Garage hacks - keeping it clean and tools
I fixed our fireplace, maybe yours has the same problem. Rather than just throwing out our broken fireplace I thought it was worth taking a quick look at to see if I could fix it. As it turns out, I was able to find the problem, and fix it. I am sure there are several […]
Finding out that the OEM CDI unit PN:32900-13F00 for a Suzuki GZ250 Marauder was over 400.00 new and around 150.00 used I started looking for another answer. After watching some videos and comparing wiring diagrams I found that with a few simple changes the Z250 CDI unit (Pn# 32900-05G10) will work with the GZ250. The […]
After tracing down a no spark condition to the ignition switch I found this Zener diode to be the root of the issue. I had replaced the ignition switch with another purchased online that did not contain it. The Honda ignition switch contains this Zener diode as an anti-theft device to kill the ignition system […]
The (All lights mod) also called the (6 high mod) allows the driver to have his fog lights come on with the high beams. Available on Ebay at: https://www.ebay.com/itm/175417507133 For all lights mod installation instructions see: https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=all+lights+mod For cargo light mod installation instructions see:https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=cargo+light+mod If you have a 2003 – 2007 GM 1500/2500/3500 Chevrolet Truck I have […]
With the use of these adapters you can “often” bypass errors generated by your computers ECU shown as a CEL or check engine light. The spacers change the values being read and reported to the ECU. If you were running without a catalytic converter these could be used to prevent the CEL code from being […]
If you have a faulty airbag here’s how to bypass it. The reason to bypass is to confirm which airbag is bad so you can get the proper one replaced. In most vehicles with airbags if there is a faulty airbag the whole system is disabled. Bypassing will allow the system to become operational again, […]
With the use of a magnet you can magnetize and demagnetize a screwdriver or any other steel tool. By simply rubbing the screwdriver across the magnet it will become magnetized. To demagnetize you can rub the screwdriver across the magnets side instead of it’s face. https://youtu.be/zJbJJpy3azM You can experiment with different magnets. I found that […]
What is baking soda? Well, its bicarbonate of soda. So what’s that? It’s actually a type of salt. The formula is NaHCO3. It is composed of a sodium (Na+) and a bicarbonate (HCO3-). It’s has many uses, here are a few. Odor Control – keep some in the fridge door (also close to the stove) – Also […]
How about a filament out sensor that is also a smoke alarm. Positioning is adjustable due to it being a fixed to a binder clip. Download filament sensor switchbox remix from Thingiverse, or design and print your own box. Next up, make sure your switch fits, modify box if necessary. Now it’s time to mount […]
With gas powered cars, lawn mowers, chainsaws, motorcycles, atv’s it pretty inevitable that at some time your going to get bad gas. Gas starts to go bad in as little as 30 days. After 60 days it begins to effect your equipment. How much it effects it depends upon the equipment and how sensitive it […]
