Instructables: exploring - workshop - water http://www.instructables.com Sat, 25 May 2013 07:34:10 PDT BLOX v1.01 How to fix/clean a clogged faucet http://www.instructables.com/id/Intro-and-Materials/
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Tue, 21 May 2013 15:12:39 PDT
Upcycled Wine Bottle Watering http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Wine-Bottle-Watering/
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Mon, 20 May 2013 13:37:50 PDT
Changing a Vauxhall Corsa Water Pump http://www.instructables.com/id/Changing-a-Vauxhall-Corsa-Water-Pump/
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Mon, 13 May 2013 15:52:23 PDT
Water meter installation procedure http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-meter-installation-procedure/
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Mon, 13 May 2013 08:19:45 PDT
Water condenser http://www.instructables.com/id/Watergenerator/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/0WX8/HGH6Q0X8/FB70WX8HGH6Q0X8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/0WX8/HGH6Q0X8/FB70WX8HGH6Q0X8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB7/0WX8/HGH6Q0X8/FB70WX8HGH6Q0X8.SMALL.jpg skorpijon Water generator extends in seconds. The device works like a telescopic rod. It extends to a maximum height of 4648 mm, but can also be used for shorter distance. When transporting occupies only 1220mm high and has a diameter of no more than 4 inches. All other components are assembled into one anoth...
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Sat, 11 May 2013 05:30:40 PDT
Displacing Water: Archimedes Screw Mk.IV http://www.instructables.com/id/Displacing-Water-Archimedes-Screw-MkIV/
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Sun, 5 May 2013 00:46:10 PDT
Unclog your drain in two minutes with this 1 minute zip-tie trick. (Think Green...) http://www.instructables.com/id/Unclog-your-drain-in-two-minutes-with-this-1-minut/
Unclog your drain in two minutes with this 1 minute zip-tie trick. (Think Green...) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/UCRC/HFSHVOWO/FQTUCRCHFSHVOWO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/UCRC/HFSHVOWO/FQTUCRCHFSHVOWO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/UCRC/HFSHVOWO/FQTUCRCHFSHVOWO.SMALL.jpg PitStoP One thing I like to do is to help solve those everyday issues we all go through in life. Being a handy man myself I'm always the one that is being called to solve issues in the home. Now for all of you who always calling someone for help (you know who you are!!) with these king of problems, you can ...
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 19:42:39 PDT
Make a real Mini Crossbow ! http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-real-Mini-Crossbow-/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8R88/HFSHF0MX/FJD8R88HFSHF0MX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8R88/HFSHF0MX/FJD8R88HFSHF0MX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJD/8R88/HFSHF0MX/FJD8R88HFSHF0MX.SMALL.jpg TopDIY This the most made mini crossbow ever !, it is the best tutorial for a mini crossbow !, this video shows you how to make it Step by Step. Enjoy and have a great day. :) Youtube Channel: http://www.youtube.com/user/ValvexFTW PS. Don't forget to Follow me on Instructables ;)
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Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:17:22 PDT
Variable length water level http://www.instructables.com/id/Variable-length-water-level/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CVT7/HFD189K8/FY2CVT7HFD189K8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CVT7/HFD189K8/FY2CVT7HFD189K8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY2/CVT7/HFD189K8/FY2CVT7HFD189K8.SMALL.jpg retiredtrebor My daughter bought 7 chickens for her children, and proceeded to bring them to Grandpa for housing and care.  So, all of a sudden, I needed to build a chicken coop.  After a little research, I decided to build a coop that is 8' x 14'.  Proceeded to uproot and trim limbs off of 8 cedar post of varyin...
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 12:19:35 PDT
Garden Hose Manifold http://www.instructables.com/id/Garden-Hose-Manifold/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/HSZF/HFD10XH4/FH3HSZFHFD10XH4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/HSZF/HFD10XH4/FH3HSZFHFD10XH4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH3/HSZF/HFD10XH4/FH3HSZFHFD10XH4.SMALL.jpg RushFan This is a replacement garden hose manifold for a commercially available one that was terrible.  I got it at one of those big orange places about 6 months ago.  I don't recall how much I spent on it, but if it was more than a buck, I wasted money.  Both shut-off valves stopped working about a month a...
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Wed, 17 Apr 2013 09:06:53 PDT
Homemade Water Fountain http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Water-Fountain/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/4SIV/HF23QIDK/FQT4SIVHF23QIDK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/4SIV/HF23QIDK/FQT4SIVHF23QIDK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQT/4SIV/HF23QIDK/FQT4SIVHF23QIDK.SMALL.jpg PCfreak Homemade Water Fountain Hi, This got me inspired to make something for spring... Materials..... Flower Planter with NO Drainage holes or other container with no holes Polished Rocks or Stones (i used large ones and smaller ones) Small Fountain Pump (salvaged from a table top fountain that was co...
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Wed, 3 Apr 2013 18:48:42 PDT
How to Install a Sump Pump http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Install-a-Sump-Pump/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/8N24/HEXSS2G8/FGH8N24HEXSS2G8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/8N24/HEXSS2G8/FGH8N24HEXSS2G8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGH/8N24/HEXSS2G8/FGH8N24HEXSS2G8.SMALL.jpg RodsEliteHandyman Installing a new Sump Pump: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BtgtOgp_904
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Sun, 31 Mar 2013 19:59:10 PDT
Water and salt Welder http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-and-salt-Welder/
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Mon, 25 Mar 2013 05:30:44 PDT
How to hand dig a water well http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-hand-dig-a-water-well/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/8XUL/HEBMZMAJ/FU08XULHEBMZMAJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/8XUL/HEBMZMAJ/FU08XULHEBMZMAJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU0/8XUL/HEBMZMAJ/FU08XULHEBMZMAJ.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios Sure you can hire someone but sometimes that isn't an option.  Could be the expense, the mess, the room, heck maybe you just don't want anyone to know you are sprinkling your lawn for free.  (your business, not mine) I could not see spraying filtered chlorinated drinking water on grass and veggies ...
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Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:48:39 PDT
Un-plugging a sandpoint well http://www.instructables.com/id/Un-plugging-a-sandpoint-well/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/UZOY/HEBNATNM/FT9UZOYHEBNATNM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/UZOY/HEBNATNM/FT9UZOYHEBNATNM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FT9/UZOY/HEBNATNM/FT9UZOYHEBNATNM.SMALL.jpg NelsonStudios After 3 years of service I noticed the water volume starting to drop off at the sprinklers.  At the start of each year we would have less water and no amount of pumping would make it better.  I began to suspect the sandpoint at the bottom of the well was filling with silt.  The standard way to fix t...
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Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:17:19 PDT
Convert a Electric Water Tank to a Outdoor Wood Heater http://www.instructables.com/id/Phase-1-Electric-Hot-Water-Tank-to-Outdoor-Wood-/
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Sun, 17 Mar 2013 23:36:12 PDT
Upgrade hot-water radiator to convector http://www.instructables.com/id/Upgrade-hot-water-radiator-to-convector/
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Sat, 16 Mar 2013 17:20:36 PDT
Water Butt Barrel Style Makeover http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Butt-Barrel-Style-Makeover/
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Wed, 27 Feb 2013 12:05:44 PST
Building a Keg Still (Bokakob Design, Reflux Still) http://www.instructables.com/id/Building-a-Keg-Still-Bokakob-Design-Reflux-Still/
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Sat, 23 Feb 2013 18:59:56 PST
Homemade Solar Water Heater forced circulation with mini pump http://www.instructables.com/id/Homemade-Solar-Water-Heater-forced-circulation-wit/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/0VCJ/HD2RYH7I/FN50VCJHD2RYH7I.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/0VCJ/HD2RYH7I/FN50VCJHD2RYH7I.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN5/0VCJ/HD2RYH7I/FN50VCJHD2RYH7I.SMALL.jpg apachebcn This is a project on a homemade solar water heater. There is not a project for entertaining, has three years of use on my roof for 4 people shower and dishwasher. 260Liters water is in summer about 60-70ºC 260Liters water is in winter about 30-40ºC, my system able for reduce capacity and work with l...
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Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:19:07 PST
Make a pot trough for saving water on your deck http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-pot-trough-for-saving-water-on-your-deck/
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Sat, 2 Feb 2013 21:59:30 PST
Hacer una T de tubo (how do make a tube T) http://www.instructables.com/id/Hacer-una-T-de-tubo-how-do-make-a-tube-T/
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Wed, 23 Jan 2013 18:11:26 PST
SS Muffler tip http://www.instructables.com/id/SS-Muffler-tip/
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Mon, 10 Dec 2012 06:08:00 PST
Disinfecting water with the Ft2 solar cooker http://www.instructables.com/id/Disinfecting-water-with-the-Ft2-solar-cooker-1/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/RL49/HABC82KV/F1ZRL49HABC82KV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/RL49/HABC82KV/F1ZRL49HABC82KV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F1Z/RL49/HABC82KV/F1ZRL49HABC82KV.SMALL.jpg cobergland (This is an addition to my post on the square foot solar cooker which was about using it for bread making.  Plans on how to build the Ft2 are found here: http://www.instructables.com/id/Square-foot-solar-cooker-for-bread-and-as-an-assis/ )   The cooker will pasteurize a quart of water in a bit over...
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Fri, 7 Dec 2012 15:16:10 PST
How to fix leaking Water Ridge dual flush toilet from Costco http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-fix-leaking-Water-Ridge-dual-flush-toilet-f/
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Sun, 25 Nov 2012 10:01:43 PST
How to Build a 6000 gallon Water Tank http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Build-a-6000-gallon-Water-Tank/
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Mon, 12 Nov 2012 10:47:59 PST
Water Dispenser Stability Mod http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Dispenser-Stability-Mod/
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Wed, 17 Oct 2012 04:35:26 PDT
Cladding a 1000 ltr/250 gallon IBC water tank http://www.instructables.com/id/Cladding-a-1000-ltr250-gallon-IBC-water-tank/
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Mon, 8 Oct 2012 13:59:18 PDT
Tutorial: Change your timing belt and water pump on a 2002 Honda Accord http://www.instructables.com/id/Tutorial-Change-your-timing-belt-and-water-pump-o/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/PDHT/H703ONXV/F8BPDHTH703ONXV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/PDHT/H703ONXV/F8BPDHTH703ONXV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8B/PDHT/H703ONXV/F8BPDHTH703ONXV.SMALL.jpg nukem384 Like cars? Check out my new web site! http://nukem384.blogspot.com/ Learn how to change your timing belt, balancer belt and water pump on a 2002 Honda Accord.  This install is the same for any 1990-2002 Accord, 1997-2001 Acura 2.3CL and F series engine Preludes.  Similar for many other Honda and Ac...
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Mon, 24 Sep 2012 09:00:30 PDT
Tutorial: Change coolant/anti-freeze in a 2006 Subaru WRX STi http://www.instructables.com/id/Tutorial-Change-coolantanti-freeze-in-a-2006-Sub/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/KZAD/H703ONUS/FD7KZADH703ONUS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/KZAD/H703ONUS/FD7KZADH703ONUS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FD7/KZAD/H703ONUS/FD7KZADH703ONUS.SMALL.jpg nukem384 Like cars? Check out my new web site! http://nukem384.blogspot.com/ How to change radiator fluid (coolant/anti-freeze) on a 2006 Subaru WRX STi.  This install will work for just about any other Subaru as well.
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Sun, 23 Sep 2012 12:04:57 PDT
Tutorial: How to test for a working thermostat http://www.instructables.com/id/Tutorial-How-to-test-for-a-working-thermostat/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/1B1I/H703OOL9/F3K1B1IH703OOL9.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/1B1I/H703OOL9/F3K1B1IH703OOL9.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3K/1B1I/H703OOL9/F3K1B1IH703OOL9.SMALL.jpg nukem384 Like cars? Check out my new web site! http://nukem384.blogspot.com/ Learn how to test your thermostat to see if it's stuck open or closed.
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Sun, 16 Sep 2012 12:07:52 PDT
Home Fueling http://www.instructables.com/id/Modified-Reflux-Still/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/R9YW/H672MH5G/FI4R9YWH672MH5G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/R9YW/H672MH5G/FI4R9YWH672MH5G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FI4/R9YW/H672MH5G/FI4R9YWH672MH5G.SMALL.jpg Divingheader I believe that automotive fuels will have to expand beyond the limited inventory we are using up today. As a close friend explains it, "Fossil fuel is fossil thinking". My name is Jon Priest and my DOB is 4/20/1948. I work as a Fleet Maintenance Manager caring for more than 1200 University fleet v...
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Sat, 1 Sep 2012 14:21:13 PDT
waverave, cheap wave power http://www.instructables.com/id/waverave-cheap-wave-power/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/A3HY/H6734N85/FO1A3HYH6734N85.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/A3HY/H6734N85/FO1A3HYH6734N85.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FO1/A3HY/H6734N85/FO1A3HYH6734N85.SMALL.jpg Duplo for Daddies This is inspired by Kiteman's ible /http://www.instructables.com/id/Small-scale-wave-power-free-energy-from-the-beac/ , and can hopefully help in someone making the ultimate cheap and portable wave power plant. The power plant is supposed to be placed on the beach or similar shoreline, and one of t...
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Sun, 26 Aug 2012 05:56:56 PDT
Summertime survivalist Solar water grill http://www.instructables.com/id/Summertime-survivalist-Solar-water-grill/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/LWKE/H673CSNJ/F5HLWKEH673CSNJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/LWKE/H673CSNJ/F5HLWKEH673CSNJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5H/LWKE/H673CSNJ/F5HLWKEH673CSNJ.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is a 43" diameter water parabola lens that can reach in excess of 1,000f  The water lens is running at about 80% of maximum power. The water needs to be distilled, rain or  R/O for maximum power. I used well water to demonstrate that it will work with groundwater. The popcorn was filmed with a ...
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Sat, 25 Aug 2012 11:31:55 PDT
Solar Hot Water DIY EASY Cheap http://www.instructables.com/id/Solar-Hot-Water-DIY-EASY-Cheap/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/RFJW/H6738KQ6/FTURFJWH6738KQ6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/RFJW/H6738KQ6/FTURFJWH6738KQ6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTU/RFJW/H6738KQ6/FTURFJWH6738KQ6.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE Part 2 of a 2 part series showing how to install a cheap cost effective solar hot water heater. Part 1 is available on youtube, this gets to the point. The tubing is safe in excess of 170F in terms of chemical leaching. Do not drink hot shower water;-) If you want a passive exchange system for areas...
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Sat, 25 Aug 2012 11:21:35 PDT
SIMPLE HOMEMADE STILL Distiller Vacuum Tube http://www.instructables.com/id/SIMPLE-HOMEMADE-STILL-Distiller-Vacuum-Tube/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/GW0I/H673CS9Z/FDLGW0IH673CS9Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/GW0I/H673CS9Z/FDLGW0IH673CS9Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDL/GW0I/H673CS9Z/FDLGW0IH673CS9Z.SMALL.jpg GREENPOWERSCIENCE This is an instant way of distilling liquids. The capture method is not the most efficient but does work good for fast setups. The dish is not a necessity as the vacuum tube will boil water with direct sunlight only or the addition of a flat mirror on the back side.
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Sat, 25 Aug 2012 10:56:11 PDT
Pallet Garden Reference Design! Combined with vertical gardening and water recycling! http://www.instructables.com/id/Pallet-gardening-Raised-bed-combined-with-vertic/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/CZ5M/H5TU8LWH/FRNCZ5MH5TU8LWH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/CZ5M/H5TU8LWH/FRNCZ5MH5TU8LWH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/CZ5M/H5TU8LWH/FRNCZ5MH5TU8LWH.SMALL.jpg gaiatechnician This was my first attempt at raised bed pallet gardening and it has since changed into 2 designs! A vertical pallet planter with bucket feet and an inclined pallet garden that slopes a little and the water drains to one end to be recycled.    1 week later and I have added 5 more videos (unlisted)  t...
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Sun, 12 Aug 2012 22:42:35 PDT
WASHER MACHINE REPAIR http://www.instructables.com/id/Made-510-for-fixing-my-own-washer/
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Wed, 8 Aug 2012 06:56:07 PDT
DIY Atmospheric Drinking Water Generator http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Atmospheric-Water-Generator/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/KQPR/H5E9PT6K/F6NKQPRH5E9PT6K.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/KQPR/H5E9PT6K/F6NKQPRH5E9PT6K.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/KQPR/H5E9PT6K/F6NKQPRH5E9PT6K.SMALL.jpg chesterjohn Atmospheric Water Generator Introduction I can't drink the water supplied from our city,  and the atmospheric Water generators out there cost more than many can afford.  So I made one for a little over $300.  That is one sixth the price of a lowest costing unit sold online. Parts 1 - New Dehumidif...
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Fri, 3 Aug 2012 02:55:16 PDT
DIY 275 Gallon Rainwater Collection http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-275-Gallon-Rainwater-Collection/
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Mon, 30 Jul 2012 12:35:00 PDT
Water Saving Barrels http://www.instructables.com/id/Water-Saving-Barrels/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/O7HT/H4VQKRLS/FQEO7HTH4VQKRLS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/O7HT/H4VQKRLS/FQEO7HTH4VQKRLS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQE/O7HT/H4VQKRLS/FQEO7HTH4VQKRLS.SMALL.jpg CountryBoyKy Most every technique on this site for saving water is based on Rainfall. What happens during a drought, no rainfall.  So I got to thinking about collecting water in other ways. We consume between 1500-2000 gallons of water per month, during summer months. Less than 500gallons is used in the Clothes ...
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Fri, 27 Jul 2012 08:19:46 PDT
A 1*1*1 foot Evaporative Cooler (Swamp Cooler) http://www.instructables.com/id/A-111-foot-Evaporative-Cooler-Swamp-Cooler/
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Tue, 17 Jul 2012 10:58:41 PDT
making of table top water fountain http://www.instructables.com/id/making-of-table-top-water-fountain/
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Sat, 14 Jul 2012 05:35:27 PDT
DIY Solar Air Conditioning Unit http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Solar-Air-Conditioning-Unit/
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Thu, 12 Jul 2012 17:26:20 PDT
Mike's Second Aquaponics System http://www.instructables.com/id/Mikes-Second-Aquaponics-System/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/EAED/H3E7JJGF/FWDEAEDH3E7JJGF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/EAED/H3E7JJGF/FWDEAEDH3E7JJGF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWD/EAED/H3E7JJGF/FWDEAEDH3E7JJGF.SMALL.jpg mikeghen The first one that I did was way to small so I decided to upgrade my system. I wanted to test two different methods of growing plants so I created a dual teir grow bed which lets the water flow down through two containers. I added a much larger fish tank so that I could use larger fish (or more fis...
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Thu, 14 Jun 2012 14:42:28 PDT
Mike's Aquaponics System http://www.instructables.com/id/Mikes-Aquaponics-System/ http://cdn.instructables.com/F73/NXE2/H2WEXV6R/F73NXE2H2WEXV6R.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F73/NXE2/H2WEXV6R/F73NXE2H2WEXV6R.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/F73/NXE2/H2WEXV6R/F73NXE2H2WEXV6R.SMALL.jpg mikeghen I built this system based off of images I was looking at online. I just grabbed some stuff that I had in my basement and through this system together. I used two plastic bins. The first is filled 1/2 inch with rocks, the second is filled completely with rocks. I elevated the second one using some b...
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Tue, 12 Jun 2012 20:32:07 PDT
Simple Water Bottle Rockets http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-Water-Bottle-Rockets/
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Fri, 8 Jun 2012 19:18:10 PDT
How to colour mx carburettor hoses http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-colour-mx-carburettor-hoses/
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Thu, 7 Jun 2012 16:04:02 PDT
Simple garden sprinkler with pressure booster home made. http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-garden-sprinkler-with-pressure-booster-home/
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Wed, 16 May 2012 16:34:31 PDT
Simple block weeds and water conveyor http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-block-weeds-and-water-conveyor/
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Mon, 9 Apr 2012 15:18:29 PDT