http://www.instructables.com Sun, 27 May 2012 23:02:45 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Sandpaper-sheet-cutter/
Sandpaper sheet cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/TTMO/H1YOIWBJ/FSOTTMOH1YOIWBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/TTMO/H1YOIWBJ/FSOTTMOH1YOIWBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSO/TTMO/H1YOIWBJ/FSOTTMOH1YOIWBJ.SMALL.jpg lime3D I made it at TechShop http://www.techshop.ws If you have a 1/3 sheet or 1/4 sheet finish sander, then you know that pre-cut sheets of sandpaper can be purchased, but how many times have you cut your own from a full sheet? You probably cut it crooked with a utility knife, dulled your scissors, or to...
By: lime3D

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 20 May 2012 17:58:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Tiny-Screwdriver/
Tiny Screwdriver - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/46Y5/H1YOI5JV/FEU46Y5H1YOI5JV.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/46Y5/H1YOI5JV/FEU46Y5H1YOI5JV.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEU/46Y5/H1YOI5JV/FEU46Y5H1YOI5JV.SMALL.jpg ThatKnottyguy Ever needed a mini screwdriver? No? Me either! But It was fun to make! If you are intrigued, read on! Materials What you will need Wooden dowel- your choice of size Sandpaper 18 Gauge wire Hammer Anvil -or- as I use, a mallet Drill with small bit Hot Glue gun Saw ...
By: ThatKnottyguy

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 09:54:19 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Inverted-Jigsaw-table/
Table Mounted Jig Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/516F/H1JUJTYS/F1S516FH1JUJTYS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/516F/H1JUJTYS/F1S516FH1JUJTYS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1S/516F/H1JUJTYS/F1S516FH1JUJTYS.SMALL.jpg Lignumvital I am an artist by trade so I do not have a lot of money to build tools for my studio. With my work it is also a goal to share my knowledge with the world. There are a lot of people out in the world who are in the same boat. Your not alone, and I hope this helps someone out in the world at large. Wh...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 7 May 2012 08:52:08 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Improved-Table-Saw-OFF-Switch/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/52TE/H1EMHWE5/FGG52TEH1EMHWE5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/52TE/H1EMHWE5/FGG52TEH1EMHWE5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGG/52TE/H1EMHWE5/FGG52TEH1EMHWE5.SMALL.jpg domino88 This is a very self explanatory one-step instructable.  I made this large OFF switch for my Makita MLT100 table saw which has a plastic body.  Hence it was easy to screw the hinge to it after pre-drilling some pilot holes. Now I can turn off the saw with my knew without having to look or feel for t...
By: domino88

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 May 2012 21:30:31 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Brew-Kettle-Keg-Keggle/
Brew Kettle Keg (Keggle) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/5T50/H1LWPV69/FO75T50H1LWPV69.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/5T50/H1LWPV69/FO75T50H1LWPV69.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO7/5T50/H1LWPV69/FO75T50H1LWPV69.SMALL.jpg Ian.TSSJ If you want to start home brewing, or step up from that 20 quart pot you have been using, this is the Instructable for you.  A keggle is great vessel for heating your brew and can be obtained for a relatively low price.  The 15 gallon capacity of most kegs makes it possible to boil whole five gallon...
By: Ian.TSSJ

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 May 2012 15:30:21 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Evolution-of-a-ring-bender-ring-roller-machine/
Evolution of a ring bender / ring roller machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/HLMW/H1KH9P94/F7BHLMWH1KH9P94.SMALL.jpg jds1969 I read an interesting instructable about a metal bender and then I saw the most interesting photo of a theatrical workshop tool. I formulated an idea and it quickly turned into a new tool. Preparing the vice I am only planning to bend aluminum and galvanized steel wire so I don't need a hydraulic...
By: jds1969

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 Apr 2012 11:03:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-toolbox-out-of-a-beerbox/
Make a toolbox out of a beerbox - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/0KPM/GZACIK0M/FZ10KPMGZACIK0M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/0KPM/GZACIK0M/FZ10KPMGZACIK0M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ1/0KPM/GZACIK0M/FZ10KPMGZACIK0M.SMALL.jpg bartolo Belgium is without doubt one of the best beer countries in the world. We have a long tradition of excellent beers and this liquid is holding the country together. North & south share one great passion: beer. Our beers are stored in plastic boxes, like everywhere, and these are very strong (some guy...
By: bartolo

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Mar 2012 00:38:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Fibonacci-golden-section-gauge-for-1/
Build a Fibonacci golden section gauge for $1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/2F0D/H19RHUZH/F0P2F0DH19RHUZH.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/2F0D/H19RHUZH/F0P2F0DH19RHUZH.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0P/2F0D/H19RHUZH/F0P2F0DH19RHUZH.SMALL.jpg matthewtmead Throughout the years I've read a lot about the golden ratio from a design perspective. The Greeks noticed there was a common ratio in nature that was pleasing to the eye. This ratio is 1:1.618 (i.e. 1 to 1.618) and is referred to as the golden section. Today, you will find this golden section reflec...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 22:09:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-weighing-scale-laser-cut/
Wooden weighing scale (laser cut) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/8EKX/H1ERMUPW/F4U8EKXH1ERMUPW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/8EKX/H1ERMUPW/F4U8EKXH1ERMUPW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4U/8EKX/H1ERMUPW/F4U8EKXH1ERMUPW.SMALL.jpg woz.artur Weighting things is usually interesting and often practical. Since I don't have an electronic scale, I had to guess weights by comparing. So I decided to build a low-tech scale! I came up with this idea, which is an adaptation of old concepts to today's DIY technology. The laser cutter I usually us...
By: woz.artur

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 24 Apr 2012 18:21:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Boxed-in-wood-lathe-stand-with-tool-bench-and-dust/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P3ST/H19RSWOJ/FHKP3STH19RSWOJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P3ST/H19RSWOJ/FHKP3STH19RSWOJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHK/P3ST/H19RSWOJ/FHKP3STH19RSWOJ.SMALL.jpg Dr Qui This is how I boxed in the stand of my wood lathe. something I have been meaning to do for a long time. the table has a tool tray that just fills up with wood shavings so the tools get lost in the shavings or get thrown out when you hover them up i have had to search the wood shavings bin more than ...
By: Dr Qui

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 19:13:51 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-leather-Stitching-wheel/
DIY: leather Stitching wheel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9QB3/H18FVD8F/FM39QB3H18FVD8F.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9QB3/H18FVD8F/FM39QB3H18FVD8F.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FM3/9QB3/H18FVD8F/FM39QB3H18FVD8F.SMALL.jpg desertsniper I came up with this idea when I was not really happy with my leather stitching. I looked around for stitching wheels and being cheap and resourceful, I decided to build my own! This project took around 2 hours and was from mostly recycled materials. Enjoy! MATERIALS chunk of wood 3/8" aluminum tub...
By: desertsniper

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 20 Apr 2012 08:33:06 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Diffusion-Vacuum-Pump/
Diffusion Vacuum Pump - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/ZPTE/H11WJBT9/F86ZPTEH11WJBT9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/ZPTE/H11WJBT9/F86ZPTEH11WJBT9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F86/ZPTE/H11WJBT9/F86ZPTEH11WJBT9.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian Please look up the definition of a Diffusion Vacuum Pump before continuing! This pump is made from readily available materials and has been shown to achieve a .022 TORR vacuum!!!! Use extreme caution when working with vacuum This pump needs a "Roughing" pump to get down to a near vacuum then it w...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:09:02 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/T-slot-stop-for-vertical-mill-table/
T-slot stop for vertical mill table - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/HX6A/H11WJCO7/FHXHX6AH11WJCO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/HX6A/H11WJCO7/FHXHX6AH11WJCO7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/HX6A/H11WJCO7/FHXHX6AH11WJCO7.SMALL.jpg tkohler Since joining TechShop I have been learning about machining on the vertical mill. One of the biggest challenges for me has been figuring out how to clamp work that doesn't fit easily in to the vice. While perusing "Practical Ideas... for Metalworking Operations, Tooling, and Maintenance, McGraw-Hill...
By: tkohler

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 15 Apr 2012 21:41:20 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plaster-Mixer-Made-Easy-Easily-Made/
Plaster Mixer - Made Easy, Easily Made - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/BIDG/H0OJ0QOC/F4JBIDGH0OJ0QOC.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/BIDG/H0OJ0QOC/F4JBIDGH0OJ0QOC.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4J/BIDG/H0OJ0QOC/F4JBIDGH0OJ0QOC.SMALL.jpg Jason Bedard If you ever mix plaster in smallish batches, and you do it more than once or twice, then you need a mixer.  Something to take the elbow greese out of it. Nothing fancy, nothing super long, and certainly not expensive. In this Instructable we will build a small mixer just perfect for those small job...
By: Jason Bedard

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 Apr 2012 12:58:05 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Archaeology-Repairing-and-Modifying-a-Trowel/
Archaeology: Repairing and Modifying a Trowel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/FYO0/GZUAG06M/FLDFYO0GZUAG06M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/FYO0/GZUAG06M/FLDFYO0GZUAG06M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLD/FYO0/GZUAG06M/FLDFYO0GZUAG06M.SMALL.jpg MakerDrake When working in the field, it is easy to lose your tools in the sea of trowels since so many of them look alike. Thanks to TechShop this can easily be taken care of! In order to show how to both repair and modify at the same time, I decided to use one that had a tip broken off. You can see this in ...
By: MakerDrake

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 5 Apr 2012 10:00:24 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Fold-A-Bandsaw-Blade/
How To Fold A Bandsaw Blade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/SNST/H0FLIQOP/FPISNSTH0FLIQOP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/SNST/H0FLIQOP/FPISNSTH0FLIQOP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPI/SNST/H0FLIQOP/FPISNSTH0FLIQOP.SMALL.jpg houndstoothy This is what we're going for: a neat, tidily folded, easy to store bandsaw blade. Wrist Position Begin by holding the blade with your wrists down and away from your body. Toe Position Put one toe on the blade to hold it in place while the magic happens. Get Low. Get low: make the blade an o...
By: houndstoothy

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 30 Mar 2012 20:28:42 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Refurbish-Your-Old-Wire-Brushes/
Refurbish Your Old Wire Brushes - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/NKVY/H09Q3CPQ/FSYNKVYH09Q3CPQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/NKVY/H09Q3CPQ/FSYNKVYH09Q3CPQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSY/NKVY/H09Q3CPQ/FSYNKVYH09Q3CPQ.SMALL.jpg bfk Wire brushes.  How often have you started to pick one up and discovered the bristles no longer point in one direction, but spread out like a 1970s haircut?  Not only that, but if you're like me, you want to avoid this type of brush at all costs, since these wayward wires are very good at penetrating...
By: bfk

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 28 Mar 2012 07:35:50 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-tools-firewood-rack/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/PQTP/GZAD19JL/F51PQTPGZAD19JL.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/PQTP/GZAD19JL/F51PQTPGZAD19JL.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F51/PQTP/GZAD19JL/F51PQTPGZAD19JL.SMALL.jpg clasof56 Building a no-tools-needed firewood rack A good, stable, easily-movable, cheap firewood rack is a thought-provoking project.  This is what i have used for years and it works extremely well. It holds a face-cord of heavy, wet wood with no problem. This is what you need:      2 or 3 concrete blocks ...
By: clasof56

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 3 Mar 2012 09:43:02 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Neatly-Wrap-Power-Tool-Chords/
How to Neatly Wrap Power Tool Cords - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/ZZ22/GZ6I5H85/FKAZZ22GZ6I5H85.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/ZZ22/GZ6I5H85/FKAZZ22GZ6I5H85.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKA/ZZ22/GZ6I5H85/FKAZZ22GZ6I5H85.SMALL.jpg KaceyK I'm sure everyone has encountered some kind of tangled cord nightmare, be it at their job or in their home work spaces. In public access workshops, like TechShop, we are always looking for ways to improve our tool organization and storage so that items are easily found and stay in top working order...
By: KaceyK

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 29 Feb 2012 12:52:05 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Vibration-Polisher/ http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQG/TGKG/GYVDID3W/FQGTGKGGYVDID3W.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQG/TGKG/GYVDID3W/FQGTGKGGYVDID3W.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQG/TGKG/GYVDID3W/FQGTGKGGYVDID3W.SMALL.jpg OctopusHook So, if your thinking about making this project I would only advise you try it if you already have or have access to the more expensive parts that you will need (motor, springs, hardware). If you had to buy everything new you would just be better off buying a cheep commercially made machine. But if y...
By: OctopusHook

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 09:19:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/cheap-diy-foot-speed-control-for-dremel-or-other-t/
cheap diy foot speed control for dremel or other tools - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/86TI/GYVDIGBJ/FRR86TIGYVDIGBJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/86TI/GYVDIGBJ/FRR86TIGYVDIGBJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRR/86TI/GYVDIGBJ/FRR86TIGYVDIGBJ.SMALL.jpg cmlucht i have a b&d rtx rotary tool and love using it but the switch and speed control where so far apart i decided to make a foot speed controller out of a broken sewing machine foot switch. the good thing is i can set my top speed limit with the controller on the rotary tool so its like a set and forget,...
By: cmlucht

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Feb 2012 12:59:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Knife-Making/
Knife Making - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/KQEC/GYY8FRAI/FJSKQECGYY8FRAI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/KQEC/GYY8FRAI/FJSKQECGYY8FRAI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJS/KQEC/GYY8FRAI/FJSKQECGYY8FRAI.SMALL.jpg Batryn Disclaimers: Knife making is dangerous, I'm not responsible if you get hurt. Also, know your laws, and don't make anything illegal. I'm not responsible for anything that happens as a consequence of you reading this.  This is a personal project of mine, and when I finished, I thought, why not make a...
By: Batryn

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 22 Feb 2012 16:28:47 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Restoration-of-an-old-block-plane/
Restoration of an old Jointer Plane - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/CJWM/GY4R8FZQ/FJ2CJWMGY4R8FZQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/CJWM/GY4R8FZQ/FJ2CJWMGY4R8FZQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ2/CJWM/GY4R8FZQ/FJ2CJWMGY4R8FZQ.SMALL.jpg j.g.kuster I picked up a old jointer plane. The  jointer plane is about 65 cm (about 25,5 inches). This would be a nice addition to my woodworking tools, but it needed some work first.  I'll show you what I did to restore the jointer  plane to former glory. I used:  - Belt sander - Sanding paper - Awl - stee...
By: j.g.kuster

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 05:04:38 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Cardboard-foldercreaser/
Cardboard folder/creaser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/UEIL/GY65PZZK/F79UEILGY65PZZK.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/UEIL/GY65PZZK/F79UEILGY65PZZK.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/UEIL/GY65PZZK/F79UEILGY65PZZK.SMALL.jpg heathbar64 I like to make stuff from cardboard. from cutting down a big box to a smaller one for shipping, to making props, storage solutions etc. The hard part with corrugated cardboard is in bending it nicely. someone else has shown how to cut the inside ply and corrugations to make a neat bend, but I have a...
By: heathbar64

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 2 Feb 2012 17:58:06 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-plastic-parts-from-scratch/
Make plastic parts from scratch - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/LVRG/GXXSDR1X/FAVLVRGGXXSDR1X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/LVRG/GXXSDR1X/FAVLVRGGXXSDR1X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAV/LVRG/GXXSDR1X/FAVLVRGGXXSDR1X.SMALL.jpg Orangutanlibrarian Fro another project I need custom shaped plastic parts. Since my 3D printer is only in the design stage right now (I just finished software prototyping) I decided to try my hand at casting. This is my first attempt The piece is sculpted with Plasticine and cast from fiberglass resin. These are not ...
By: Orangutanlibrarian

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 06:29:33 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Carbide-Scraper-Deburr-Tool/
Carbide Scraper-Deburr Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/4CR6/GXUYU3G9/FY54CR6GXUYU3G9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/4CR6/GXUYU3G9/FY54CR6GXUYU3G9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/4CR6/GXUYU3G9/FY54CR6GXUYU3G9.SMALL.jpg gaceves009 These are directions for how to build a simple Carbide Deburring Knife...  I did this build at The TechShop in San Jose California... http://techshop.ws/  Gabriel Aceves Materials... Ok we are going to need, 6inch length of 1/4 alluminum rod,  1/8 inch carbide shank ( I used a  broken .125 endmil...
By: gaceves009

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:57:20 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Sharpening-a-chisel/
Sharpening a chisel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/A0TK/GXUZF15I/F5QA0TKGXUZF15I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/A0TK/GXUZF15I/F5QA0TKGXUZF15I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Q/A0TK/GXUZF15I/F5QA0TKGXUZF15I.SMALL.jpg carlbass I have unreasonable sentimentality about Stanley Model 40 chisels. I started buying them about 30 years ago just as they were being discontinued. They seem to sharpen easily and hold a good edge. I was always missing the one inch chisel and recently was lucky enough to find one on eBay. Beat up ...
By: carlbass

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 29 Jan 2012 13:20:14 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/CO2-Drain-Cleaner-Hack/
CO2 Drain Cleaner Hack - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/P6UM/GXL5XY3Y/FU8P6UMGXL5XY3Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/P6UM/GXL5XY3Y/FU8P6UMGXL5XY3Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU8/P6UM/GXL5XY3Y/FU8P6UMGXL5XY3Y.SMALL.jpg bfk A while back, we had a slow running drain that seemed to be permanent.  I came across a product called "Kleer Drain" that uses CO2 cartridges to blast through clogs.  I thought it was worth the attempt, so I picked one up at Home Depot. Boy, did it work... Not only that, but it made an extremely sa...
By: bfk

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 22 Jan 2012 11:27:22 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Franken-Saw-aka-how-to-use-a-DeWalt-battery-wi/
Franken-Saw (a.k.a. how to use a DeWalt battery with a Bosch reciprocating saw) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1EAF/GXDWYM3U/FTF1EAFGXDWYM3U.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1EAF/GXDWYM3U/FTF1EAFGXDWYM3U.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTF/1EAF/GXDWYM3U/FTF1EAFGXDWYM3U.SMALL.jpg hauntedworkshop I discovered a Bosch 18v reciprocating saw sitting on top of someones trash can. It didn't have a battery, but that didn't deter me. I have several DeWalt 18v batteries for my drills and I knew there had to be a way to use them. So I brought it into my workshop and began playing. I disassembled the...
By: hauntedworkshop

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 17 Jan 2012 13:39:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Soldering-Nirvana/
Solder Dispenser - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/4JMC/GX3MIOKZ/FER4JMCGX3MIOKZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/4JMC/GX3MIOKZ/FER4JMCGX3MIOKZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FER/4JMC/GX3MIOKZ/FER4JMCGX3MIOKZ.SMALL.jpg bfk Finding my soldering gun is easy, but I'd always have to dig around for the solder.  Here's a quick and simple way to insure you have everything you need at the work space, whenever you pick your soldering gun up to use. Materials Besides a soldering gun (Mine's a Weller, but I'm sure you can mod...
By: bfk

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 14:34:03 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Magnetic-wristband/
Magnetic wristband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/SJS8/GX3MBZGP/F32SJS8GX3MBZGP.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/SJS8/GX3MBZGP/F32SJS8GX3MBZGP.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/SJS8/GX3MBZGP/F32SJS8GX3MBZGP.SMALL.jpg genterara We all know magnets have magical properties. They are bipolar mystical phenomena with invisible forces all around them. This poor´s man magnetic wristband can be a life/time saver when working with screws and nails. It´s much safer than holding stuff in your mouth, specially when handling tools. ...
By: genterara

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2012 22:16:57 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Want-to-cut-wine-bottles-Build-this-jig/
Want to cut wine bottles? Build this jig! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/29E5/GX3MINUB/FOP29E5GX3MINUB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/29E5/GX3MINUB/FOP29E5GX3MINUB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOP/29E5/GX3MINUB/FOP29E5GX3MINUB.SMALL.jpg grammers I wanted to recycle some old wine bottles into glasses and chandeliers.  I have seen a lot of online tips about how to buy a jig to make the cut,  sand the glass with a dremel, etc.  But why buy a $20-30 jig that you can make yourself?  Here are directions for an easy, solid jig using a cheap staine...
By: grammers

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 6 Jan 2012 20:38:10 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Shop-mad-bench-vice/
Shop mad bench vice - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/2ANQ/GWKKMP39/FHD2ANQGWKKMP39.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/2ANQ/GWKKMP39/FHD2ANQGWKKMP39.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHD/2ANQ/GWKKMP39/FHD2ANQGWKKMP39.SMALL.jpg SlickSqueegie I made this out of necessity. and the fact that I had the Acme threaded rod on hand. :) I have needed a bench vice for some time now and I had this 3' stick of acme threaded rod (acme means its for a vice) a regular threaded rod will wear out very very quick. so if you attempt this make sure you use...
By: SlickSqueegie

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 1 Jan 2012 15:29:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-maintain-your-Multi-tool./
How to maintain your Multi-tool. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/QT0C/FKN6C51Y/F5WQT0CFKN6C51Y.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/QT0C/FKN6C51Y/F5WQT0CFKN6C51Y.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5W/QT0C/FKN6C51Y/F5WQT0CFKN6C51Y.SMALL.jpg Lftndbt Left your favourite Multi-tool outside? Rusted?Or just not opening smoothly...Here's how to fix and maintain it.Your Multi-tool may not be similar... but the same guide can be followed..What you will need:-- 1200/800g Wet-n-Dry abrasive paper- Lubricant preferably teflon based- Clean dry cloth- Smal...
By: Lftndbt

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 22 Nov 2007 22:33:25 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-Lathe/
Pocket Lathe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/K5OF/GUCF6PCS/FH6K5OFGUCF6PCS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/K5OF/GUCF6PCS/FH6K5OFGUCF6PCS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH6/K5OF/GUCF6PCS/FH6K5OFGUCF6PCS.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian Sometimes building small items requires small tools. This pocket lathe is 8 inches wide, 3 inches deep and 4.5 inches tall. Yes it does fit completely in my jacket pocket and cargo pants pocket. Please note that there are some ideas for improvement posted at the end of this Instructable. This s...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2011 19:35:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Spot-Welder-from-a-microwave-oven-transformer-and-/
Spot Welder from a microwave oven transformer and water tank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/K1F4/GVEI9M59/F5BK1F4GVEI9M59.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/K1F4/GVEI9M59/F5BK1F4GVEI9M59.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5B/K1F4/GVEI9M59/F5BK1F4GVEI9M59.SMALL.jpg throbscottle I have seen a few projects which use an old microwave oven transformer re-wound with a low voltage secondary to make a hobby spot welder, and I decided to have a go at making one. I ended up designing my own using copper sheet to make the secondary, following an unsatisfactory experience attempting ...
By: throbscottle

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 27 Nov 2011 15:30:01 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Wooden-Hand-Vise/
Wooden Hand Vise - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/N2K8/GUYGX11K/F01N2K8GUYGX11K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/N2K8/GUYGX11K/F01N2K8GUYGX11K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F01/N2K8/GUYGX11K/F01N2K8GUYGX11K.SMALL.jpg Random_Canadian This is a 2 piece wooden device that can tightly grip small objects that are up to 3/8 inches thick. Materials and Tools You will need a small piece of 2X3 or 2X4 that is about 6 inches long. In addition you will need a pine slat 1.5 X .25  two pieces cut about 10 inches long and another about...
By: Random_Canadian

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Nov 2011 16:15:07 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Spot-Weld-Anything-Even-Copper/
Spot Weld Anything (Even Copper)! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/JI3E/GUI0T292/FCUJI3EGUI0T292.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/JI3E/GUI0T292/FCUJI3EGUI0T292.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCU/JI3E/GUI0T292/FCUJI3EGUI0T292.SMALL.jpg HarnessedDevilry There's hundreds of welding Instructables around, many of them quite good. I'm writing this one here to share a technique I've developed that works quite well, even on copper tabs (for which it was designed). The theory is simple- I've got a handful of ultra-capacitors (2.5 Volts, 2600 Farads) wir...
By: HarnessedDevilry

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 2 Nov 2011 22:19:43 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/300-foot-Pocket-Tape-Measure/
300-foot Pocket Tape Measure - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/JDH5/GTV9U8OQ/FCFJDH5GTV9U8OQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/JDH5/GTV9U8OQ/FCFJDH5GTV9U8OQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCF/JDH5/GTV9U8OQ/FCFJDH5GTV9U8OQ.SMALL.jpg ProfHankD How many 300-foot tape measures fit in your pocket and cost under $2? I had a very nice, somewhat huge, open reel-type 300-foot surveyor's tape measure that worked well until one day it wound funny and I spent a couple of fruitless hours trying to un-jam my $100 measuring investment. I also own an ...
By: ProfHankD

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 17 Oct 2011 06:38:32 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Bucket-Vac/
The Bucket Vac... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/J1WU/GT8ESPFX/FYQJ1WUGT8ESPFX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/J1WU/GT8ESPFX/FYQJ1WUGT8ESPFX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYQ/J1WU/GT8ESPFX/FYQJ1WUGT8ESPFX.SMALL.jpg HTWTUSA My wife loves those little, lightweight vacuums that can be had for around 25 bucks at the big box stores....we've tossed a half-dozen of them over the years when they simply stop coping with the pooch hair. Today i had a revelation...time to stop tossing the money down the drain and make use of t...
By: HTWTUSA

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Oct 2011 19:48:30 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Clean-a-Knife/
Clean a Knife - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/WXR4/FF78HWTA/F1BWXR4FF78HWTA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/WXR4/FF78HWTA/F1BWXR4FF78HWTA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1B/WXR4/FF78HWTA/F1BWXR4FF78HWTA.SMALL.jpg Arbitror In this instructable, I will show my way of easily cleaning a hunting knife, swiss army knife, whittling knife, etc... Remember to give me a +1! Long Lasting Blade First thing, after using a knife and it gets dirty, don't close it (if its a closing knife). The reason is because stuff like dirt, ...
By: Arbitror

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Apr 2008 21:11:38 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-mini-rooter/
Make your own mini-rooter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/CUKX/GSYEQ8OM/F3RCUKXGSYEQ8OM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/CUKX/GSYEQ8OM/F3RCUKXGSYEQ8OM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3R/CUKX/GSYEQ8OM/F3RCUKXGSYEQ8OM.SMALL.jpg jamilks I had a situation where I needed to replace an underwater light in a pond. The problem was that somehow (bad glue joint?) due to a leak, the conduit from the light niche to the j-box above water level had attracted tree roots and the conduit had gotten plugged making it difficult to remove the old l...
By: jamilks

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 25 Sep 2011 23:37:37 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Leatherman-Scalpel-handle/
Leatherman Scalpel handle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/D28M/GSLF1EDD/FR9D28MGSLF1EDD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/D28M/GSLF1EDD/FR9D28MGSLF1EDD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR9/D28M/GSLF1EDD/FR9D28MGSLF1EDD.SMALL.jpg lrwelling The Leatherman multitool will undoubtedly go down in history next to the inclined plane, screw, fire, and Dremel as the most important milestones in mankind's use of tools.  I never go anywhere without it, and have used it often in the ER and the garage.   But each of us probably does something day ...
By: lrwelling

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Sep 2011 08:20:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repair-a-broken-Ratchet/
Repair a broken Ratchet - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/A7CD/GSIFG1QE/FHXA7CDGSIFG1QE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/A7CD/GSIFG1QE/FHXA7CDGSIFG1QE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHX/A7CD/GSIFG1QE/FHXA7CDGSIFG1QE.SMALL.jpg smallenginetech I have a craftsman 18" ratchet that they no longer make and do not offer repair kits for any longer.  In fact to my knowledge they no longer make anything like it and I was offered a smaller one when I asked about the warranty.  I love this ratchet enough I have acquired 2 of them but I use them alm...
By: smallenginetech

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 13 Sep 2011 21:32:58 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Recycled-HDD-Powertool-Disk-of-Prometheus/
Recycled HDD Powertool (Disk of Prometheus) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/O294/GS3BDNIZ/FD5O294GS3BDNIZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/O294/GS3BDNIZ/FD5O294GS3BDNIZ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD5/O294/GS3BDNIZ/FD5O294GS3BDNIZ.SMALL.jpg mhkabir UPDATE 09/04/2011: Hey guys, I have entered the Disk of Prometheus in the Green Living and Tech. Contest, Please VOTE for me!! In my last instructable related to recycling old HDDs, I had designed a sander from a junked HDD for as little as $5. But, the old design had its limitations and i had got ...
By: mhkabir

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 4 Sep 2011 06:06:52 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Crosman-Williamson-handle-mango-Crosman-Williamso/
CO2 Cartridge File Handles (mango de cartucho CO2) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLC/5JU0/GRFNE6XY/FLC5JU0GRFNE6XY.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLC/5JU0/GRFNE6XY/FLC5JU0GRFNE6XY.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLC/5JU0/GRFNE6XY/FLC5JU0GRFNE6XY.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Mi hijo Me regaló dos cartuchos vacíos de CO2 Crosman, y como yo no sabía qué hacer con ellos, pregunté en el foro de Instructables. Jayefuu me dio una buena idea, y la puse en práctica. Hay otras buenas también, pero me incliné por esta. Este es el resultado. My son gave me two empty Crosman shell...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 24 Aug 2011 13:29:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-renovate-your-old-hammer/
How to renovate your old hammer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/9A87/GRFMVNPJ/FCA9A87GRFMVNPJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/9A87/GRFMVNPJ/FCA9A87GRFMVNPJ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/9A87/GRFMVNPJ/FCA9A87GRFMVNPJ.SMALL.jpg nativewater Renovating an old hammer is fairly easy, but like all things maintenance oriented are often deferred because maintenance feels like it's too much trouble.  I have had an old hammer in my tool box for almost a decade and used it occasionally because it still did the job even though its head was loose...
By: nativewater

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 23 Aug 2011 11:18:25 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/CHOPSTICK-Steamer-and-Bending-Jig/
CHOPSTICK Steamer and Bending Jig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/DKA4/GRFNCAHD/F5LDKA4GRFNCAHD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/DKA4/GRFNCAHD/F5LDKA4GRFNCAHD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5L/DKA4/GRFNCAHD/F5LDKA4GRFNCAHD.SMALL.jpg LifeWarrior With all these chopsticks laying around (My wife loves to eat Chinese a little too much) I'm always looking for ways too make use of these little shard's of wood. It occurred to me that  I could probably make some cool curves, however looking at my 6ft wood steamer outside really was a waste of a l...
By: LifeWarrior

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Aug 2011 06:02:27 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Improved-GorillaPod-Helping-Hands-Tool/
Improved GorillaPod Helping Hands Tool - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/L9P7/GRAEAXOE/FCAL9P7GRAEAXOE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/L9P7/GRAEAXOE/FCAL9P7GRAEAXOE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCA/L9P7/GRAEAXOE/FCAL9P7GRAEAXOE.SMALL.jpg Corrugator Supercilii Those who dabble with the odd bit of soldering or fiddling with tiny object would be familiar with the Helping Hands tool, it comes with 2 articulated crocodile clips and an attached magnifying glass. The truth is, though useful, the articulated crocodile clip are dastardly bad, inflexible ball jo...
By: Corrugator Supercilii

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 13 Aug 2011 05:17:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Cordless-drill---Improving-the-battery/
Cordless drill - Improving the battery - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/KNMV/QOLEP27ZHT8/FLVKNMVQOLEP27ZHT8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/KNMV/QOLEP27ZHT8/FLVKNMVQOLEP27ZHT8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLV/KNMV/QOLEP27ZHT8/FLVKNMVQOLEP27ZHT8.SMALL.jpg BrianH I hate it when my cordless drill gives up in the middle of a job. It seems that the supplied battery packs just don't cut it. So I opened up the battery pack and replaced the NiCads with much longer lasting NiMH batteries. Now I get a much longer use between charges. Disassemble the battery pack ...
By: BrianH

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