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Is the magnet on the filter effective? Let's take it apart and check

Many motorists have heard that if you place powerful magnets on the oil filter housing, the filtration of oil from steel shavings will improve. Metal particles that are not stopped by the filter element will then be retained

Boiled brisket roll

You can prepare a wide variety of delicious dishes from pork belly. You can make a brisket roll for a holiday instead of the usual sausage. This is a great cold cut meat that can also be put on a sandwich. Cook like this

How to make and quickly dry a silicone gasket

Silicone seals and gaskets, like rubber ones, can withstand pressure up to 10 bar, but in terms of temperature they are more “hardy” and work stably in the range from -50 to 280 degrees Celsius, whereas for rubber products it is limited

How to quickly and easily make a powerful magnetic clasp on a lace (chain)

I don’t know about anyone, but clasps on necklaces or chains always irritate me terribly - fastening a carabiner or clasp is a real problem. Especially if he is very small. It’s easier for women in this regard; they have nails. And the fat ones

We say to the condensate: Farewell! Or how to permanently get rid of fogging of plastic windows

Modern plastic windows, despite their good quality, can fog up in the cold season for several reasons. This, for example, is caused by the installation of cheap single-chamber packages, a very wide window sill, which impedes circulation

A simple DIY oil filter remover

Replacing the oil filter is often accompanied by difficulty in removing it. It is extremely difficult to unscrew it only by hand. When faced with this problem, you can very quickly make a simple puller that allows you to easily unscrew stuck filters.

How to make a silicone gasket for any container

In the household, it is often necessary to tightly close the container with a lid, and even heat the contents to the boiling point and steam formation. Over time, the rubber gasket becomes unusable and needs to be replaced. And she should

How to build a children's playhouse

We used to build play structures out of chairs, pillows and blankets. We had our own secret hiding places. Today we have grown up, but we have our own children. So why not help them and build a real children's house? Perhaps this is at least

How to remove a press-on pulley from an electric motor and install a drill chuck

Even if you have the meager set of simple tools, with some persistence you can remove the pulley pressed onto the electric motor shaft and replace it with a drill chuck. The result is a tool similar to a drill press or drill.

How to make a belt grinder using a grinder without welding

A belt sanding machine can be used for sharpening knives, axes, chisels, sharpening blades, turning workpieces, removing rust and solving dozens of other problems. This is an indispensable equipment, but for a small workshop

Converting a car generator into a powerful electric motor

Car generators, due to their design, are small in size and have very high power. It would seem that such a tiny thing can easily produce an average of 2000 W of power (there are models up to 5 kW). The generator cannot work as

How to make a compact heater from an old oil filter

When camping or fishing, a safe source of fire is essential, especially in the fall or winter. At night, you can use it to maintain an acceptable temperature in a tent, warm your cold hands near the water, etc.

From brake disc: Multifunctional bending device

There are many design options for manual pipe benders, but the most productive are lever devices. Unlike screw ones, they bend workpieces instantly, although they require some physical effort. Make a bending machine

Cooking juicy chicken roll with garlic

Hearty chicken rolls are considered a truly royal treat. And there are many serving options: it is delicious both hot and cold. And there are also plenty of options for preparing this dish. But I want to offer my chicken recipe

How to solder a pipe with water

Soldering plastic pipes, inserting or connecting fittings to them when the water is not completely turned off is technically impossible. It is required, at least for a short time, to get rid of the leak, dry the joint and promptly carry out the planned operation.

How to make good tweezers from fabric for metal

Metal tweezers are a fairly common tool. It is especially necessary when repairing something small, for example, when soldering microcircuits, or repairing mechanical watches. They are very convenient for gripping small screws and other small parts.

How to convert a fan motor into a generator

Most office network fans use asynchronous motors with a squirrel-cage rotor. Such a motor can only convert electrical energy into mechanical energy, but not vice versa. When rotating its shaft, it is forced into its

How to permanently remove mold, mildew and clean the seams between tiles

If there is excess dampness caused by insufficient ventilation, fungus and mold appear in the bathroom. They can also often be found on window slopes at the junction with the window frame, where condensation accumulates in winter. They spoil the outside

DIY bearing bending machine

When reinforcing foundations or laying walls, it is necessary to lay reinforcement, which must first be bent. This can be done quickly and smoothly only on a bending machine. This is a simple and compact device that you can make yourself.

Does your battery drain quickly in winter? A cheap way to insulate a battery

A car battery does not hold a charge well when cooled. In cold conditions, chemical reactions slow down in it. Even a new battery at 0 degrees Celsius produces only 85 percent of its normal capacity. The stronger

Deep cleaning a vinyl record with glue

There is a renewed interest in vinyl. It conveys nuances of music that are inaccessible digitally. But the sound quality deteriorates sharply due to dust on the surface, which is aggravated by the tendency of records to accumulate static electricity.

How to make a device for removing snow from a roof

Shoveling snow off your roof is difficult, slow and unsafe. But you can make a device for removing snow from the roof with your own hands. It is very simple, quite effective and completely safe. If it is available, there is no need to climb onto the roof -

Casting aluminum parts in the garage

Aluminum is a fairly low-melting metal from which the necessary parts can be successfully cast at home. Let's look at casting technology using the example of manufacturing a car spacer for the A-pillar.

How to draw perfectly smooth circles by hand

The life hack is very useful and will be useful not only for students, but for all people who have already finished studying.After all, whatever one may say, sometimes in life there is a need to draw an even circle by hand without using a compass or other devices.

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