower Place, I have been tuning and repairing small engines for over 35 years. In the following instructable I will be showing you how to make your lawnmower mo...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Mar 2013 08:51:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Drill-Resurrection-with-New-Batteries-for-Cheap/
Drill Resurrection with New Batteries for Cheap - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/1UX0/HDHW52P9/FDJ1UX0HDHW52P9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/1UX0/HDHW52P9/FDJ1UX0HDHW52P9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDJ/1UX0/HDHW52P9/FDJ1UX0HDHW52P9.SMALL.jpg russ_hensel There have been some instructables published on how to rebuild your portable drill batteries with the goal of resurrecting an old drill, and perhaps doing it for less than an standard replacement battery.  Usually this involves buying cells and wiring them into the old case.  I have done this, but w...
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Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:46:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/So-You-Want-To-Repair-A-PTO-Clutch-On-A-John-Deere/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/1JGB/HDOW6924/F6I1JGBHDOW6924.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/1JGB/HDOW6924/F6I1JGBHDOW6924.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6I/1JGB/HDOW6924/F6I1JGBHDOW6924.SMALL.jpg tractorwiz Need to repair a PTO clutch on your favorite antique tractor?  This instructable is meant for you! Before we start any repairs, make sure the tools you'll need are handy. Dust off the owner's manual, too. You can never get enough help. We will go through repairs on a John Deere 630 tractor, but...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 27 Feb 2013 18:36:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/dyson-roller-bypass-hairproof/
dyson, roller bypass. hairproof! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/Z4HG/HD4VNDQX/FJIZ4HGHD4VNDQX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/Z4HG/HD4VNDQX/FJIZ4HGHD4VNDQX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJI/Z4HG/HD4VNDQX/FJIZ4HGHD4VNDQX.SMALL.jpg crazyg stop your bagless cyclone ball design hoover from smelling like burnt hair and molten plastic. materials flat material,(i used aluminium but a plastic rule will work.) an old windscreen wiper (or  something squeegee style) hot glue car body filler tools something to cut your flat material t8 driver(...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 14:03:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Reamove-iPhone-4-back-glas/
How To Reamove iPhone 4 back glas - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/FJ8Z/HDHXNRBT/FUVFJ8ZHDHXNRBT.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/FJ8Z/HDHXNRBT/FUVFJ8ZHDHXNRBT.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/FJ8Z/HDHXNRBT/FUVFJ8ZHDHXNRBT.SMALL.jpg Ibenos The screwdriver You will nead a screwdriver to take out the 2 bottom screws. The screws It's 2 screws on the bottom that you are going to screw out whit your screwdriver Remove It! After you have removed the screws you push the back glas up and u can take it of Put The New Iphone Glas ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 07:58:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Hardening-a-Door-Frame/
Hardening a Door Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/VI26/HD7U0PE5/FHWVI26HD7U0PE5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/VI26/HD7U0PE5/FHWVI26HD7U0PE5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHW/VI26/HD7U0PE5/FHWVI26HD7U0PE5.SMALL.jpg jwilliamsen About a month ago, I was talking with a friend of mine who's a police officer.  We were talking about a number of things in regards to home security, and he mentioned that in most burglaries, the thief just kicks in the door - no problem - because door frames tend to be pretty wimpy.  He also mentio...
By: jwilliamsen

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 23 Feb 2013 19:09:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Custom-Stock-for-the-Springfield-M1A/
A Custom Stock for the Springfield M1A - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/UG6D/HA4M8ME8/FOHUG6DHA4M8ME8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/UG6D/HA4M8ME8/FOHUG6DHA4M8ME8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOH/UG6D/HA4M8ME8/FOHUG6DHA4M8ME8.SMALL.jpg jwilliamsen I'm a big fan of the M1A rifle in all it's configurations - it's accurate, fun to shoot, and reliable as an anvil (and almost as heavy - lol) - but even it can be improved.  I also like pistol-grip stocks - mostly because I find them more comfortable for the target shooting I typically do.  The issu...
By: jwilliamsen

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:09:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Reinforced-Attachment-Ring/
Reinforced Attachment Ring - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/BNOP/HCV8NK74/F5MBNOPHCV8NK74.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/BNOP/HCV8NK74/F5MBNOPHCV8NK74.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5M/BNOP/HCV8NK74/F5MBNOPHCV8NK74.SMALL.jpg number8wire I bought a filtered water bottle for hiking (called tramping here in New Zealand).  It's a really good bottle with a really crappy plastic attachment ring.  It was obvious it wouldn't last long.  To protect it and make it last I used fuse wire as "armour" against wear and tear. Does it work?  Well I...
By: number8wire

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 8 Feb 2013 17:19:13 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Barefoot-Sandals-My-first-working-pair/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/MWEJ/HCJOGY2O/F6KMWEJHCJOGY2O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/MWEJ/HCJOGY2O/F6KMWEJHCJOGY2O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6K/MWEJ/HCJOGY2O/F6KMWEJHCJOGY2O.SMALL.jpg santosh_kumark Hi Everyone at instructables,  This is my first attempt at making barefoot sandals. Materials Used :  1. Normal flip flop available at any shoe store. 2. Elastic cord in nylon. The cords are in two variants, one is a normal elastic cord for the yellow model and the other is a 1/2 inch    width el...
By: santosh_kumark

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 6 Feb 2013 00:40:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-a-broken-headphone-jack-from-an-iPhone/
Remove a broken headphone jack from an iPhone - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUS/N2PW/HCJOSCOL/FUSN2PWHCJOSCOL.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUS/N2PW/HCJOSCOL/FUSN2PWHCJOSCOL.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUS/N2PW/HCJOSCOL/FUSN2PWHCJOSCOL.SMALL.jpg Honus I've done this repair for lots of people so I figured I'd show how I do it. Sometimes the headphone jack breaks off and there is a long peg left you can grab with very small needle nose pliers. Most of the time the jack breaks off way down in the jack socket so there's nothing left to grab, even if ...
By: Honus

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 5 Feb 2013 22:59:28 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Repair-Failing-Headphones-One-or-Both-Chan/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/P86G/HCJOELOU/F64P86GHCJOELOU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/P86G/HCJOELOU/F64P86GHCJOELOU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F64/P86G/HCJOELOU/F64P86GHCJOELOU.SMALL.jpg FossilFolk If you have a pair of headphones that you really like or want to keep, but one or both of the channels is failing, this video will show you a great way to repair them. Let me know how your fix turned out! Thanks for watching! Subscribe for more electronics videos! http://youtube.com/subscription_ce...
By: FossilFolk

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Feb 2013 09:38:41 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fix-broken-clear-fridge-shelf-quickly-easily-a/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/OUDM/HCJOG0R8/FZDOUDMHCJOG0R8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/OUDM/HCJOG0R8/FZDOUDMHCJOG0R8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZD/OUDM/HCJOG0R8/FZDOUDMHCJOG0R8.SMALL.jpg SabineT Have I ever mentioned how much I dislike those ginormous, almost walk-in fridges where carrot remnants desperately send out emergency shoots, half-empty yoghurt pots grow blue beanies against the cold, and dried-out sauce bottles linger that haven't been seen since last century? Once our current mon...
By: SabineT

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:25:16 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Salvaging-Broken-Safety-Glasses/
Salvaging Broken Safety Glasses - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/GVGF/HCJNWAYV/FP0GVGFHCJNWAYV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/GVGF/HCJNWAYV/FP0GVGFHCJNWAYV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP0/GVGF/HCJNWAYV/FP0GVGFHCJNWAYV.SMALL.jpg Kurt E. Clothier A while ago, I got a set of three foam padded glasses on ebay for a great price. I use the yellow tinted ones while hiking, the standard black tinted ones while bike riding, and these clear ones worked great as safety glasses when I was machining something. The foam around the lens helps to keep out...
By: Kurt E. Clothier

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 30 Jan 2013 23:01:15 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Scripto-Aimn-Flame-Lighter-Trigger-wheel-lock-r/
Scripto Aim'n Flame Lighter - Trigger wheel lock removal - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/3BB1/HCB8TFFX/FA93BB1HCB8TFFX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/3BB1/HCB8TFFX/FA93BB1HCB8TFFX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FA9/3BB1/HCB8TFFX/FA93BB1HCB8TFFX.SMALL.jpg whoofoto The goal of this was to remove the "wheel" which locks the trigger. After I bought this, I found unlocking this trigger took some practice and I didn't like the way it made using the lighter so difficult. Of course your situation may be different. We have no children on the premises so I didn't mind...
By: whoofoto

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 28 Jan 2013 12:23:40 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-turn-an-air-conditioner-into-a-heat-pump-o/
How to turn an air-conditioner into a heat pump (on a 1969 Airstream Trailer) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/02RH/HCB8KO3R/FBH02RHHCB8KO3R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/02RH/HCB8KO3R/FBH02RHHCB8KO3R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBH/02RH/HCB8KO3R/FBH02RHHCB8KO3R.SMALL.gif jmpratt I have a 1969 Airstream Ambassador travel trailer with the original air-conditioner.  I like to upgrade things while keeping them as original as possible.  I decided to rebuild the air-conditioner (new compressor, new fan motor), but while I was at it, I figured I would turn it into a heat pump as w...
By: jmpratt

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 26 Jan 2013 21:56:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Fiberglass/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/ER7C/HCB8SN2G/FNKER7CHCB8SN2G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/ER7C/HCB8SN2G/FNKER7CHCB8SN2G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FNK/ER7C/HCB8SN2G/FNKER7CHCB8SN2G.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura Fiberglass has a robust material for propmaking, aquatic sports, boating, surfing, artmaking......really everything! It is a powerful material in any maker's arsenal. Here are some projects to get you inspired about working with fiberglass, and learning some good techniques. Do you have an excellen...
By: audreyobscura

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 24 Jan 2013 15:57:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Tube-Radio-Restoration/
Tube Radio Restoration - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/7CHD/HCB8SHQN/FPG7CHDHCB8SHQN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/7CHD/HCB8SHQN/FPG7CHDHCB8SHQN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/7CHD/HCB8SHQN/FPG7CHDHCB8SHQN.SMALL.jpg Sparker94 This instructable is for a 1948 philco 48-200i case restore.The "i" in 200i stands for Ivory. This is a fairly common radio but it immediately interested me when I first saw it. Only it wasn't in the best condition cosmetically but it reminded me of a old truck in some ways. And I like old trucks. T...
By: Sparker94

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 23 Jan 2013 21:59:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Repairing-Fiberglass/
Repairing Fiberglass - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/I4Q4/HC9MJAEF/F3HI4Q4HC9MJAEF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/I4Q4/HC9MJAEF/F3HI4Q4HC9MJAEF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3H/I4Q4/HC9MJAEF/F3HI4Q4HC9MJAEF.SMALL.jpg audreyobscura This Instructable comes from a recent project I have been working on that involves fixing up an old fiberglass travel trailer. In the remodeling of this trailer, I was left with many small holes from antiquated peripherals on the sides of the trailer (like a phone jack). There was also a six inch cr...
By: audreyobscura

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