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How to Install a Handle in a Sledgehammer
You know you're working hard when you need to replace the handle on a sledge hammer. All that pounding takes its toll, and the occasional glancing blow on the handle doesn't help. Hammer handles rarely break completely in two -- usually its a split, crack or missing chunk that makes the tool unsafe
Finding Cheap Parts For Your Lincoln
Searching online is another way of finding cheap parts for your Lincoln that can save you time and effort. A quick search can turn up hundreds of companies that feature hard-to-find parts for all models and years of Lincoln.
How to Install a Thermostat on an Integra
The Integra was a compact sports-coupe manufactured by Honda and sold under their luxury brand name, Acura. The Integra was sold in the United States from 1985 to 2001, when it was replaced by the Acura RSX. Other than paying more for the part, changing the thermostat in an Acura Integra isn't much
How to Replace the U-Joints on a 1998 Jeep Cherokee
The universal joints on your 1998 Jeep Cherokee carry motion from the axles to the wheels and give the suspension and axle the ability to go up and down when the axles rotate. If you have been hearing squeaks, pops, or squeals coming from the universal joints when you drive, replace your universal j
How to Gelcoat a Canoe
The idea of gelcoating a canoe intimidates a lot of folks. While restoring the gelcoat on a fiberglass boat is a rather more formidable job than painting, it's still within the capabilities of most shade-tree craftsmen. Everything you need to handle the job can be bought for a reasonable amount. All
How to Replace an Oxygen Sensor in a Jeep
The oxygen sensors on your Jeep meter the amount of oxygen to fuel burning and communicate to the computer of the Jeep when there is a variance of rich or lean mixture. After a while, due to heat and age, the sensors break down and need to be replaced. Since your Jeep may have multiple oxygen sensor
How to Raise the Front End of a GMC 2500
Certain repairs require you to lift the vehicle so that parts can be inspected, accessed or removed. The GMC 2500 is a large, heavy truck, so you will need a strong, sturdy jack designed to lift trucks. Once the truck is lifted you can proceed with the desired repair. The process of raising the truc
How to Make Sure You Pass You MOT Test
With MOT tests getting much tougher, it is a worry on most people's minds that their car is going to fail. However, a fail does not necessarily mean you car is a death trap and ...
How to Change a Side Headlamp Directional Bulb on a 2002 GMC Envoy
The 2002 GMC Envoy marked the return of the Envoy to the market to replace the GMC Jimmy. To change the side headlamp directional bulb in the 2002 Envoy, you will need a #3157 turn-signal bulb, which is available at auto parts retailers and GMC dealers. Buy replacement bulbs and change them at home
Soft Top Jeep Wrangler Instructions
Jeep, established in 1941, is the oldest off-road vehicle. Many find this a great family vehicle, a car for towing or even for 4x4 driving. Many find personalization a great part of owning a jeep, as there are many products available to make ones' vehicle unique. The soft top is a popular choice for
How to Install Boat Stands
Boating is a great way to relax with your family and friends on the weekends. During the off-season, it is important to protect your investment by properly storing the vessel. This is typically done out of the water, on dry land. It is a challenge to park a round hull on the flat ground, so boat sta
How to Replace Wiper Blades on the Chevy S10
Bad wiper blades not only diminish driving visibility during a storm, but also may cause your car to fail inspection. New wipers are affordable and easy to install. Wipers are widely available from automotive parts stores or discount retailers. The toughest choice is picking a brand of wiper suite
How do I Change the O2 Sensor on a 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe?
The 2002 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with two oxygen (O2) sensors within the exhaust system. Designed to control the fuel consumption based on the oxygen in your car’s exhaust, the oxygen sensors thread into the exhaust manifold and catalytic converter of your Santa Fe. When the car’s f
How to Repair Headlight Film
While it is true that a vehicle's headlights are one of the most important safety features it has, they are only as good as the lenses they shine through. Over time all headlight lenses will develop a film, often yellow, that will act as a filter, cutting the quality of light emanating from the head
How to Replace the Belt in a Honda
Replacing Honda engine drive belts, or accessory belts as they are commonly called, is a key repair. Drive belts wear over time because of the heat in the engine bay and stress placed on the belt through continuous tension. The belt begins to crack and eventually breaks, causing one of your accessor
DIY: Clean Out a Car's Fuel Tank
Cleaning out a car's fuel tank might seem like an easy proposition at first, but the inside of an old fuel tank is one of the nastiest environments imaginable. It's not enough to simply unbolt the fuel tank, dump some water and dish detergent into it and swish some chain around inside; the fuel tank
How to Change the Oil in a 1995 Toyota Corolla
Oil is the lifeblood of car engines, as it provides the necessary lubricant for moving all those gears and parts that give your car its go. Changing the oil is a basic skill that is particularly uncomplicated in a 1995 Toyota Corolla, which has a very basic engine chassis. Change the oil in your Cor
How to Use a Jump Charger to Charge Car Batteries
A jump charger, or jump box, is a portable device that can restart a car that has a dead battery. A jump charger is essentially a portable battery with jump cables built into it, so you can use it in the same way you would use a running car to jump start your dead battery. Once you restart your car
How to Recover Car Seat Upholstery
The upholstery on car seats protects the seats and offers a comfortable surface for the passengers to sit on. Due to constant use and wear, car seat upholstery will eventually need to be replaced or recovered. A car owner has two choices. Seat covers can be made by hand and installed in place of the