So, your children have the same old boring Fisher-Price Power Wheels that all the other kids on the block have. Do you really want your child to be like all of the rest? No, I didn't think so. Turn those miniature Power Wheels, Dumar or Peg Perego vehicles into a little bit of realism, if you can handle it. All it takes is a little modification and you'll be wishing you were five again. With a few simple hacks, your son and daughter will be burning rubber, jumping curbs and burying those othe...
Any bObsweep vacuum needs regular maintenance at home. All owners should know how to change and clean the main and side brushes, empty the dustbin, and replace the filters inside.
If your headlights are not working when you pull the switch or if your turn signals are the only things working, Then your headlight switch might be broken. This is often due to loose connections or wear and tear on the part itself. The first thing I would highly recommend before starting this project is to make sure that your connections at the headlights are tight. You can test this by simply putting a piece of foil in the connector or by bending the prongs slightly. Also check to see if yo...
Video: . This is how I replaced the warn ball joints on my 2000 Pontiac Grand Prix GTP. This should be similar for Buick Regals from 1997-2003, Grand Prix from 1997-2008, and Chevy Monte Carlos from 2000-2007.
This is how I upgraded my 2002 Monte Carlo End Link and Sway Bar Bushing to Polyurethane ones from MOOG. My factory hollow sway bar broke and it was replaced with a 33mm solid one from Dorman.
Learn how to repair,fix or replace the damaged end on your garden hose. This video will show you how easy this repair is to do and will save you a ton of money.
The video gives you a step by step tutorial how to replace the steering gear boots of a Volkswagen Passat B3 without dismounting the steering gear.
Do you like everything about your apartment, except for that unsightly ceiling light fixture? No need to replace it, just cover it up with a DIY drum shade – it will instantly give your room a more sophisticated and personalized look. See how easy it is to make a customized drum shade that will fit any décor, all with inexpensive and easily sourced materials. This is do it yourself lighting on a budget that’s perfect for renters and anyone looking for a quick upgrade to their lighting fixtures.
Shrimp skewers are delish, and go especially well with some fresh made marinara sauce. But sometimes you want a deeper, richer flavor in the meat itself.
If your car overheats in traffic but not on the highway, you may have a broken radiator fan clutch. In this video you'll learn how to find and fix this problem on a truck, with special consideration for the massive size of such vehicles.
The patient in this auto maintenance video is an 04 Mazda van that surges at idle but works perfectly otherwise. This video will give you a quick tip on diagnosing this idle surge problem before you start replacing parts.
Changing the fuel filter on your car isn't too hard and is great way to save money for the DIY automotive enthusiast. This video will teach you how to replace the fuel filter on a Ford Escape, but these principles apply to most other cars too.
Ford Explorers have a weird problem where the lo-beam headlights won't work even after the bulbs and fuses have been replaced. This is because they draw their power from the lamp out module, and this often breaks. Learn how to fix it in this video.
Fort Triton engine offer a lot of power and value, but do have a tendency to blow out their own spark plugs. Watch this video to learn how you can use a special tool to drill out, re-trap, and install an insert that will fix your spark plugs without having to take the head off the motor.
Replacing the starter on a GM 4.2 might not sound too hard, but it is trickier than it sounds because the starter itself is hard to locate. Watch this video to learn exactly where it is and what to look for.
Everyone is looking for a way to reduce their energy bill when it comes to heating and central air conditioning. The key to a low bill is to make sure your house's system is running efficiently. Check or replace your filters, regularly clean vents and maintain your thermostat at a reasonable temperature.
Cleaning and overhauling each bike company's pedals is different. This video focuses on how to overhaul, clean, and and replace the bearing on Crank Bros bicycle brakes. It features step-by-step instructions and a demonstration, allowing you to spend less money having your bike fixed at the shop!
Misplace your Microsoft Windows Vista Recycle Bin? Looking for instructions on how to replace it? It's easy! So easy, in fact, that this free home computing how-to can present a complete (and somewhat talky) overview of the process in just under a minute's time. For specifics, and to recover your own Vista Recycle Bin, watch this PC user's guide.
Brighten skies with Adobe Photoshop. Whether you're new to Adobe's popular image editing software or simply looking to pick up a few new tips and tricks, you're sure to benefit from this free video tutorial, which offers a step-by-step guide to enhancing dull skies using Photoshop's various color and contrast adjustment tools.
Spring is a great time to put down mulch. Dave Epstein helps you figure out whether yours needs replacing this spring and, if so, how much to put down. Mulch improves the look of your garden bed, keeps weeds down and keeps moisture in the soil. You want to be careful not to add too much soil as it can keep moisture out and rain or water will not be able to reach the soil.
If you need to align the transmission on your DeWalt DW987 drill, you need to get remove the transmission by taking your time to make sure it stays in one piece. Make sure you have all the gears are together. Line up the slots when replacing the transmission and pull the trigger to make sure you're getting the transmission gears where they need to go.
If your ignition coil is out on your lawn trimmer, you will probably have to replace it. You can easily test the ignition with a spark tester before removing it to see if it is indeed your ignition coil. There are a number of things that can go wrong with the ignition, it can simply just not create a spark anymore or it can be acting up where you're lucky if you get it to start up when you need it to.
If you need to get into your 2nd generation iPod to replace a part or see what is wrong with it. The best way to take it apart is to use a very thin tool, you will see how to take it apart the 2nd gen iPod using a putting knife. Make sure you release all 4 sides of the iPod before yanking it out as you can cause some damage if you do not know what is inside.
Nothing is worse than bed bugs, right? Those pesky little creatures can make you seriously uncomfortable and cost you tons of money replacing furniture. But you can treat your furniture without spending money or having to throw it out. You will need to inspect everything thoroughly and make sure to to follow every step properly. This video will show you how to treat furniture for bed bugs.
Love Microsoft Excel? This clip contains a tip that just might induce you to. With this free video tutorial from ExcelIsFun, the 39th installment of his "YouTubers Love Excel" or YTLE series of free video MS Excel lessons, you'll learn how to use the RIGHT, LEN, FIND & REPLACE functions in a formula to deliver a sheet tab name to a cell!
Video games can be quite expensive, especially if you're a serious gamer building up a collection. The last thing you want to do is replace games you've already paid for. Learn how to backup your games so you never have to buy a second copy. This video will show you how to copy XBox 360 games without a mod chip.
Did you know if that if you tilt your XBox machine you can seriously ruin your game discs? Tilting the console will cause grinding, which can make a huge circular scratch around the bottom of your game discs. In this tutorial, learn how to fix your games at home so that you don't have to replace them.
Are you at a Reason/Record dead-in? WonderHowTo is full of tutorials for this recording software. In this Reason tutorial, learn how to replace a drum sample within a recording.
Make a DIY wood sanding block for smooth surfacing with help from this video tutorial hosted by the can-do man, Ron Hazleton.
Mark Donovan of Home Addition Plus goes over the key features and benefits of the Rockwell reciprocating saw with active vibration canceling technology. A reciprocating saw is a type of saw in which the cutting action is achieved with a push and pull reciprocating motion on the blade. A positive feature of the Rockwell is that there are no tools needed to replace the blade and it acts great with all materials including wood, metal, plastic, and/or aluminum.
Lear how to replace your bike's inner tube! Remove wheel from bike. Quick release on front is easier. If you have wheel nuts you'll need some tools. Shift derailler to slack chain, then it's easy. Use a tire lever to take the outer tire. Feel along the tire to locate the puncture site.
Watch this video to learn a simple cheat that will make your paper longer. Good trick to know when you are in a crunch and need to stretch your class paper. You will need to use your existing term paper and either Microsoft Word or Open Office to use the Find&Replace command. Here's some forums you can post anonymously with other like-minded, less scrupulous people: http://academicdishonesty.net
This is a simple easy to follow walkthrough on replacing the Potentiometer on the old Atari 2600 paddles. This is a classic video game console from the 80s. The paddles are the old school controllers for the Atari console.
Get an instant boob job, just by putting on the right bra. Wear a white t-shirt when you go bra shopping (if your breasts look good under a white shirt, they will look good under other colored shirts as well). Learn how to calculate your correct bra size. Minimize the appearance of back fat and accentuate your cleavage. Replace your bras every six months.
This is the first drum editing video in Pro Tools from thestudiofiles.com.
This Photoshop CS3 tutorial covers the benefits of designing your albums with smart objects. Learn how to use Photoshop smart objects in a flush mount album design scenario. Using smart objects makes it easy to replace images with other images without ruining the layers and layout of the album itself. Perfect for picky clients!
Has it been a while since you last changed your guitar strings? This video tutorial presents a complete, step-by-step guide to the string changing process. Specifically, this tutorial addresses how to buy the right strings, what tools you'll need, and how to remove and replace your guitar's old strings. For more, take a look!
You can personalize your guitar with a cool, and original pickguard. Check out this tutorial on how to change a Strat or electric guitar pickguard. You can change your pickguard yourself with this easy to follow how to video.
Accidents will happen. This brief how-to will guide you through the process of taking apart your 13" MacBook's display quickly and efficiently without damaging any of the components, the first necessary step of any successful repair. This tutorial will also be of use to those who wish to learn more about the guts of their MacBooks without actually disassembling their units. Replace your own display with this video tutorial.
Learn how to steal a flame from a Zippo and put it back on. This trick is called Twilight zone because you grab the flame with your hand and then replace it magically.
