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Make an arc welder with a car battery & pocket change

How to make an arc welder with a car battery & pocket change

Amazing. This is so MacGyver, inspired by the man with the ingenuity of a pioneer or inventor.

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Magnetize a screwdriver

How to magnetize a screwdriver

Use your car battery to magnetize any screwdriver, wrench or metal tool. This is a wiz of a trick. Try it out with caution, though ...

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How to make an arc welder with a car battery & pocket change

Make an arc welder with a car battery & pocket change

The quarters, because they are mostly copper (over ninety percent ...more

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Curated 10 months ago by bird crick | Comments 9
Views 13,757

How to polish a stainless steel roller using Autosol

Polish a stainless steel roller using Autosol

Watch this video tutorial from the Polish Guy to see how to polish a ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
Views 3,112

How to sink a nail into a hard surface without bending

Sink a nail into a hard surface without bending

This helpful little video will show you how to beat a nail into a hard ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by marek080580 | Comments 2
Views 2,242

How to fix and maintain a chainsaw

Fix and maintain a chainsaw

Emmy Award winning mechanic Scotty Kilmer changes the pace somewhat in this video tutorial from his usual vehicle maintenance and repair ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
Views 5,410

How to keep your snow shovel de-iced for easy snow removal

Keep your snow shovel de-iced for easy snow removal

Check out this DIY video tutorial from Curbly ...more

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Curated 6 months ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 648

How to magnetize a screwdriver

Magnetize a screwdriver

This will show you how to magnetize your screwdrivers. Very easy to do, and very handy when working in tight spaces. Don't drop any more ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 8
Views 10,806

How to repair a Tecumseh lawnmower

Repair a Tecumseh lawnmower

Check out these three video tutorials on how to fix three different Tecumseh lawnmowers. After watching these videos, you'll be a lawnmower ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 2,937

How to replace a Zippo wick

Replace a Zippo wick

This video will show you how to replace a wick in a standard Zippo lighter. This method can also be used in many other similar style ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 2,786

How to sharpen a lawn mower blade

Sharpen a lawn mower blade

Learn how you can sharpen your mower blade with this step by step tutorial. After time and use your lawn mower blade will dull. Watch this ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 3
Views 13,022

How to sharpen an axe

Sharpen an axe

In this video, Becky teaches you how to sharpen an axe.

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
Views 8,861

How to install a deadbolt

Install a deadbolt

There are many different types of deadbolt locks, including ones that use levers, keys, or combinations. After picking the right one for ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by God | Comments 0
Views 440

How to maintain a lawn mower

Maintain a lawn mower

Get ready for the cutting season by making sure your lawn mower (especially the motor) is in top shape. This video shows you everything you ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Pigeonchicken | Comments 0
Views 2,891

How to make a hot knife for cutting plastic

Make a hot knife for cutting plastic

Sometimes easy is the answer, as you'll see in this video on how I finally made a hot knife for cutting plastic.

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Curated 1 year ago by VideoJug | Comments 0
Views 2,370

How to make a simple silicone mold

Make a simple silicone mold

This video segment will show you the basics of working with the TAP Silicone RTV System. This will explain how to measure the proper ratios.

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Curated 1 year ago by Mr. S | Comments 0
Views 1,440

How to make a urethane mold

Make a urethane mold

This video segment will show you how to make a simple urethane mold using TAP Urethane RTV System.

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Curated 1 year ago by Mr. S | Comments 0
Views 911

How to make the pot that cannot spill

Make the pot that cannot spill

Ever worked on a painting project and had the paint spill everywhere? This quick and easy pot made from a plastic soda bottle and tape will ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 1
Views 1,401

How to operate an excavator or track hoe

Operate an excavator or track hoe

Basic instructions on how to operate an excavator (track hoe). This is a simple video geared toward children.

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Curated 1 year ago by bird crick | Comments 1
Views 2,381

How to replace the float valve in a toilet tank

Replace the float valve in a toilet tank

If your system keeps filling up and won't shut off, you will probably need to switch out your toilet's float valve. Make sure to turn off ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 7,192

How to sharpen a dovetail saw

Sharpen a dovetail saw

Furniture maker Chris Gochnour demonstrates how to revive a dull dovetail saw or turn a mediocre saw into a high-performance tool. In this ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by The Wonder Team | Comments 0
Views 335

How to unstick rusted nuts and bolts

Unstick rusted nuts and bolts

Never be frustrated by a rusted nut and bolt again with this foolproof removal method. Loosen as much rust as possible off the nut with a ...more

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Curated 8 months ago by Howcast | Comments 0
Views 3,885

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Super Slim and Sexy Xbox Mod

iPods are getting smaller and smaller each year. Why not Xbox? Bandit5317 has made an 1-inch thick Xbox. The ultimate Xbox mod: super slim. Pay attention, Microsoft. The "Xbox Micro" has a ...

Laser Coil Gun Shoots Bullets on Pure Electricity

Wow, kudos to Daniel Eindhoven for his incredible laser-lit coil gun. This bad boy shoots bullets on pure electricity and can shoot up to 85 km/hr. Daniel's specs: Fully semi-automatic, up to 14 shots ...

Who Says Gardening and Hot Dogs Don't Mix?

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How Iron Man Shoulda Looked (if he wasn't all CGI)

Kogoro Kurata, master ironsmith, known for his massive, impressive metalworking. His creations are awe-inspiring. Any blacksmith or engineer would agree. Kurata: "Being an artisan means you need ...

Two Girls, One Bike (watch this and weep, all BMX'ers)

Watch your back, Danny MacAskill, these fräuleins sure know how to maneuver a bicycle. Whew! Ladies. Shwesters, in fact. (Sisters). Carla. Henriette. Impressive, impressive cycling. European ...

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