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Feb 07, 2026

Repairing Another Septic Leach Field Root Blockage

Another one of my leach field lines is clogged with roots which is causing water to backflow into the distribution box. 3 years ago, I made a video ( https://youtu.be/bUlRKPmNkFk ) removing a root blockage from one of the other pipes. I have an idea to save time by using a metal detector to locate the spot to dig. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Caulking Gun (Extreme Duty):https://a

Jan 17, 2026

Removing Toolbox Drawer Locks

I picked up a US General 5-Drawer mechanics cart (70698) and a US General 4-Drawer tech cart (59572) but I don't like all the locks, they take up space and slow me down. I understand the need for drawer locks in a professional setting but they're an unnecessary inconvenience for a home garage. This should work for any toolbox brand that uses the same method for locking the drawers. The great thing

Dec 06, 2025

Replacing Cells in Power Tool Battery Packs

After rebalancing the cells in two old Milwaukee M18 battery packs, one is already down to 3 bars after the first recharge while the other won't hold a charge at all. I figured this would be a good opportunity to compare soldering against spot welding when rebuilding the packs with new Samsung lithium-ion cells. This procedure for replacing the lithium-ion cells in power tool battery packs will wo

Nov 08, 2025

Hi-Lift Jack Restoration

I picked up this Handyman Jack for $20. From what I can tell, it was made in the early 1960s, before they changed the name to Hi-Lift Jack. Whether you call it a farm jack, railroad jack, long-beam ratchet jack, trail jack, or a 4x4 jack, this tool can do some real work and also get you out of a bind. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Hi-Lift Jack Fix-it-Kit Repair Kit FK-1:https://am

Oct 18, 2025

Balancing Power Tool Battery Packs

Does your Milwaukee M18 battery pack only have 3 bars when fully charged? That's usually a sign that the cells are not balanced. All lithium-ion cells need to be at the same voltage or the battery pack can't fully charge. This cell rebalancing procedure will also work for DeWalt, Makita, or any brand of power tool battery packs. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Battery Charger:https:

Sep 28, 2025

Fixing Another Free Lawn Mower

Do you wanna see a guy put way to much time and effort into fixing a free mower? Well, you're in the right place, so let's get to it. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Carburetor:https://amzn.to/42eih2y (affiliate*)Compression Tester:https://amzn.to/42dK2bz (affiliate*)Die Grinder:https://amzn.to/4nuQYtq (affiliate*)Roll Lock Flap Discs for Die Grinder:https://amzn.to/3KnlCX2 (affilia

Aug 27, 2025

Installing a Bosch Dishwasher

Installing a Bosch 300 series dishwasher. This is the same installation procedure for the Bosch 100, 500, and 800 series dishwashers as well. My 15 year old Whirlpool dishwasher is loud and doesn't clean like it used to, time for an upgrade. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Dishwasher Supply Line:https://amzn.to/3UOdBMN (affiliate*)Bosch Power Cord Junction Box (SMZPCJB1UC 11031987):

Jul 16, 2025

Fixing a Milwaukee Magnum HoleShooter Drill

I got this corded Milwaukee Magnum HoleShooter drill from a local fabrication shop that gave me a bunch of broken tools. Let's see if we can fix it. See links below for the parts and tools I used:JB Weld ClearWeld 5 Minute Clear Epoxy:https://amzn.to/4nSnNB1 (affiliate*)*Purchasing from these Amazon affiliate links earns my channel a small commission. Think of it as a tip that doesn't cost you any

May 28, 2025

Attempting to Repair Electric Pressure Washers

A nice lady gave me a Greenworks 51012 electric pressure washer and a Husky 1800 electric pressure washer for free. Neither are working properly, let's see if we can fix them. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Pump Outlet:https://amzn.to/43TwUsj (affiliate*)Unloader Valve:https://amzn.to/43KWBw0 (affiliate*)Security Bit Set:https://amzn.to/4jCxYXn (affiliate*)*Purchasing from these Am

Apr 09, 2025

Fixing up a Zero Turn Riding Mower

Believe it or not, I got this Troy-Bilt Mustang 42" zero turn riding mower for free. The main reason the guy wanted to get rid of it was because of a broken muffler that he was unable to fix himself. He also gave me a box of new parts, including a replacement muffler. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Valve Core Tool:https://amzn.to/3Yl0G72 (affiliate*)Fel-Pro 2499 Gasket Material:htt

Feb 26, 2025

Replacing a Furnace Draft Inducer Blower

I woke up to a cold house the other day and noticed the draft inducer blower motor, on my 15 year old Goodman furnace (GMH950703BXAC), was humming instead of spinning. I was able to get the old one working again so we could have heat while waiting for the replacement inducer to arrive. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Furnace Draft Inducer Blower (22307501, 0171M00001S, J238-150-1529

Feb 05, 2025

Repairing Leaf Blowers

Various people have given me broken leaf blowers, let's try to fix 'em! There's a Craftsman B210, a Husqvarna 125B, a Weed Eater Barracuda SV30, and a Troy-Bilt TB2MB. See links below for the parts and tools I used:Husqvarna Starter Spring (545008013):https://amzn.to/4hnXaAj (affiliate*)Compression Tester:https://amzn.to/3x0cAnI (affiliate*)Air Filter Foam:https://amzn.to/4hGXLgg (affiliate*)Fuel