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.
Category Electrical
All projects involving any kind of electronics/electrical
Power Generator – Part 2
Part 2 of the DIY power generator build. Converting a petrol engine to produce 12V DC and 240V AC output. Frame fabrication, alternator mounting, and wiring.
Fixing my Hakko soldering station
Diagnosing and fixing my Hakko soldering station. Opened it up, traced the fault, and got my favourite piece of workshop equipment back in action.
Power generator – Part 1
Part 1 of building a DIY power generator from a salvaged petrol engine. Concept, parts sourcing, and planning for 12V DC and 240V AC output.
My first Car PC, from 1999!
Blast from the past - my first car PC build from 1999. Custom-built an in-dash computer before it was cool. Photos of the original install.
Nintendo NES USB controller, from 2002!
Converting an original Nintendo NES controller into a USB gamepad, built back in 2002. One of my earliest hardware hacking projects, still works today.