Fix a folding chair
Fixing a folding chair I broke by standing on it. A quick MDF reinforcement repair that brought it back to full strength. Sometimes simple fixes work best.
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Installing more double-baton fluorescent lights
Installing double-baton fluorescent lights in the garage workshop. Covers wiring, mounting, switch placement, and getting proper light coverage for the bench.
Form-working and concreting my brothers garage
Form-working and concreting the garage floor at my brother's place. First step in building his workshop - covers formwork, reo, pouring, and finishing.
Fix motorbike blinker cluster
Fixing a broken motorbike blinker cluster with basic tools and spare parts. A simple repair that saved the cost of a replacement unit from the dealer.
Making and installing shelf for Linux router/server
Building and installing a wall shelf for my Linux router and server. Getting hardware off the floor and properly mounted for better airflow and access.
New drill press and drop saw bench for the workshop
Setting up a new drill press and drop saw bench in the workshop. Custom-built workbench that makes great use of limited garage space.
Running electricity for fairy lights underground
Running underground electrical conduit for fairy lights in the backyard. Covers trenching, conduit installation, cable pulling, and weatherproof connections.
Installing mains power cable for air-con in garage
Installing a dedicated mains power cable for air conditioning in the garage. Because a proper workshop needs climate control. Full electrical walkthrough.
Cut-off saw sliding and floating shelf
Building a sliding shelf for my cut-off saw with floating storage underneath. A space-saving workshop solution when you have more tools than bench space.
Replacing boat trailer hubs
Replacing the hubs on my boat trailer before a long coastal trip. Covers hub removal, bearing inspection, repacking, and reassembly with new seals.
Network Rack
Building a network rack for Cisco gear. My brother scored enterprise networking equipment and we needed a proper home for it. Full rack build walkthrough.
Installing marine audio deck in to boat
Replacing a failed marine audio deck in my boat. Second Kenwood to die in two years, so I went with a different brand and waterproofed the install.