http://www.instructables.com Mon, 28 May 2012 06:01:28 UTC BLOX v1.01 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 18:03:35 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-D-Ring-Bit-driver/
Build a D-Ring Bit driver - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/OPOP/FWMO3JCE/FD7OPOPFWMO3JCE.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/OPOP/FWMO3JCE/FD7OPOPFWMO3JCE.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/OPOP/FWMO3JCE/FD7OPOPFWMO3JCE.SMALL.jpg uglymike This is simply a bit driver attached to a D-Ring carabiner. The bit holder slides around the ring allowing you get great leverage and get at hard to reach fasteners. It's a simple but versatile tool for your pocket, glove box or tool box. It's easy to make and you'll wonder how you ever got along...
By: uglymike

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 5 Jul 2009 04:32:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-wire-foam-cutter/
Hot wire foam cutter - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/02W8/KPUEP27V92H/FTB02W8KPUEP27V92H.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/02W8/KPUEP27V92H/FTB02W8KPUEP27V92H.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTB/02W8/KPUEP27V92H/FTB02W8KPUEP27V92H.SMALL.jpg flywoodkb Cheap ($30+-) and easy to build hot wire foam cutter made from commonly available parts. Cuts styrofoam for surfboards, model plane wings, sculpture, model train or tabletop wargame terrain, 3D sign letters, mold models for lost foam casting, etc.5/17/2007, Important note! Please be sure to read the...
By: flywoodkb

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 21 Mar 2006 23:25:45 UTC 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 20:52:05 UTC 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 14:29:33 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Get-the-Most-out-of-your-Dremel/
Get the Most out of your Dremel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/ZRPT/FCEIIYU9/FYFZRPTFCEIIYU9.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/ZRPT/FCEIIYU9/FYFZRPTFCEIIYU9.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/ZRPT/FCEIIYU9/FYFZRPTFCEIIYU9.SMALL.jpg Firebert010 If you're like me (and I'm sure a lot of you are) you own a Dremel. This versatile tool is perfect for preforming odd jobs when you don't want to get out a power tool. With (hundreds?) of attachments, this tool can do anything from drill a small hole in a sheet of aluminum, to carve intricate object...
By: Firebert010

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2008 05:36:22 UTC 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 »]]> Sat, 7 Jan 2012 04:38:10 UTC 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 »]]> Fri, 23 Nov 2007 06:33:25 UTC 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 23:30:01 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-good%2c-cheap%2c-upgradeable-sheet-plastic-vacu/
Make a good, cheap, upgradeable sheet plastic vacuum former - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/5MUI/F3ETRVC8/FYA5MUIF3ETRVC8.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/5MUI/F3ETRVC8/FYA5MUIF3ETRVC8.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYA/5MUI/F3ETRVC8/FYA5MUIF3ETRVC8.SMALL.jpg drcrash Tired of buying cheap plastic crap? Now you can make your own!Or you can make nice and surprisingly sturdy plastic stuff in amazing shapes, amaze your friends with your technical prowess, and be the life of the party.Vacuum forming is a technique for shaping sheet plastics into 3D shapes, which you...
By: drcrash

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 28 Jun 2007 21:20:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Micro-Screwdriver-Handle/
Micro Screwdriver Handle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQC/K0RB/GV0KY01M/FQCK0RBGV0KY01M.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQC/K0RB/GV0KY01M/FQCK0RBGV0KY01M.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQC/K0RB/GV0KY01M/FQCK0RBGV0KY01M.SMALL.jpg tranvi007 I’ve recently been working on a project that required me to use my micro screwdriver set. A common problem with this set was the inability to generate enough torque to remove the screws by hand. As a result I would often use a pair of pliers to generate more torque, occasionally damaging the screw...
By: tranvi007

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 18 Nov 2011 05:34:01 UTC 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 »]]> Thu, 3 Nov 2011 05:19:43 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/ReplacingUpgrading-Power-Tool-Batteries/
Replace/Upgrade/Repair Power Tool Batteries - SAVE 50% or more! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/YMUG/GH4AJWHT/F5CYMUGGH4AJWHT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/YMUG/GH4AJWHT/F5CYMUGGH4AJWHT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5C/YMUG/GH4AJWHT/F5CYMUGGH4AJWHT.SMALL.jpg drcustom This Inscrutable will show you how to replace the internal batteries of a cordless power pack.  I will also help you determine what batteries you need. My cordless drill has been sitting on the shelf, useless, because the batteries are dead.  Not anymore...I replaced the internal batteries with one...
By: drcustom

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 30 Nov 2010 23:03:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Dust-Collection-System/
DIY Dust Collection System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY7/DCCV/FP8NLWQ5/FY7DCCVFP8NLWQ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY7/DCCV/FP8NLWQ5/FY7DCCVFP8NLWQ5.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY7/DCCV/FP8NLWQ5/FY7DCCVFP8NLWQ5.SMALL.jpg RadBear While making my Promethian Fire Egg I needed to make a divet in some concrete. I briefly considered using my Dremel for this, but I decided it would kick up too much dust and make a mess of the shop. It was then I hit upon this idea. In doing a quick search of Instructables I found Rachel had made a...
By: RadBear

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 2 Jan 2009 19:00:33 UTC 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

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 May 2006 05:38:54 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-DIY-Vacuum-Chamber-and-Pump/
Simple DIY Vacuum Chamber and Pump - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/QZTI/GPVF24BM/FV7QZTIGPVF24BM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/QZTI/GPVF24BM/FV7QZTIGPVF24BM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV7/QZTI/GPVF24BM/FV7QZTIGPVF24BM.SMALL.jpg bassman76jazz This is an easy to build vacuum chamber that is power with a garden hose.  you can draw 30 cm of vacuum with your hose. simple and easy way to degas fluids like silicone for mold making without buying an expensive vacuum pump. Parts you will need the following parts. many of they can be...
By: bassman76jazz

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 9 Jul 2011 04:38:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Remove-a-stripped-screw-or-bolt./
Remove a stripped screw or bolt. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/ILY3/5NBEP27WKU7/FR2ILY35NBEP27WKU7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/ILY3/5NBEP27WKU7/FR2ILY35NBEP27WKU7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR2/ILY3/5NBEP27WKU7/FR2ILY35NBEP27WKU7.SMALL.jpg joe Need to remove a stripped screw or bolt? This is one of the many ways to do it, only requires a dremel. Tools Tools: Dremel Flat blad screwdriver Dremel cut off wheel. Problem As you can see this screw is stripped. (well not so bad..) Cut a notch... So I am not your mom, but put on some saf...
By: joe

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 11 Apr 2006 17:26:32 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Sharpen-Your-Drill-Bits/
Sharpen Your Drill Bits - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/UIDX/FT7PKBAM/FEEUIDXFT7PKBAM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/UIDX/FT7PKBAM/FEEUIDXFT7PKBAM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FEE/UIDX/FT7PKBAM/FEEUIDXFT7PKBAM.SMALL.jpg Phil B Sharp drill bits are fun to use. They work so well. Dull bits are dangerous. They can break. One broke for me once and went through my thumbnail and out the other side of my thumb. A dull bit and a sharp bit The bit on the left is a little dull. Notice the glint of light on the cutting edg...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 10 Apr 2009 13:56:57 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Airbrush-super-precise/
Homemade Airbrush (super precise) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/JDAQ/GO6V9LYA/FKNJDAQGO6V9LYA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/JDAQ/GO6V9LYA/FKNJDAQGO6V9LYA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKN/JDAQ/GO6V9LYA/FKNJDAQGO6V9LYA.SMALL.jpg budforum This Instructable will explain, in detail, how to make an airbrush out of parts that can be easily purchased at your local hardware store, or found around the house.  With this airbrush, you will have full and complete control over the paint flow, the airflow, and the shape of the exiting spray.   ...
By: budforum

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 28 May 2011 00:51:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/My-forge-mi-fragua/
My forge (mi fragua) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/LV3B/GNFSIVYB/F5SLV3BGNFSIVYB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/LV3B/GNFSIVYB/F5SLV3BGNFSIVYB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5S/LV3B/GNFSIVYB/F5SLV3BGNFSIVYB.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Hace un tiempo que estaba pensando en que necesito una fragua, para templar y/o cementar herramientas, especialmente las de corte, para fundir aluminio, para doblar hierros gruesos, etc, etc. Cuando yo era un chico, uno de mis trabajos consistía en girar la manivela de la fragua de mi padre, y lueg...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 9 May 2011 12:19:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Easy-wall-mounted-storage-bins-for-hartware-parts/
Easy wall mounted storage bins for hardware parts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/OHWZ/FA0CV5WW/FJ9OHWZFA0CV5WW.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/OHWZ/FA0CV5WW/FJ9OHWZFA0CV5WW.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJ9/OHWZ/FA0CV5WW/FJ9OHWZFA0CV5WW.SMALL.jpg Mike Begley If you're a maker, they you probably have acquired a vast assortments of parts, screws, widgets and assorted random bits. And if you're like me, then they've all disappeared into cabinets and drawers, never to be found when you really need them. I decided to organize all my parts into bins that al...
By: Mike Begley

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Dec 2007 03:13:38 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Pocket-laser-engraver/
Pocket laser engraver. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/K0IO/GKS0UU80/FRWK0IOGKS0UU80.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/K0IO/GKS0UU80/FRWK0IOGKS0UU80.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRW/K0IO/GKS0UU80/FRWK0IOGKS0UU80.SMALL.jpg Groover I have been trying to get my hands on a laser cutter for some time but they always seem out of reach. All the great things that can be done with a real laser cutter tickle the imagination. I feel it's time to share my latest project - a low cost laser engraver,. The workspace is a bit small but non...
By: Groover

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 11 Mar 2011 11:42:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/WikiSeat-A-Catalyst-for-DIY-Seating/
WikiSeat: A Catalyst for DIY Seating - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/FW91/GJQEM15I/FO5FW91GJQEM15I.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/FW91/GJQEM15I/FO5FW91GJQEM15I.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO5/FW91/GJQEM15I/FO5FW91GJQEM15I.SMALL.jpg dr_weidinger A WikiSeat is a three legged stool that is built by hand. Each WikiSeat starts with a Catalyst that acts as a central support structure. The creator of a WikiSeat has the freedom to gather materials and find their own methods for building the seat. WikiSeat creators can share what they have made and...
By: dr_weidinger

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Feb 2011 21:11:00 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Hand-made-Knife-Sharpening-Jig/
Hand made Knife Sharpening Jig - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/C99J/GJHV8U3X/FS2C99JGJHV8U3X.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/C99J/GJHV8U3X/FS2C99JGJHV8U3X.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FS2/C99J/GJHV8U3X/FS2C99JGJHV8U3X.SMALL.jpg deebee2u I have seen some jigs on the internet for giving a knife blank a "grind" or profile.  This is the step before the final edge that is used for cutting.   I have started to work scrap metal into knives, so I thought I would try my hand at making  one of these jigs. I wanted it to 1)  fit my small wor...
By: deebee2u

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Feb 2011 00:24:13 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Snow-Ripper-Rip-snow-from-your-roof-in-minut/
The Snow Ripper - Rip snow from your roof in minutes. 1/2 Snow rake - 1/2 Ripper / Cutter. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/6TAV/GJQEJ4HT/FZ66TAVGJQEJ4HT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/6TAV/GJQEJ4HT/FZ66TAVGJQEJ4HT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/6TAV/GJQEJ4HT/FZ66TAVGJQEJ4HT.SMALL.jpg billbach Easily remove snow from your roof. After receiving over 50 inches of snow this winter and you are like me you went to the local hardware store to find a snow rake for the roof.  Only to be told they are sold out. Well necessity being the mother of invention forced me to make my own. ...
By: billbach

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 4 Feb 2011 06:31:37 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Cordless-Dremel-battery-pack-upgrade/
Cordless Dremel battery pack upgrade - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/MG9B/FIG8WLMR/F1JMG9BFIG8WLMR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/MG9B/FIG8WLMR/F1JMG9BFIG8WLMR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1J/MG9B/FIG8WLMR/F1JMG9BFIG8WLMR.SMALL.jpg stuuf The cordless Dremel Multipro rotary tool uses a rechargeable battery so you work anywhere without having an AC power source. Unfortunately, like most power tools, the battery pack is filled with cheap nickel cadmium cells that don't last very long on a charge and will start to wear out after a coupl...
By: stuuf

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Jul 2008 02:08:17 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Dust-Sniper-quiet-extractor-system/
Dust Sniper (quiet extractor system) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/WR22/GITHD6GM/F81WR22GITHD6GM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/WR22/GITHD6GM/F81WR22GITHD6GM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F81/WR22/GITHD6GM/F81WR22GITHD6GM.SMALL.jpg bongodrummer In this project we turn a bunch of old free stuff, including two old household vacuums into what is arguably the most useful and necessary of workshop tools: the dust extractor. But why stop there? Lets make a really fantastically effective dust extractor, one that is whisper quiet, never stops suck...
By: bongodrummer

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 2 Jan 2011 22:48:23 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Chainsaw-mill/
Chainsaw Mill part 1 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/ZCHF/GHTLRBPS/FUDZCHFGHTLRBPS.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/ZCHF/GHTLRBPS/FUDZCHFGHTLRBPS.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUD/ZCHF/GHTLRBPS/FUDZCHFGHTLRBPS.SMALL.jpg KentaNolin Many times a project calls for materials of specific dimensions and quality that can't be obtained, financially or logistically. A chainsaw mill is a tool that can be utilized to produce beams for timber framing or to cut slabs for wood working. Being mobile, it can be on site or right where the tre...
By: KentaNolin

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 20 Dec 2010 07:21:04 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Table-belt-sander-lijadora-de-banda-de-mesa/
Table belt sander (lijadora de banda, de mesa) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/W65Z/GH8AAOA7/FC1W65ZGH8AAOA7.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/W65Z/GH8AAOA7/FC1W65ZGH8AAOA7.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FC1/W65Z/GH8AAOA7/FC1W65ZGH8AAOA7.SMALL.jpg rimar2000 Hace unos meses me regalé una lijadora de banda. Es una excelente herramienta, versátil, resistente, poderosa. Pero... siempre tiene que existir un "pero". Para trabajos pequeños es algo difícil de manejar. Por ejemplo, para lijar piezas chicas, suelo ponerla "patas para arriba" sobre las piernas y ...
By: rimar2000

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 4 Dec 2010 04:39:05 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Worlds-Smallest-Milling-Machine/
World's Smallest Milling Machine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/ZJ0Y/GGPEY1OD/FPGZJ0YGGPEY1OD.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/ZJ0Y/GGPEY1OD/FPGZJ0YGGPEY1OD.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPG/ZJ0Y/GGPEY1OD/FPGZJ0YGGPEY1OD.SMALL.jpg Technochicken I was talking to a fellow member of my school's robotics team, and we got to thinking that we should build ourselves a CNC mill to machine custom parts with.  While doing some research, I came across and Instructable called "How to make a mini milling machine- manual or CNC!."  The design of this pa...
By: Technochicken

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 25 Nov 2010 05:42:09 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-scale-to-weigh-bee-hives/
Build a scale to weigh bee hives - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/DH9Q/GGBZIRTQ/F9ADH9QGGBZIRTQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/DH9Q/GGBZIRTQ/F9ADH9QGGBZIRTQ.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9A/DH9Q/GGBZIRTQ/F9ADH9QGGBZIRTQ.SMALL.jpg trearick Portable Hive Scale The goal is to build an accurate, electronic bee hive scale for under $50 that allows anyone to weight 4 hives per minute – up to 250 lbs each – without materially disturbing the colony. ______________________________ Problem In my first year as a beekeeper, I had 2 out of 3 h...
By: trearick

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 16 Nov 2010 02:56:50 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/The-Radial-Arm-Saw-A-Guide-of-Sorts/
The Radial Arm Saw -- A Guide of Sorts - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/L0Y4/FRD80G60/F0CL0Y4FRD80G60.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/L0Y4/FRD80G60/F0CL0Y4FRD80G60.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0C/L0Y4/FRD80G60/F0CL0Y4FRD80G60.SMALL.jpg Phil B The radial arm saw is a very versatile machine around which a whole shop can be built.  It is one machine that allows a number of operations normally requiring different specific machines.  Unfortunately, electric miter saws have displaced the radial arm saw.  That is probably because many used a ra...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 12 Nov 2010 15:59:45 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Vacuum-Former-2/
Vacuum Former 2 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/TSWS/FAQDX5MA/FO6TSWSFAQDX5MA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/TSWS/FAQDX5MA/FO6TSWSFAQDX5MA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO6/TSWS/FAQDX5MA/FO6TSWSFAQDX5MA.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 This is the redesign of the vacuum forming machine I built this past summer. Here my first design Vacuum Former and if you look at the last step you can see why I redesigned it. If you don't know what a vacuum former is check out the links on the first step of my other instructable. I'm not going...
By: dbc1218

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 1 Jan 2008 17:43:22 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Vacuum-Former/
Vacuum Former - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/GKEG/F3ETRVCI/F07GKEGF3ETRVCI.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/GKEG/F3ETRVCI/F07GKEGF3ETRVCI.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F07/GKEG/F3ETRVCI/F07GKEGF3ETRVCI.SMALL.jpg dbc1218 This is my first version of a vacuum former and if you skip to the last stem you see why I needed to make some changes. The new version is here Vacuum Former 2 A vacuum forming machine is used form plastic sheet into the shape of a mold. Vacuum forming is used extensively in industry to make all ...
By: dbc1218

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 30 Jun 2007 21:31:49 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Handy/
Yet More Handy Tricks: Volume 5 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/3368/FB7FPWIM/FAD3368FB7FPWIM.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/3368/FB7FPWIM/FAD3368FB7FPWIM.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAD/3368/FB7FPWIM/FAD3368FB7FPWIM.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson 40 Yet more handy tricks!To see even more handy tricks, check out the rest of the saga at http://www.instructables.com/id/Handy_Tricks_8_Island_Handy_Tricks/and Fifty Handy Tricks.and 40 More Handy Tricks and Australian Handy Tricks and Guatemalan Handy Tricks and Yet More Handy Tricksand Handy Tric...
By: TimAnderson

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 14 Jan 2008 23:56:21 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/From-Sewing-Machine-to-Scroll-Saw-a-Christmas-tal/
From Sewing Machine to Scroll Saw, a Christmas tale - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/GI8F/G3CAPS9P/F1KGI8FG3CAPS9P.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/GI8F/G3CAPS9P/F1KGI8FG3CAPS9P.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1K/GI8F/G3CAPS9P/F1KGI8FG3CAPS9P.SMALL.jpg bongodrummer Let's transform an old and unused sewing machine into a scroll saw so we can make some wooden decorations (and a load of other cool jazz).  If, like me, you had an old sewing machine (I tend to collect these things when they are getting thrown out by people) knocking about, then you could try a conv...
By: bongodrummer

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 19 Dec 2009 16:28:12 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Lawnmover-becomes-a-superficial-motorized-hoe/
Lawnmover becomes a superficial motorized hoe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/N7H4/G7DYZCHB/FZQN7H4G7DYZCHB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/N7H4/G7DYZCHB/FZQN7H4G7DYZCHB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/N7H4/G7DYZCHB/FZQN7H4G7DYZCHB.SMALL.jpg torx  My New Instructable Covers The Transformation of a Common Grass Mower into Something Similar to a Weed Wacker. This Project takes a Normally safe Mower and turns it into a Rather Dangerous piece of equipment that in my case, for what I needed turned out fine. This transformed machine can be dangero...
By: torx

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 26 Apr 2010 23:01:30 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/No-Lathe-No-Milling-Machine-No-Problem/
No Lathe, No Milling Machine, No Problem - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/1KO6/G619L3ZX/FOO1KO6G619L3ZX.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/1KO6/G619L3ZX/FOO1KO6G619L3ZX.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FOO/1KO6/G619L3ZX/FOO1KO6G619L3ZX.SMALL.jpg Phil B This is a heavy duty holesaw mandrel.  The shank on this is 7/16 inch and requires a 1/2 inch drill chuck.  My drill has a 3/8 inch chuck.  I had to make several dozen 3 inch holes in our soffets (also spelled 'soffit') for ventilation louvers.  I ground the shank flats down freehand so the mandre...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Feb 2010 11:48:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Build-a-Peg-Board-Tool-Cart-then-brag-about-it/
Build a Peg Board Tool Cart (by Brad Justinen) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/3H0F/FMEGHFUT/FMF3H0FFMEGHFUT.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/3H0F/FMEGHFUT/FMF3H0FFMEGHFUT.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMF/3H0F/FMEGHFUT/FMF3H0FFMEGHFUT.SMALL.jpg sensoryhouse Build a $500+ Peg Board Cart for $30-$50. Peg Board Cart @ Overstock.com Are your tools completely out of control? Do you need a large organization system on the cheap? Then weld your own peg board tool cart for less than $50 (assuming you have a welder and some scrap metal). If you don't own a we...
By: sensoryhouse

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 5 Jan 2009 06:25:10 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Concentric-Drilling-with-a-Radial-Arm-Saw/
Concentric Drilling with a Radial Arm Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/VA4J/G51GAJRR/FV6VA4JG51GAJRR.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/VA4J/G51GAJRR/FV6VA4JG51GAJRR.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/VA4J/G51GAJRR/FV6VA4JG51GAJRR.SMALL.jpg Phil B This is a piece of round stock into which I have drilled a hole that is perfectly on center.  I could have made the hole as deep as my drill bit is long, but left it shallow.  I did this on my radial arm saw.  What I am demonstrating in this Instructable was inspired by a chapter in the Foxfire Book...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 1 Feb 2010 23:01:18 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Bend-PVC-Pipe/
Bend PVC Pipe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/CMV9/FX556UIB/F6FCMV9FX556UIB.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/CMV9/FX556UIB/F6FCMV9FX556UIB.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6F/CMV9/FX556UIB/F6FCMV9FX556UIB.SMALL.jpg Thinkenstein PVC pipe is a great material for making things.  If you ever need to bend the pipe, here's how to do it. The trick is to fill it with sand before heating the plastic and bending it.   Normally, the pipe would pinch closed in areas where it is bent, but the sand prevents that.  When the heat forming...
By: Thinkenstein

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 14 Jan 2010 12:15:07 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/A-Precise-Table-Saw-from-an-Electric-Hand-Saw/
A Precise Table Saw from an Electric Hand Saw - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/8F9Q/G40H6CGA/FQ28F9QG40H6CGA.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/8F9Q/G40H6CGA/FQ28F9QG40H6CGA.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ2/8F9Q/G40H6CGA/FQ28F9QG40H6CGA.SMALL.jpg Phil B This photo is from 1972.  It shows me using a table saw I made with an electric handsaw, also known as a circular saw.  Some will say, "Why bother?" since you can now buy an inexpensive table saw for the same amount of money.  True, but the adaptation shown here allows the user to remove the saw  ...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 4 Jan 2010 02:04:41 UTC http://www.instructables.com/id/Knife-Sharpening-Tricks/
Knife Sharpening Tricks - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKL/MAK4/VEPEP282B3K/FKLMAK4VEPEP282B3K.SQUARE2.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKL/MAK4/VEPEP282B3K/FKLMAK4VEPEP282B3K.SQUARE.jpg http://img.instructables.com/files/deriv/FKL/MAK4/VEPEP282B3K/FKLMAK4VEPEP282B3K.SMALL.jpg TimAnderson There are many ways to sharpen a knife. This method produces a good general purpose edge.Safety note: As my Granddad used to say: "Don't cut toward yourself, and you'll never get cut."Excellent photos by Christy Canida the whale butcher.See what she does with these knives at Skinning and Filleting C...
By: TimAnderson

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