Metric vs. Standard: The Nuts And Bolts Of Nuts And Bolts
Automotive fasteners use two systems of measurement: metric vs. standard. It’s easy to get them confused, but here’s how to tell which one your car uses.
Know-How Notes: How to Remove Red Threadlocker
There comes a time for every DIYer to face the challenge of removing a bolt that has been treated with red high–strength threadlocker. When the factory absolutely does not want … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How to Remove Red Threadlocker
Know-How Notes: Top Ten Garage Supplies
Just like the most commonly used kitchen supplies, there are staple garage supplies that should be in every garage or shop no matter what kind of work you do, whether … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: Top Ten Garage Supplies
Know-How Notes: All About Zip Ties
Zippity-doo-da, zippity-yay, I’m gonna organize some wiring today! Cable ties, or zip ties as they are more commonly known, may be one of the greatest inventions in the history of … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: All About Zip Ties
A Guide To Common Screws Found Around The Garage
Fasteners are complicated, particularly screws. There many variations for screws, so many that it can be hard to figure out what you need, even with the old one in your … Continue Reading A Guide To Common Screws Found Around The Garage
Know-How Notes: How To Repair Damaged Threads
Just a bit tighter and that should do it….. annnnnnd now it is stripped. Great, that’s not a good situation. You just stripped out a hole in a bracket that … Continue Reading Know-How Notes: How To Repair Damaged Threads
The 5 Best Knots for Securing Your Belongings
These are the best knots for securing items in your truck bed, hitching a horse, mooring a boat or connecting two ropes and storing.