Questions tagged [diy]
Acronym meaning "Do It Yourself"
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What's the best way to support/position an oil cooler?
I'm installing an oil cooler on to a MK1 MX-5, that is used for Trackdays and weekly road use. I'm planning to install it where the AC condenser used to live, using two horizontal aluminium square ...
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Is this windshield corner crack repairable?
Just noticed an isolated corner crack on my 14 Audi s4’s windshield. I almost can’t even notice it from the inside as it’s so high up. The question is whether this kind of a crack is repairable by a ...
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What happened to the paint on my 2014 Toyota Prius V? Is there a way I can DIY repair it?
Backed into a pole at very low speed, compressed bumper slightly, which caused this tearing in the paint job of a black Toyota 2014 Prius V.
I didn't even know that this was possible, but I want to ...
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How to find this part and repair my Honda Civic 2014 rear window
Car is Honda Civic 2014 Sedan
This plastic part in my car's left rear window got broken. I am not sure how to search for the replacement as I do not know what this part is called. Could anyone please ...
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Advice before recharging car's AC with DIY kit and additives
Following a very costly surgery, I'd love to save several hundred bucks with a DIY kit for the car's AC system. A recent shop diagnostic discharged the line and also determined a leak near the high ...
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Repairing transmission yourself?
Been having issues with mine (2008 Ford Escape) and I’ve narrowed it down to a broken band. Found videos on YouTube and the process is pretty straightforward - lower the transmission, remove the pump,...
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Possible DIY fixes for Heater Motor? | heater-blower repair
[This didn't get posted apparently cuz i forgot to hit publish, so this was yesterday]
So i'm streaming live as of now and am diagnosing a problem with the Heater Blower, it's not working. While I was ...
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Removing Running/Melting Substance From Car
I bought an '07 stang a year ago. The previous owner had just had it repainted and it looked great, but I am fairly confident it was a cheap $$$ Maaco paint job. I don't have a garage and ...
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How to fix dent in tip of hood?
I have a dent in the very tip of my Acura TLX's hood. It was dented in around 2 years ago when I accidentally let me car roll into a trailer hitch (this also crushed the logo, and grill, but I ...
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How hard is it to convert manual column shifter to manual floor shifter?
I am planning to buy a Ford Taunus P7B 17M but it has a 4 speed column shifter. Most of the P7B models came with a 4 speed floor shifter. Both are exactly the same transmission only difference is ...
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2002 Ford Escape: Flushed system, new compressor, topped off with oil and coolant, still not blowing cold air
It kind of worked last year but barely. Yesterday I flushed the system by
Flushing AC cleaning solvent from the high end out the low end. I did not disconnect the hose but instead pushed the pin in ...
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How to make a DIY car wash liquid
What's a good 'recipe' to make car wash liquid at home?
I have used this product for a while and was happy with it. The interwebs suggest:
1/2 cup dishwashing liquid
1/2 cup baking soda
1 gallon warm ...
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How to replace wheel bearing without any special tools?
I've never done a wheel bearing before. I would prefer to save the wheel hub if possible. I don't have a press but they look pretty simple to make so I thought I'd give it a try. Basically two steal u-...
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Toyota prado 2015 map disk error
I see this in Toyota Prado Land Cruiser 2015
Which in english it says: Unable to load program please consult your dealer.
How can I (preferably DIY) solve this?
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How do I set the upper cutoff voltage for a car alternator charging the car battery?
With sustainability in mind, and trying to do something new, I am looking forward to charge my car battery using Solar Power, without making much changes to my car's electrical system.
Basically I ...
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Are there safe DIY ways to find an EVAP leak?
So, I have a 2000 Chevrolet Malibu. I've been fighting with an EVAP leak (code PO442, a small leak) for a few months now. When I originally had it smoke-tested at the mechanic, they told me that it ...
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chainsaws&blowers: Any guides/instructions on installing DIY air pre-filters on units with weak OEM filters?
I really love the idea (in link below) of Echo's 'pre-filter' setup to ease/assist the actual/main air filter and would love to DIY something, am guessing a stiff-enough, heat tolerant mesh material ...
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How to recharge my A/C
How would one go about recharging the Air Conditioning system on a car? My air conditioning is no longer blowing cold, and I think I need to recharge my A/C.
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Can I replace my AC Compressor myself? 2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.9
On my 2008 Vauxhall Astra 1.9 CDTI my AC Compressor has gone
I was wondering how easy it is to replace myself? I'd get the system drained at a garage first.
I've included the service instructions ...
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JB Weld & Acid Battery Repair
Trying to repair a crack on plastic casing on a everstart 12 volt battery after trying to connect something to the right terminal that didn't fit properly. Did some research ans decided to give JB ...
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How long should I wait for engine to cool down before I can check coolant?
I know engine temperature should go down to "C" mark before opening radiator cap.
However I'm finding that the temp just stays on normal for a long time. I think I've read people say you need to give ...
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Will this work for bleeding the brakes
I'm looking to bleed the brakes but rather than using two people to do it, I did this as a experiment.
What I did was bought a 2nd cap for my brake oil and then used a soldering gun to blow a hole ...
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Considerations when handing over botched DIY alternator/electrical repair to a mechanic
I tried following an in depth guide my my exact car for replacing an alternator. I intended to first replace alternator brushes, and then replace the alternator if brushes were not sufficient. After ...
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Exactly how much refrigerant is in there?
A concern that comes up regularly when troubleshooting A/C problems is whether an A/C system has too little refrigerant (hello leaks) or too much of it (hello overcharging).
The traditional way to do ...
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Can a stock ECM be modified to function with some modules disconnected [closed]
Engine in question: VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT 2015 - 2.0L, (VIN V, 5TH DIGIT, DIESEL), (ENGINE ID CVCA)
I hope to buy a rear-end collision Passat with this engine, and use as many parts as I can in a custom ...
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Can I use empty refrigerant bottles to store used refrigerant?
Based on symptoms and measurements, I have reason to suspect that my neighbour's car's AC system has too much refrigerant in it. Some of the refrigerant has to go.
To my knowledge, even if ...
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2013 BMW electronic oil level check fails to complete
My wife's car is a 2013 BMW 335i with M-Sport package. The engine has no dipstick so the only way to check the oil level is using the menu-driven display. However, this never completes. ...
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Is DIY penetrating fluid safe for alloy wheels?
I have an alloy wheel which is rusted onto the drum. I have watched dozens of YouTube videos regarding making your own (more effective and less costly) penetrating fluid. I am very concerned, however,...
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Using an old car as a generator
This is a very general question asking for some specific answers. Essentially, I would like to take a vehicle and strip it down, and to turn it into a generator. I’d like to take advantage of the ...
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Cooling fan comes/stays on when not needed
Car is a 2012 Mitsubishi Galant.
Went to drive it one day and the battery was dead. Totally dead. Car fob wouldn't work, lights didn't come on, and turning the key didn't even make clicking sounds. ...
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What do I make a custom box truck body out of?
I'm working on a box vehicle conversion project, and I need to replace the main body. It looks like the original method was steel frame, plywood on top of that, and large sheets of galvanized steel ...
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Failed heater core DIY alternative hack
The problem: My friend's car has a non-functioning passenger side door, and in August, the heater core started leaking into the cabin. So I bypassed the core so the car could remain in use. Of course ...
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Adapt a tablet as a double din car stereo
So this is the current Dash on my Honda Fit 2008:
I want to fit a Tablet (doesnt matter why but lets say costs and capabilities) and my main and only concern is for the device to charge when the car ...
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replace passenger side engine mount camry 05 2.4 L
I am planning to replace passenger side motor mount in my 2005 Camry with 170K miles on it. I have craftsman floor jack and two jack stands. Do you thing it is DIY job to replace motor mount? Is it ...
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I'm a DIY motorbike mechanic- want to become a DIY car mechanic
I have all the tools required to work on my motorbikes at home. Full abba stands, 4T axle stands, a 4T jack, comprehensive spanner + socket set, oil/fuel pressure gauges, screwdrivers, grinders, ...
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Exhaust Pipe Repair - Safety Question
I have a safety question regarding a sheared exhaust pipe repair I performed on my 2002 Toyota Camry. I did the following:
-Cut up a steel can and fit it inside the two sheared ends of exhaust pipe.
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Looking for "engine running" signal
I'm trying to make a sort of Keyless Go style system for my 1996 Mazda Miata using an Arduino and RFID shield as a DIY project for fun. I want to make the Arduino crank the starter until the engine ...
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Homemade 'Car' Vehical
I am interested in saving a few grand on a car by fishing parts out of a junkyard, whipping them together, duct-taping a fancy car decal onto it to make it look safe, adding golf-ball shaped holes to ...
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Doing my own maintenance [closed]
I'd appreciate any suggestions on comments on the following.
My prepaid vehicle maintenance expired my last service visit. I've decided I want to learn and perform the basic maintenance on my car and ...
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How can I re-attach rear muffler pipe to muffler body
2004 Impreza Subaru Outback Sport (2.5L SOHC)
The rear pipe of my muffler has broken away from from its weld to the muffler body. I would just replace the whole muffler assembly, but the joint where ...
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Windshield Wiper Transmission Linkage Bushings for 2002 Civic EX (1.7L L4)
I have the factory windshield wiper transmission installed on my Honda, and now the wiper is "slapping" on the cowl which is extremely annoying. Researching, I've found that it may be possible to ...
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Effectively planning and seeing a DIY project through to completion
I've been burnt by poor planning and project execution badly in the past on several occasions and am afraid of repeating the same mistakes with my Lumina engine/transmission damage assessment project.
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What other hacks exist to disconnect a "quick-connect"-style fuel line?
I'm in the process of preparing my Lumina's engine and transmission for extraction (progress here).
This 3/8" GM fuel rail is supplied by a flex hose with a "quick-connect" connector. If only it ...
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Removing interior trim pieces
One thing I am keen to start doing this year is to begin attempting basic maintenance on my car.
My first job is the rear window washer. First, I'll provide a bit of background on the issue (just in ...
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Programmatically defrost car windows?
It would be most convenient to find a way to defrost car windows programmically (using a timer and switch).
Remote starts don't seem to have the functionality to programmatically schedule a start ...
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New to mechanical work. Is this a safe way to clean oxygen sensor, or any similar part
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tD9KXAukO9M
So I found this video of a guy cleaning their oxygen sensor out with an ultrasound cleaner. I presume what it is doing is breaking up the carbon build up ...
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Finding Replacement AC Condenser
I inherited a 1984 Toyota pick-up from my father when he passed 25 years ago. The AC Condenser is leaking and needs to be replaced. Toyota no longer makes the condenser, and I have been unable to ...
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Is it possible to know if a screw hole needs to be re-threaded?
Last weekend I was re-assembling my engine, and three holes stripped, is there any way to see if a screw hole needs to be re-threaded before it strips?
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Fast Linear actuator [closed]
Hi Im looking for some sort of linear actuator for diy chicken coop project with a 200mm travel,
and atleast 100mm/s speed, but generally the faster the better, force between 10 and 35lbs(5 to 15kg)
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How does dynamic control light works
Take the example from Nissan Juke dashboard: There are 2 modes in the dashboard, the first mode is when the label shows "A/C" and in the other mode, it shows the label "Normal". I was wondering how ...
