Monday, September 30, 2019

Whats Inside Portable Battery Jump Starter Compressor (4 in 1)-CENTECH B...



This CENTECH brand portable battery jump starter never did work. It was given to me by a friend who said he wasn't sure if it worked or not. Well, it did not work so I figured I tear it down, take it apart and see what this thing is made of to see what's inside. There really weren't any valuable recyclable materials in here to speak of. I'm sure if you really really took some time. and removed the insulation from some of the wiring or melted some other pieces down you could possible get some redeeming value out of it. There was a small battery inside this unit that could possibly be of some value. It's interesting when you take some of these things apart how much they can fit into one small unit. Very impressive except for the fact that it didn't hold up over time. Regardless, I figured I'd somewhat repurpose this thing before I threw it away by using it as a learning tool for disassembly. One thing I have a habit of saving is some of the fasteners such as the small screws as well as some its and bolts. These have come in handy over the years.

Here's a link to a new one: https://amzn.to/2ngPPwI

Saturday, September 28, 2019

DIY How to Change Flush Mount Household Overhead Light Bulbs-Quick and E...



In this DIY How to Change Flush Mount Household Overhead Light Bulbs-Quick and Easy Tutorial I demonstrate the procedure for making this happen. This is a beginner "For Dummies" style video, however, I can say that there are many of us who have changed a million light bulbs before who have never done ones like this. This is why I felt somewhat compelled to make a DIY "How to" style video showing this simple light bulb replacement for two different styles of flush mounted light bulbs. Only one of which has a glass cover with metal clips holding it in place in the overhead. What a difference it makes to have some nice bright light back into these bathrooms.
Amazon link to voltage tester:
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Thursday, September 26, 2019

DIY Overhead Ceiling Electrical Light Fixture Removal



The first step in this DIY Overhead Ceiling Electrical Light fixture Removal Jon s to turn off the power. You'll want to do this first so you don't shock yourself. The next step is to unscrew the glass fixture cover by unthreading the center holding nut that holds the glass cover in place. Be careful as sometimes this could cause the glass to come down on you or drop on the floor depending on who installed it. Then unscrew the lightbulb. At this point you can unthread the center piece if need be, not required though.

The next step is to get your cordless drill and unscrew or loosed the two screws hold this into place. These are attached to the light fixture electrical box itself. Now give the fixture a little twist and it should come loose. If it's been up there a long time, expect some insulation, dust, and debris to come out so try not to get this on your face or into your eyes. Before touching any wire, I recommend doing a second check to make sure there is no current going through the wires. I always take three precautions when doing this kind of work. I shut the power off at the breaker, shut the power off at the switch, then finally use my voltage tester to make sure I don't get shocked. Once you've confirmed no current flowing through the wires you are about to touch, go ahead and untapped and unthread the existing house wire to remove this old fixture.

Here's an amazon link to a voltage tester: https://amzn.to/2ltV77h

Tuesday, September 24, 2019

DIY BBQ Gas Grill Regulator Replacement- USA to Singapore Simple Conversion



This step by step demonstration shows you how to convert your US gas grill for use in Singapore as well as just showing you how the whole set up goes down and works. The propane bottles have different connections in Singapore, therefore, take a totally different low pressure regular.

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Here's an amazon link to a new Char Broil brand BBQ Outdoor Gas grill: https://amzn.to/2mRMCmC
Exclusive Stainless Steel finish for better style and durability
Stainless Steel burners emit flame from the top to allow for even cooking
Porcelain-coated grease pan is durable and can be removed for quick and simple cleaning
Porcelain coated cast-iron grates are rust-proof and made to last
Reliable electric ignition to fire up your grill and 10, 000 (British Thermal Units) BTU side burner


DIY Coffee Can Toilet Paper Alcohol Light/Stove

This is just a demonstration on a DIY Coffee Can Toilet Paper Alcohol Light/Stove. I do not recommend you try this yourself. This is done with three simple parts. The coffee can, the alcohol, and a toilet paper roll. Extreme burns can result if you are not careful so again, don't try this yourself. The toilet paper roll is inserted into the coffee can and then a little bit of alcohol is dumped in over the toilet paper roll. Following this, the toilet paper is lit creating a nice flame. This is only done outdoors and not to be performed indoors.


Amazon link to Portable Burner:
https://amzn.to/2kTgq1D

On-the-go cooking just got a little simpler with this portable Butane Stove with Carrying Case which is made by Coleman. With an ultra-portable design and included carry case, this stove is ready for any camping adventure and quickly sets up on any outdoor tabletop, supporting up to a 10-inch pan. Attach an 8.8 oz. butane cylinder (sold separately), light the automatic matchless ignition with the turn of a knob, and in no time, you’re cooking with up to 7,650 British Thermal Units (BTU's) of power for up to 1.25 hours. Wind baffles shield your flame from the wind, and a large stable base makes stirring easy. Use your stove for years to come thanks to an easy-to-clean, durable porcelain-coated grate, rust-proof aluminum burner, and made-to-last enameled steel exterior.

Welding Project: Metal Art Wiener dog



I had some extra horseshoes, some chain, and some extra scrap metal from an old trampoline that got thrown in the fire. The old trampoline frame was made out of hollow tube which I cleaned up and pounded the ends down to resemble the back. Before tack welding any of the parts together I cleaned them up down to clean metal. I had on old framing hammer head laying around and some washers for eyes so I welded them together too. I had some brown spray paint laying around so I hit the newly made metal art sculpture dog with a couple coats of it. This was a fun project and was able to give it to my nice neighbors at the time as a gift. They had a dog of similar size and stature.

Here is the welder I use for metal art: https://amzn.to/2mlgQ1a

Monday, September 23, 2019

What’s Inside? Phillips Brand CD Player AM/FM Radio-Take Apart



Found this old non-working Phillips Brand Compact Disc Player AM/FM Radio and decided to make a video showing what's inside it. They are relatively simple when you tear into them. I just used. small Phillips screwdriver for the most part. This CD player was electric but battery powered as well. This was mostly compiled of circuit boards on the inside held together by small Phillips head screws. The speakers were pulled out, the antenna screwed off, all the wiring could mostly be unplugged from the curcuit board. There wasn't a heck of a lot that could be salvaged from this but it was fun to take apart and see how hard the disassemble would be as well as seeing exactly what's inside.



Amazon has one for sale here: https://amzn.to/2l8Ymki



Here's the description: Philips Portable Micro Hi-Fi Music Sound System, CD Player, MP3-CD, CD and CD-R/RW, Dynamic Mega Bass Stereo Boost Speaker, USB Direct Input, and FM Radio, Compact Design,

by Philips Audio



Price: $59.90

Dynamic Bass Boost maximizes your music enjoyment by emphasizing the bass content of the music throughout the range of volume settings

Play MP3-CD, CD and CD-R/RW Audio Playback Loudspeakers Connectivity Tuner Bands: FM Stereo Compact design Bass Reflex Speakers deliver deep and powerful bass

USB Direct for easy MP3 music to the complete file transferability, you can easily enjoy the convenience and fun of accessing more digital music via the built-in USB Direct.

Fantastic sound from the truly compact and stylish Philips Micro Hi-Fi system. Enjoy your favorite MP3-CD tunes and USB Direct playback richly enhanced by powerful Dynamic Bass Boost

Fits any space, any lifestyle Compact design, One in All Hifi USB Direct for easy MP3 music playback USB Direct for easy MP3 music playback



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Friday, September 20, 2019

DIY Kiwi Shoe Polish Can Alcohol Home Made Burner & Cook Egg on Cast Iro...







To make this fun urban survival style DIY Kiwi Shoe Polish Can Alcohol Stove and be able to Cook Egg on a Cast Iron skillet over it's hot flame you'll first want to obtain some alcohol, a kiwi shoe polish can, a cordless drill or at least something to drill holes with. You'll then want to drill numerous tiny holes in the top lid of the kiwi shoe polish can. You'll then want to pop the lid back on after filling it with the isopropyl over the counter alcohol. Then you can go ahead and light it. This makes for a fun homemade burner project.

Amazon link to Kiwi Shoe Polish Can: https://amzn.to/32RRYy2
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Thursday, September 19, 2019

DIY Electrical Kitchen Range Hood Removal



Get rid of that old outdated oven range hood. See the steps on how to do it by watching my DIY Electrical Kitchen Range Hood Removal tutorial. The old oven range hood was a Nutone brand oven range hood. It really needed to be upgraded. Removing the old one and installing the new one was a lot easier than I would have thought. This style is not vented. Meaning, there is no sheet metal ducting going to the outside of the house. This style of range hood just blows it back into the kitchen. Some models have filters on them.

The first step is to shut the power off at the breaker. Ensure the power is off with a good voltage tester as well. Here is a link to a video I made on a good voltage tester used for this purpose: https://youtu.be/F1eoiFjvAO4. After you've verified that the power is off to the range hood, it's time to unscrew the lightbulb that in there and bust out your cordless drill to unscrew the electrical box screw to expose wiring. Couldn't hurt to verify again that the power is off just before touching any wires. Disconnect any the wires coming from the main power. Now unscrew the securing screws from the bottom of the overhead cabinets. Take note of the wiring and colors of wires. Most of them will be white to white, black to black, and then the ground. Now it's time to install the new one.



Amazon link to Braun-Nutone Range Hood: https://amzn.to/32Os8uM

How to Remove a Nissan Frontier Tailgate







This video shows you step by step how to remove a Nissan Frontier Truck tailgate. First you drop the tailgate, then spread each clip on each cable and pull off the rung. Once each cable is loose then close the tailgate (but not fully) only to the 45 degree position. Now it will just pop out. You can have it off in about 5 to 10 seconds with a little practice.



Amazon Link to Tailgate Theft Prevention Device: https://amzn.to/2LYtfkO

Monday, September 9, 2019

DIY-Mountain Security Brand-Door Knob Installation

How to install window screens on house windows


Step by step tutorial in the basics of installing a window screen. The side with the thin metal springy clips attached to it goes in first. The plastic tabs go inward as it makes it ever so slightly tougher to remove from the outside. The trick to getting all four corners inserted is to get three corners in first leaving one slightly out, then the fourth and final corner will barely slip in. In this example I put the right two corners in first because they had the metal spring tabs on them, followed by the upper left corner, then finally the bottom left corner.

Not sure if this is any good: https://amzn.to/34XDKNl

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Sunday, September 8, 2019

Baby Sea Turtles! Bali Indonesia Sea Turtle Conservation and Education c...

Hotpoint Brand Oven Light Bulb Installation


DIY "How to" Hotpoint Brand Oven Light Bulb Installation Tutorial Instructional Demonstration. If you know how to do this then its very easy, but for those of us who don't, well...it can take a minute or two to figure out. If you watch this video, I will show you exactly how to replace the bulb in your Hotpoint Brand Oven. Many people just leave the light bulb in the burned out state for the life of the oven. I couldn't imagine not being able to see what's cooking or what it's looking like.
Many people, like myself are procrastinators. "Well the oven light is out" is what you may tell yourself. It's tough to get in there and get after it as it's one of those things that you can make do without. That being said, it's much nicer to have a working oven light than not. So if you can find the gumption to change out the light bulb, pop open the oven door and get after it. The first thing you want to do is take the securing wire and push or pull it off to the side. This is your first access point to getting this done. Be careful not to drop the glass that goes over it as you do. You can do this all with one hand no problem. So what you want to do is move the wire over while keeping some pressure on the glass and once the wire is pushed over, than sort of captivate and capture the glass. This will allow you to gain access to the light bulb. You will need a headlamp or flashlight for this job. Now take the existing light bulb and unscrew it. Now take your new one and screw it in.
Anyway, hope this little quick video helps you out. Good luck!

Link to the light bulbs: https://amzn.to/2ZVjvOr

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