http://www.instructables.com Sat, 18 May 2013 16:40:43 PDT BLOX v1.01 http://www.instructables.com/id/Jeep-heart-and-Harley-soul/
Jeep heart and Harley soul... - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/71QX/HFSHW48Z/F6R71QXHFSHW48Z.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/71QX/HFSHW48Z/F6R71QXHFSHW48Z.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6R/71QX/HFSHW48Z/F6R71QXHFSHW48Z.SMALL.jpg rizingf3nix So you like your jeep wrangler on the bright sunny days with the top and doors off, but you'd love to ride it feet forward like a Harley? Here's how I did it on mine.  Note the ubiquitous disclaimer: You are responsible for how you use and interpret this information. This is simply a demo of how I ...
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Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 6 May 2013 20:21:54 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Laser-cut-Acrylic-License-Plate-Frame/
Laser-cut Acrylic License Plate Frame - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/OP0Z/HGH6QP0U/FBQOP0ZHGH6QP0U.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/OP0Z/HGH6QP0U/FBQOP0ZHGH6QP0U.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBQ/OP0Z/HGH6QP0U/FBQOP0ZHGH6QP0U.SMALL.jpg tcone For years, my mother refused to go rafting, despite the fact that my dad, my brother, and I took at least a trip a year as we grew up.  Finally, when both my brother and I became guides, she caved and, though apprehensive right up until we finally pushed off from the put-in beach and on edge for a g...
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Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 14 May 2013 15:16:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/No-cd-Player-want-music-in-your-car-No-Problem/
No cd Player? want music in your car? No Problem! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/45S4/HFD1FG9W/FTH45S4HFD1FG9W.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/45S4/HFD1FG9W/FTH45S4HFD1FG9W.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTH/45S4/HFD1FG9W/FTH45S4HFD1FG9W.SMALL.jpg whosLiam How to use your phone,laptop, tablet, mp3 player or old phone as a music player through you car speakers without a cd player or radio! If you like it please vote! I could really use the laser cutter for my rocketry! It would help a lot for making pieces of the apogee detector and piston ejection sy...
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Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 17 Apr 2013 02:12:09 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-a-tachometer/
How to install a tachometer - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/OMMI/H1O5DCY6/FP4OMMIH1O5DCY6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/OMMI/H1O5DCY6/FP4OMMIH1O5DCY6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FP4/OMMI/H1O5DCY6/FP4OMMIH1O5DCY6.SMALL.jpg DIY Dave In this instructable I will show you how I installed an aftermarket tachometer on my ‘91 Chevy S-10. Tachometers are a great tool for your vehicle if you enjoy monitoring your engine speed or idle. In fact, they are nearly a necessity for a vehicle with a manual transmission.  Parts & Tools Parts...
By: DIY Dave

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 25 Feb 2013 18:36:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-cover-a-cars-sunvisors-with-felt/
How to cover a car's sunvisors with felt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/OLZW/HDHXNR06/FFDOLZWHDHXNR06.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/OLZW/HDHXNR06/FFDOLZWHDHXNR06.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFD/OLZW/HDHXNR06/FFDOLZWHDHXNR06.SMALL.jpg SplendidColors Sunlight and heat rotted the fabric on my old beater's sunvisors so the velour peeled away like skin on a zombie, revealing crumbling foam and fiberboard underneath. I had to do something about this, since it was literally in my face when I drove. I didn't care if it looked original or not--it's no...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 24 Feb 2013 00:33:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Perform-a-Vehicle-Maintenance-Service/
How to Perform a Vehicle Maintenance Service - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/271O/HD2RXS83/F3O271OHD2RXS83.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/271O/HD2RXS83/F3O271OHD2RXS83.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F3O/271O/HD2RXS83/F3O271OHD2RXS83.SMALL.jpg djteig Many people automatically think anything that deals with their vehicle maintenance needs to be dealt with by a professional. These instructions will prove otherwise. Approximately every 3,000 to 5,000 miles a vehicle should be serviced. To some people this just means changing the oil, but what a veh...
By: djteig

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 13 Feb 2013 20:12:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Refinishing-Wheels-Polishing-Bolts-and-Nuts-Par/
Refinishing Wheels - Polishing Bolts and Nuts (Part 1 of 3) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/6EBX/HCV923FX/FV56EBXHCV923FX.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/6EBX/HCV923FX/FV56EBXHCV923FX.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/6EBX/HCV923FX/FV56EBXHCV923FX.SMALL.jpg pharcydeabc This instructable goes through the steps that I took to refinish a set of old 3-piece wheels that I had laying around.  The wheels are old Racing Hart Type-C wheels from the early 90's, so they're about 20 years old at this point and were pretty beat up.  I used the facilities and equipment at Techs...
By: pharcydeabc

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 11 Feb 2013 16:37:55 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-the-Front-Inner-Axle-Seals-on-a-99-XJ-D/
Replacing the Front Inner Axle Seals on a '99 XJ Dana 30 Axle. I made it at TechShop." - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/VGCF/HCV91TWI/FYFVGCFHCV91TWI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/VGCF/HCV91TWI/FYFVGCFHCV91TWI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYF/VGCF/HCV91TWI/FYFVGCFHCV91TWI.SMALL.jpg Husafan After taking my comanche wheeling in Pismo Beach I noticed a small puddle gathering around the base of both my front tires. Some checking of the brakes and brake lines revealed that the actual culprit was diff fluid leaking from the ends of the axle tubes. My inner axle seals were shot. ALL WORK IN...
By: Husafan

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 10 Feb 2013 02:05:17 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Restore-Your-Headlights/
How to Restore Your Headlights - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/0HAS/HCJOEFA3/FWW0HASHCJOEFA3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/0HAS/HCJOEFA3/FWW0HASHCJOEFA3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWW/0HAS/HCJOEFA3/FWW0HASHCJOEFA3.SMALL.jpg gmatta This is my first instructable, so I hope all goes well. Headlights begin to fade over time. There's no way around it. As your headlights fade, the amount of light that makes it out of the headlight becomes less, and before you know it, driving at night becomes difficult, but more importantly, dange...
By: gmatta

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 1 Feb 2013 00:07:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Passanger-Sun-Screen/
Passanger Sun Screen - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/1RPI/HAWSI2EN/F321RPIHAWSI2EN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/1RPI/HAWSI2EN/F321RPIHAWSI2EN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F32/1RPI/HAWSI2EN/F321RPIHAWSI2EN.SMALL.jpg jmercado Here is how I made custom full size sun screens for the passenger doors on my '08 Honda Pilot. Some back story. I have seen screens that stretch to maybe the size of my windows, but they had mixed reviews and my wife didn't like the way they looked. I found a shop out of the UK that makes full size...
By: jmercado

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:22:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Exorcising-a-Haunted-Key-Fob/
Exorcising a Haunted Key Fob - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/76Q9/HBNXV5VJ/FLA76Q9HBNXV5VJ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/76Q9/HBNXV5VJ/FLA76Q9HBNXV5VJ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FLA/76Q9/HBNXV5VJ/FLA76Q9HBNXV5VJ.SMALL.jpg Phil B This is the key fob for my 2012 Hyundai Sonata in the key wallet I usually carry. Hyundai owners with this key fob sometimes find the trunk on their cars opened by itself, as if haunted. There is a lot of discussion about this problem on owners' forums. Some are certain it is caused by an electrical...
By: Phil B

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:50:46 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Pimp-my-350Z-armrest/
Pimp my 350Z armrest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/G5U2/HAWSM2PS/F4NG5U2HAWSM2PS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/G5U2/HAWSM2PS/F4NG5U2HAWSM2PS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4N/G5U2/HAWSM2PS/F4NG5U2HAWSM2PS.SMALL.jpg Dr. P Apparently the 2007 Nissan 350Z suffers from an armrest ailment: The paint scratches off very easily. Other than that, the car is perfect. Here's what I did to improve the look. What I used Exacto blade Vinyl and Fabric spray paint (matte black) Painter's tape Sanding block Plastic bag (for maski...
By: Dr. P

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 5 Jan 2013 14:17:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Best-N-Easy-LED-STRIP-CAR-GLOW/
Best N Easy : LED-STRIP CAR GLOW - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4V/3NN9/HAQ3B0CU/F4V3NN9HAQ3B0CU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4V/3NN9/HAQ3B0CU/F4V3NN9HAQ3B0CU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4V/3NN9/HAQ3B0CU/F4V3NN9HAQ3B0CU.SMALL.jpg rohit44524 Inspired By Dark night rises movie , n many cars that have very expensive lights on it . Many cars out there have many Kinds of light on it . One which i find more attractive are horizontal strip lights on front. so i decided to make one for my car ,, here is what i did. Having Our car parked at me...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Jan 2013 11:44:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Replace-instrument-panel-lights-on-2000-2007-Sub/
Replace instrument panel lights on 2000 - 2007 Subaru Impreza - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/S786/HAQ2UHZU/FY5S786HAQ2UHZU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/S786/HAQ2UHZU/FY5S786HAQ2UHZU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY5/S786/HAQ2UHZU/FY5S786HAQ2UHZU.SMALL.jpg bpw89 It's really frustrating when the lights behind your gauges burn out, because you can't tell how fast you're going or how much gas you have left! Luckily they are easy to replace. My car is a 2004 Impreza sedan. This procedure should be identical for all 2000 - 2007 models. Other Subarus will be sim...
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Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 6 Jan 2013 21:36:50 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fiberglass-Car-Front-Speakers/
Fiberglass Car Front Speakers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/LX7M/HAVGJP4E/F6NLX7MHAVGJP4E.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/LX7M/HAVGJP4E/F6NLX7MHAVGJP4E.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6N/LX7M/HAVGJP4E/F6NLX7MHAVGJP4E.SMALL.jpg lost_sanity This is a instructable about how to make your very own Fiberglass speaker shell. My car is a 1994 520i BMW, Its my pride and joy :). This project can be a bit pricey but it is cheaper then buyig custom made ones from a shop. this all up in materials was probably AUD $200, but i brought extras and ...
By: lost_sanity

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 29 Dec 2012 18:38:04 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Velomobile-Three-Seat-Electric-Car/
Velomobile Three Seat Electric Car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/FQH9/HAQ3A3H4/FREFQH9HAQ3A3H4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/FQH9/HAQ3A3H4/FREFQH9HAQ3A3H4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRE/FQH9/HAQ3A3H4/FREFQH9HAQ3A3H4.SMALL.jpg snotty Environmentalist? Give this a try! The problem: Need exercise and local transportation The first solution: Electric bike kit! (excellent parts from ebikes.ca) The new problem: It rains here. A lot. The second solution: A zero emission vehicle with a roof. The plan is to make a car that is light w...
By: snotty

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 30 Dec 2012 15:45:45 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Car-Interior-LED-Lighting-Multicolor/
Car Interior LED Lighting Multicolor - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/VOY3/HANAVVKU/FAUVOY3HANAVVKU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/VOY3/HANAVVKU/FAUVOY3HANAVVKU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FAU/VOY3/HANAVVKU/FAUVOY3HANAVVKU.SMALL.jpg samalert Finally a super project you will like when daylight goes by 6 and dark side captures. If you like or this helped you get into your shoes or inspired to do something similar or more creative than please don't feel shy to VOTE ! I will be contesting for LED contest which closes on 7th Jan 2013 so plea...
By: samalert

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 13 Dec 2012 12:43:42 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Power-Dirstribution-Box/
Power Distribution Box - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/WYFX/HAQ391AO/FSFWYFXHAQ391AO.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/WYFX/HAQ391AO/FSFWYFXHAQ391AO.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FSF/WYFX/HAQ391AO/FSFWYFXHAQ391AO.SMALL.jpg stevie1 For starters, I built a rack for my truck to throw some "off road" lights on.  I wanted a box to control these and some reverse lights.  I also got an old remote starter from my dad that happened to have some aux outputs on it.  As soon as I found this out, I wanted to hook them up to control my lig...
By: stevie1

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 26 Dec 2012 17:11:30 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Rear-Disc-Brake-Job/
How-To Rear Disc Brake Job - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/P852/HAQ39C8V/FU9P852HAQ39C8V.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/P852/HAQ39C8V/FU9P852HAQ39C8V.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU9/P852/HAQ39C8V/FU9P852HAQ39C8V.SMALL.jpg Sonata85 Normal 0 MicrosoftInternetExplorer4 Hello! This page is devoted to doing the REAR disc brakes on a 2002-2005 Hyundai Sonata, but it’s the same general idea for any disc-brake setup. Disc Brakes are pretty easy, as long as you have the right tools, and ta...
By: Sonata85

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2012 07:14:34 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SatNav-Bean-Bag-Dashboard-Mount-for-free/
SatNav Bean Bag Dashboard Mount for free - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/V5PF/HAUNMMTH/FR6V5PFHAUNMMTH.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/V5PF/HAUNMMTH/FR6V5PFHAUNMMTH.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FR6/V5PF/HAUNMMTH/FR6V5PFHAUNMMTH.SMALL.jpg Periwinkle1 So... my SatNav is a rather venerable TomTom One.  I've had it so long because it "does the job it says on the tin".  It must have paid for itself many times over in petrol savings.  The one thing I do not like about it however is the terrible window suction cup, which, no matter how much spittle an...
By: Periwinkle1

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 23 Dec 2012 19:13:37 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-disassemble-and-clean-a-starter-motor-for-a/
How to disassemble and clean a starter motor for a Toyota 22R engine - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/UPQM/HAVGJAY2/FBBUPQMHAVGJAY2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/UPQM/HAVGJAY2/FBBUPQMHAVGJAY2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBB/UPQM/HAVGJAY2/FBBUPQMHAVGJAY2.SMALL.jpg tundrawolf Hello, I enjoy things that last a long time. I'd oftentimes rather maintain an item, rather than replacing it later because it broke, or failed, leaving me stranded.  I have a Toyota Motorhome with a 22R engine, and while I am rebuilding the engine, I decided to re- grease the motor and mechanism....
By: tundrawolf

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 18 Dec 2012 21:53:21 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Brake-job/
Brake job - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ7/WMQ5/RVAEQZJIP3E/FZ7WMQ5RVAEQZJIP3E.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ7/WMQ5/RVAEQZJIP3E/FZ7WMQ5RVAEQZJIP3E.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FZ7/WMQ5/RVAEQZJIP3E/FZ7WMQ5RVAEQZJIP3E.SMALL.jpg geo How to replace the pads on your car's disc brakes.*** NOW UPDATED *** with new retaining clips. See photos step 14.This project won the Technical Video Rental 'Cool Project' award! gather materials Materials:new brake padsbrake disc lube (high temperature synthetic grease)probably, new retainer ...
By: geo

Continue Reading »]]> Tue, 22 Aug 2006 19:13:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-your-car-s-Valve-Cover-Gasket/
Replacing your car's Valve Cover Gasket - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://cdn.instructables.com/FPV/O1TM/GP7EPH67O3B/FPVO1TMGP7EPH67O3B.SQUARE2.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPV/O1TM/GP7EPH67O3B/FPVO1TMGP7EPH67O3B.SQUARE.jpg http://cdn.instructables.com/FPV/O1TM/GP7EPH67O3B/FPVO1TMGP7EPH67O3B.SMALL.jpg trebuchet03 Most cars use a design with overhead cams and a valve cover for service. Over time, the gasket that seals the valve cover to the head wears and eventually fails. Typically you will see leaking oil - but sometimes the leak occurs in the spark plug wells. This is a '93 Saturn SW2 - maintained not so ...
By: trebuchet03

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 14 Jul 2006 00:31:03 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Fuel-Filler-Neck-Bezel/
Fuel Filler Neck Bezel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/D83I/HAFHLBFE/FV6D83IHAFHLBFE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/D83I/HAFHLBFE/FV6D83IHAFHLBFE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV6/D83I/HAFHLBFE/FV6D83IHAFHLBFE.SMALL.jpg dtt900653 For some reason there will always be some part on your car that is no longer available even if your car was made for 30+ years, especially if your car is 40 years old.  In my case I needed a fuel filler neck bezel for a 73 Jeep Wagoneer.  Without the bezel there is nowhere for the gas cap to mount. ...
By: dtt900653

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 12:46:26 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/SS-Muffler-tip/
SS Muffler tip - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/A3X3/HAE69F81/F4BA3X3HAE69F81.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/A3X3/HAE69F81/F4BA3X3HAE69F81.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/A3X3/HAE69F81/F4BA3X3HAE69F81.SMALL.jpg paintphone In this Instructable the makeing of a stainless steel muffler tip made from a recycled water canister/thermos Deciding on placment The appearance of an aftermarket muffler tip that will not rust and costs you under 3 dollars. You have 2 options when you make this muffler tip, the opening of the ...
By: paintphone

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Dec 2012 06:08:00 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Adding-Freon-to-your-automobiles-Air-Condtioning-/
Adding Freon to your automobile's Air Condtioning system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/5HJI/FJD366D6/F995HJIFJD366D6.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/5HJI/FJD366D6/F995HJIFJD366D6.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F99/5HJI/FJD366D6/F995HJIFJD366D6.SMALL.jpg Gort Every automobile parts store I walk in these days has freon for sale. When R-12 was around I was licensed to buy and use it. I thought that was a good thing because you can be severely injured and or do $$ of damage to the system your working on. I decided I would do this instructable for the follo...
By: Gort

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 3 Aug 2008 09:40:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Hack-your-car-badges/
Hack your car badges! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/ICHA/HAH02JDI/FVBICHAHAH02JDI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/ICHA/HAH02JDI/FVBICHAHAH02JDI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVB/ICHA/HAH02JDI/FVBICHAHAH02JDI.SMALL.jpg irmiger This is an oldie, but goodie, taught to me when I was just a wee child by my dad. You can remove most of your vehicle's trim with your dentist's best friend...dental floss! Badges, generally, are stuck to the car using two methods, posts or adhesive tape. Post-mounted badges are easy to remove sinc...
By: irmiger

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 9 Dec 2012 14:31:54 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Paint-Your-Valve-Cover-1/
How to Paint Your Valve Cover - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/LHDE/HA4M8CGE/FJTLHDEHA4M8CGE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/LHDE/HA4M8CGE/FJTLHDEHA4M8CGE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FJT/LHDE/HA4M8CGE/FJTLHDEHA4M8CGE.SMALL.jpg jrdnwaters Painting your valve cover is a fun and artistic way to express yourself through your vehicle and really make the engine bay pop. People do it for fun and to improve their cars, and with a little instruction in an hour or two you can do your own! If you don’t know, the valve cover is the aluminum pla...
By: jrdnwaters

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Dec 2012 08:05:11 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Fiberglass-Cupholder/
Fiberglass Cupholder - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/YKNT/FMMCYOYG/FDWYKNTFMMCYOYG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/YKNT/FMMCYOYG/FDWYKNTFMMCYOYG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDW/YKNT/FMMCYOYG/FDWYKNTFMMCYOYG.SMALL.jpg j626no I have a 1991 Chevy S10 Pickup truck, 5-speed manual transmission. There was always one thing about this vehicle that I never understood, and quite frankly, despised. For some unknown reason, Chevy decided to not include cupholders...in a stick shift. Well I was completely fed up with trying to b...
By: j626no

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 16 Jan 2009 13:49:52 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Burp-your-cars-cooling-system/
How to Burp your car's cooling system - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/N6RF/H9T4QXOQ/FMSN6RFH9T4QXOQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/N6RF/H9T4QXOQ/FMSN6RFH9T4QXOQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMS/N6RF/H9T4QXOQ/FMSN6RFH9T4QXOQ.SMALL.jpg mfrontuto This instructable will walk you through the simple process of "burping" or getting all of the trapped air out of your cars cooling system. This works for ALL Vehicles If you have had any parts replaced on your cars cooling system (radiator, waterpump, new hoses, ect) then there is a chance that you...
By: mfrontuto

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 Nov 2012 00:56:24 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Installing-a-trailer-hitch-on-a-small-car/
Installing a trailer hitch on a small car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/UKAT/FGTXIVHI/FIQUKATFGTXIVHI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/UKAT/FGTXIVHI/FIQUKATFGTXIVHI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIQ/UKAT/FGTXIVHI/FIQUKATFGTXIVHI.SMALL.jpg a.doovz I installed a Class I trailer hitch on a small sedan. I ordered the hitch online. All parts fit perfectly. The supplied instruction sheet was excellent. No body mods were necessary. The job was surprisingly simple. It took me about 2.5 hours total. If you have safety glasses, a torque wrench,...
By: a.doovz

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 29 May 2008 19:23:07 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Restore-metal-bumper/
Restore metal bumper - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/FA2X/H994RT0J/FDKFA2XH994RT0J.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/FA2X/H994RT0J/FDKFA2XH994RT0J.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDK/FA2X/H994RT0J/FDKFA2XH994RT0J.SMALL.jpg alancab My Ford Ranger's bumper was slowly decaying under the announce of rust so I figured I would put an end to it and give it a little TLC. To get this started we're going to gather all the materials we will use to complete this instructable. -Drill -Metal Brush Bit -Impact Drill -5/16 hex bit -Bumper ...
By: alancab

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 10 Nov 2012 11:07:49 PST http://www.instructables.com/id/Changing-engine-oil/
Changing engine oil - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/PWM3/H8W1VBP2/FRPPWM3H8W1VBP2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/PWM3/H8W1VBP2/FRPPWM3H8W1VBP2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRP/PWM3/H8W1VBP2/FRPPWM3H8W1VBP2.SMALL.jpg rewagen This Instructable is a simple step-by-step on how to change the engine oil in your car. For this example I used a 2003 Buick Park Avenue Ultra however the process is basically identical on most vehicles.  Safety First! Do not attempt any repairs or maintenance to a vehicle if it is beyond your kn...
By: rewagen

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 22:21:35 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/What-products-to-use-and-how-to-wax-a-vehicle/
What products to use and how to wax a vehicle - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/CJX2/H8FYP6G4/F59CJX2H8FYP6G4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/CJX2/H8FYP6G4/F59CJX2H8FYP6G4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F59/CJX2/H8FYP6G4/F59CJX2H8FYP6G4.SMALL.jpg nikolast Quickly remove any doubts you have about waxing your vehicle. Follow these simple steps and see your car shine like never before! Background: I have waxed and detailed cars professionally at dealerships and in my spare time for other individuals. Also, I have waxed large boats for boat dealerships....
By: nikolast

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 13:53:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-the-brake-pads-on-a-standard-passenger-c/
Replacing the brake pads on a standard passenger car. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/ABLP/H8TTO244/F8AABLPH8TTO244.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/ABLP/H8TTO244/F8AABLPH8TTO244.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8A/ABLP/H8TTO244/F8AABLPH8TTO244.SMALL.jpg tdwarnke Are your car's brakes making a grinding noise every time you apply the brake? Are you running low on cash or just don't trust any mechanic with your special baby? Do you have access to a few basic tools and not afraid to get your hands a little dirty? Well if you said yes to the three questions list...
By: tdwarnke

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 15:47:44 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Changing-break-pads-Disk-breaks-1995-GTP-Grand-/
Changing brake pads- Disc brakes. (1995 GTP Grand Prix) - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/RANM/H8RK953B/FXNRANMH8RK953B.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/RANM/H8RK953B/FXNRANMH8RK953B.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXN/RANM/H8RK953B/FXNRANMH8RK953B.SMALL.jpg tloon Here is a simple step by step on how to change your brake pads on your vehicle in this case I used a 1995 Grand Prix but the equipment is the same for most models with disk brakes. You will need -Jack Stand -Floor Jack or Lift -New Brake Pads -A Normal Hammer -Large Hammer** -Impact wrench or a bre...
By: tloon

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 18:58:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-remove-the-engine-from-a-96-Camaro/
How to remove the engine from a '96 Camaro - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/P9W3/H8RVBN4O/FWQP9W3H8RVBN4O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/P9W3/H8RVBN4O/FWQP9W3H8RVBN4O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FWQ/P9W3/H8RVBN4O/FWQP9W3H8RVBN4O.SMALL.jpg xxmasimoxx Every once in a while, there comes the need to remove the engine from your vehicle. This could be for several reasons; to replace the engine, to rebuild it, to clean it, or just to change one part on it. I have created a short set of instructions here that aren't too specific. This will focus around...
By: xxmasimoxx

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 29 Oct 2012 20:03:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-a-Car-Convertible-Top/
Replacing a Car Convertible Top - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/UPF3/H8TTNSBS/FVCUPF3H8TTNSBS.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/UPF3/H8TTNSBS/FVCUPF3H8TTNSBS.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVC/UPF3/H8TTNSBS/FVCUPF3H8TTNSBS.SMALL.jpg AnubisAndIsis One of the things we love most about living in San Diego is the temperate climate, which demands a convertible. The awesomeness of cruising around with the top down is priceless, and we picked up a great deal on a '98 Cabrio. Like most used cars, it had a couple signs of use - the worst sign of wea...
By: AnubisAndIsis

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 28 Oct 2012 16:20:41 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Repairing-a-cars-console-armrest/
Repairing a car console armrest - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/U1P8/H7ME2UNR/FHSU1P8H7ME2UNR.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/U1P8/H7ME2UNR/FHSU1P8H7ME2UNR.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FHS/U1P8/H7ME2UNR/FHSU1P8H7ME2UNR.SMALL.jpg Winged Fist My wife an I recently purchased a "new" used car, and one of the defects was damaged upholstery on the armrest, which also serves as the lid for the compartment between the two fronts seats. This wasn't a deal breaker, but it was annoying enough that I set out to replace it. What I quickly found wa...
By: Winged Fist

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 28 Sep 2012 14:22:29 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Xenon-projector-upgrade/
Xenon projector upgrade. - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/DV27/H6738YU8/F8MDV27H6738YU8.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/DV27/H6738YU8/F8MDV27H6738YU8.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8M/DV27/H6738YU8/F8MDV27H6738YU8.SMALL.jpg hells-oui Want to upgrade to xenon's bulbs or HID's? Pic 1: You should have the right optics. Pic 2: Or your car is going to look like this to oncoming traffic. Pic 3: Xenon projectors tested with an LED Flashlight - No Glare Skill Level: Intermediate Parts: Morimoto Mini H1 Projectors             Xenon ...
By: hells-oui

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 12 Sep 2012 15:39:59 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-wire-DVR-in-a-Subaru/
How to wire DVR in a Subaru - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/4XF9/H6735PK3/F4B4XF9H6735PK3.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/4XF9/H6735PK3/F4B4XF9H6735PK3.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F4B/4XF9/H6735PK3/F4B4XF9H6735PK3.SMALL.jpg messyworkbench This is my first instructable and I welcome all constructive criticism.  A while back I bought a cheap DVR from China for my car.  Well it lasted about a month so I guess I got what I paid for.  I decided to get a true DOD DVR and tracked down their distributor to ensure I do not get another knock ...
By: messyworkbench

Continue Reading »]]> Mon, 10 Sep 2012 18:34:01 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Changing-brakes-on-a-Honda-CRV/
Changing brakes on a Honda CRV - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/NPL9/H6MF37FV/FN4NPL9H6MF37FV.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/NPL9/H6MF37FV/FN4NPL9H6MF37FV.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FN4/NPL9/H6MF37FV/FN4NPL9H6MF37FV.SMALL.jpg madebywales Step by step instruction on changing front brakes on a CRV.  Always use jack stands when working with a lifted vehicle!!!!! Lift vehicle at lift at specified lift points(see owners manual). Place jacks under vehicle at specified locations(again,see owners manual). Remove lug nuts and ti...
By: madebywales

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 6 Sep 2012 09:24:45 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Plasti-Dip-on-the-Grille/
Plasti Dip on the Grille - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/XS98/H6735CMZ/F2QXS98H6735CMZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/XS98/H6735CMZ/F2QXS98H6735CMZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F2Q/XS98/H6735CMZ/F2QXS98H6735CMZ.SMALL.jpg edonnell This is my first Instructable, so bear with me. I recently found out of a wonderful material, called Plasti Dip.  Its available most places, but i picked mine up at a Lowe's close to my hometown. I think this stuff is cool and I'll definitely be doing some more stuff with it later on, so stay tuned...
By: edonnell

Continue Reading »]]> Wed, 5 Sep 2012 14:39:10 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Patch-a-truck-bench/
Patch a truck bench - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/Y9AX/H6730WTN/F7BY9AXH6730WTN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/Y9AX/H6730WTN/F7BY9AXH6730WTN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F7B/Y9AX/H6730WTN/F7BY9AXH6730WTN.SMALL.jpg Zibodiz I just bought a used truck in great shape, except for a nasty hole in the bench seat.  Thankfully, that's pretty easy to fix.  Of course, this isn't for show cars, but a work truck doesn't need to be pretty; just functional. Materials needed First, you need some material to to use as a patch.  De...
By: Zibodiz

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Sep 2012 20:41:56 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-make-a-custom-seat-bracket-for-your-car/
How to make a custom seat bracket for your car - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/XGKL/H6FC1MO7/FK3XGKLH6FC1MO7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/XGKL/H6FC1MO7/FK3XGKLH6FC1MO7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FK3/XGKL/H6FC1MO7/FK3XGKLH6FC1MO7.SMALL.jpg kroymander There are many reasons for replacing the seats in your car, ranging from spills and tears in the current seats, to full-blown race car conversions.  Whatever the reason, aftermarket seats can be pricey, and the pre-made brackets that manufacturers sell with them are pricey as well, and that's IF the...
By: kroymander

Continue Reading »]]> Sat, 1 Sep 2012 00:30:39 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-your-own-creative-nurf-bars-for-a-classic-bug/
Plasma cut AR15 bumpers - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/P4XP/H6I6WHV7/FCDP4XPH6I6WHV7.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/P4XP/H6I6WHV7/FCDP4XPH6I6WHV7.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FCD/P4XP/H6I6WHV7/FCDP4XPH6I6WHV7.SMALL.jpg JessicaM. I was hating the way my old bumpers were looking on my 1968 vw bug so I made my own AR15 replacement bumpers!  I was able to create the entire project using the machines and tools at techshop menlo park.  I used the old bumper brackets, 3/16 mild steel, the cnc plasma cutter, corel draw, sandblaster...
By: JessicaM.

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 31 Aug 2012 22:07:40 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Mini-Restoration-67-Austin-Healey-Sprite-MKiV/
Mini Restoration: '67 Austin Healey Sprite MKiV - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/C2VI/H5ECNEQ5/F77C2VIH5ECNEQ5.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/C2VI/H5ECNEQ5/F77C2VIH5ECNEQ5.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F77/C2VI/H5ECNEQ5/F77C2VIH5ECNEQ5.SMALL.jpg hells-oui This mini resto was a surprise birthday gift for my father's 60th. I expected this first attempt at an automotive restoration to exhaust my skill set and help develop more. Looking back I definitely bit off more than I could chew, especially with a 6 month timeline and f/t job. I scoured the interwe...
By: hells-oui

Continue Reading »]]> Sun, 26 Aug 2012 19:12:28 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Garage-Laser-Parking-System/
Garage Laser Parking System - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/8NBD/H5Y9W9V1/FH48NBDH5Y9W9V1.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/8NBD/H5Y9W9V1/FH48NBDH5Y9W9V1.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FH4/8NBD/H5Y9W9V1/FH48NBDH5Y9W9V1.SMALL.jpg fixxxer This Instructable will show you how to create your own garage laser parking system (the modern day version of the tennis ball on a string.)  Stop now if you don't have a basic understanding of electronics or how to safely use a multimeter.  I take no responsibility for any damage done to you, others...
By: fixxxer

Continue Reading »]]> Fri, 24 Aug 2012 07:50:17 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replacing-Dash-Lights-in-B5-A4/
Replacing Dash Lights in B5 A4 - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/AYS6/H672LVBN/FDDAYS6H672LVBN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/AYS6/H672LVBN/FDDAYS6H672LVBN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FDD/AYS6/H672LVBN/FDDAYS6H672LVBN.SMALL.jpg katybeesh I have a 1997 A4, and a couple of the dash lights were out, so I went to the dealer and bought some bulbs, WITH the socket.  It's really important you get the ones with the socket, because you can't just replace the bulb. [At least I couldn't figure out how to do it] Anyways, you'll need torx screw...
By: katybeesh

Continue Reading »]]> Thu, 23 Aug 2012 15:46:34 PDT http://www.instructables.com/id/Replace-the-Sideview-Mirror-on-a-2010-Hyundai-Sant/
Replace the Sideview Mirror on a 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/VBM8/H63P4445/FUVVBM8H63P4445.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/VBM8/H63P4445/FUVVBM8H63P4445.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUV/VBM8/H63P4445/FUVVBM8H63P4445.SMALL.jpg ProfMuggs Parking in Manhattan is hazardous for your car. Unfortunately, the parking garages aren't much safer. We came to get our Santa Fe and mysteriously the mirror was broken, but the valet didn't know anything about it. Parking was free that night, but I didn't have much luck getting money for a replacem...
By: ProfMuggs

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