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How to Remove Die Cast Car Wheels
Die cast model cars are great to display in plastic cases or on shelves, but these cars sometimes need to be cleaned or repaired. The wheels of die cast cars are often sensitive; so if the model is dropped, chances are the wheel might crack, thus needing repair. Dust can also accumulate on the wheel
Woodworking Tools in 18th Century America
Before the advent of electricity and power tools, woodworkers of the 18th century relied on more primitive means to shape wood and prepare it for use in larger projects. Foot-powered lathes spun table legs for shaping, and hammer and nails often helped to secure joints, but paring wood down to size,
How Do I Ride Mimiana in "MapleStory"?
"MapleStory" is a free massively multiplayer online role-playing game. It features an expansive world, and traveling between locations can be time-consuming. By riding on the flying monster Mimiana, players can move at almost twice their base speed and jump considerably higher. In addition to improv
What Do Small Tree Finches Eat?
Thirteen species of Darwin's finches live on the Galapagos Islands. The small tree finch is one of these thirteen species.
How to Drop The Battered Hilt Quest
The Battered Hilt is a rare item in "World of Warcraft" that starts a lengthy quest chain. If you choose to follow this chain, you will need to take the hilt to several in-game locations before upgrading it to a Reforged Quel'Dalar. From there, you will still need to complete another five quests bef
Information on Azurite
Azurite it a deeply hued, blue mineral that contains copper. This is an important fact, because the presence of this colorful mineral often indicates that a large vein of copper ore is located nearby. Azurite has a worldwide distribution, including many locations within the western portions of the
How to Make a Wagon Wheel Bench
Wagon wheels are one of the staples of rustic, traditional, southwest American interior and exterior design. Wagon wheels are also a more universal symbol of the 19th century and a common element in home design everywhere. If you wish to make a wagon wheel bench, think about the design first. Althou
How to Make a Ninja Knife With K'NEX
One of the best things about K'NEX toys is that they are able to be modified to make a number of different things that other toys cannot make. For example, a child who wants to make a ninja knife with K'NEX can do this fairly easily. Although there certainly may be different varieties of ninja knves
Reasons for the Extinction of Endangered & Extinct Species
Thousands of species of flora and fauna exist, but the history of our planet is filled with examples of species that have disappeared, including the dodo and the passenger pigeon. According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency website in 2011, about 1,300 species are threatened with extinctio
Fruit Flies on My Lemon Tree
The lemon tree (Citrus limon) ranges to a height of between 10 and 20 feet and normally boasts a collection of sharp thorns hidden among the twigs. While the thorns deter some predators from consuming the fruit, small fruitflies are active on the leaves, sucking away sap and energy.
How to Make Table Number Holders
Preparing for a wedding reception or special event requires you to attend to many details and the expense can add up quickly. You can purchase simple paper tent table numbers, but their basic construction often does not warrant the price. Make table number holders using inexpensive craft supplies fo
How to Build a Wood Shelf With Braces
Poor quality shelving falls apart or, because it does not have enough brace support, it doesn't offer enough of the one thing it must--solid shelf space. Shelves usually consist of particle board, so the quality doesn't compare to solid wood. Additionally, with the right brace, custom-made shelves c
The Disadvantages of the Use of Petroleum
The effects of petroleum are global in nature. Petroleum, or oil, is primarily used to power automobiles and machinery and to generate electricity. Although many petroleum-based products are beneficial, a number of them aren't, and their production causes ill-effects to the environment and public he
How to Light LEDs With Batteries
Light emitting diodes (LEDs) use low voltage electricity to power them. They are long-lasting, energy efficient lights that can be used to enhance many places in your home or garden area. You can power LED lights using batteries, which makes them particularly safe to use when children are around. I
History of Ertl
Ertl is, at the time of writing, the U.S.' largest producer of branded die-cast toys. The company is most well known for their line of farm toy replicas, though they have also produced other small-scale vehicle replicas.
How Much Are Canadian Postal Stamps Worth?
Canadian postal stamps date back to 1851 when the three-pence Beaver Stamp was designed by Sir Sandford Fleming. The Beaver Stamp was Canada's answer to the British postal reforms of 1840, under which a single flat rate was established for delivery. Since then, Canada has issued a variety of stamps,
How to Find Slope With Coordinates
The slope of a line is the ratio given by the change in the line's y (vertical) value divided by the change in the line's x (horizontal) value. The slope effectively describes the steepness of the line. Graph equations for which the slope value must be solved are common for middle school mathematics
Cabinet Crafts: How to Reface
If your cabinets are outdated, scratched and generally in need of a facelift, you can give them new life with refacing techniques. Select plywood and wood veneers that complement your home to completely change the look of your old cabinets. Wood measuring and cutting skills are important for a profe
How to Cure Quills
Quill pens are old writing utensils, and the quills are made from feathers at least 12 inches long. The end of the quill is dipped into ink for old-fashioned calligraphy-style writing. Writing with a quill pen is a pleasant way to practice calligraphy to use on wedding announcements, birth announcem