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How to Replace the Drain Pump on a Maytag Bravos Washing Machine
Home Maintenance

How to Replace the Drain Pump on a Maytag Bravos Washing Machine

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-12-21

Easy picture guide for replacing the drain pump in a Maytag Washer with error code LD!

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How to Make a Simple Weatherproof Extension Cord Junction Box
Home Maintenance

How to Make a Simple Weatherproof Extension Cord Junction Box

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-11-10

Instructions for making a simple weather resistant box for your extension cord connection! Begin by…

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How to Fix a Washer that Won’t Drain
Home Maintenance

How to Fix a Washer that Won’t Drain

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-11-06

Troubleshooting steps to fix a washing machine that won’t drain!

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How to Change the Battery – iPhoneSE
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How to Change the Battery – iPhoneSE

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-10-13

Quick picture guide on how to change the battery in an iPhone SE! Includes details on all the tricky steps so you don’t damage the phone!

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How to Change the Water Filter – Kenmore Refrigerator – Including Part Numbers
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How to Change the Water Filter – Kenmore Refrigerator – Including Part Numbers

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-09-21

Quick instructions with pictures on how to easily change the water filter in your refrigerator! Includes the part numbers you will need to order replacement filters!

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How to Apply Caulking to Outdoor Window Trim
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How to Apply Caulking to Outdoor Window Trim

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-08-10

Picture guide for applying caulk to outdoor window trim.

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Proper way to hold a torque wrench
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How to Use a Torque Wrench

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-02-16

Detailed guide on how and when to use a torque wrench!

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How to Fix a Window that Freezes Shut
Home Maintenance

How to Fix a Window that Freezes Shut

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-01-28

Picture guide for preventing a window from freezing shut.

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Shop Lights
Home Maintenance | Vehicle Maintenance

How to Install LED Shop Lights – Make Your Workspace Bright Like the Sun

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-12-31

Picture guide for easily installing LED shop light fixtures!

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Which Lubricant Should I Use? Top 3 Home and Auto Lubes
Home Maintenance | Vehicle Maintenance

Which Lubricant Should I Use? Top 3 Home and Auto Lubes

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-12-30

Quick guide on the uses of the 3 most commonly used household lubricants!

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How to Make Kombucha – Perfect Recipe – Step by Step Picture Guide
Home Maintenance

How to Make Kombucha – Perfect Recipe – Step by Step Picture Guide

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-12-27

Picture guide for making perfect refreshing kombucha tea!

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Stihl ms291 dirty air filter
Home Maintenance

How to Repair a Stihl MS291 that Won’t Start – Diagnostics – Including Piston Replacement

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-12-18

Picture guide for repairs and maintenance for common Stihl ms291 chainsaw problems, including replacing a scored piston. The most common issue…

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leatherman wave
Gifts for the Mechanic | Home Maintenance | Vehicle Accessories

Leatherman Wave Review – A Decent Multi-Tool

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-12-12

A review of the Leatherman Wave multi-tool, including pictures.

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Dyson V6 Vacuum
Home Maintenance

Easy Fix for Dyson v6 v7 v8 Vacuum Surging – Revving Pulsing On and Off

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-12-082024-09-09

Picture guide for fixing the surging revving pulsing issue with Dyson v6, v7, v8, v10, v11, or v15 Vacuum.

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Repair a Screeching Dryer – Maytag Bravos
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Repair a Screeching Dryer – Maytag Bravos

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-11-18

Picture guide on repairing a screeching dryer!

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hot water heater anode rode removal with an impact wrench
Home Maintenance

How to Replace the Anode Rod in a Hot Water Heater – Eliminate Rotten Egg Odor

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-04-02

Step by step picture guide for replacing the anode rod in a hot water heater.

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maytag bravos electric dryer blower fan and drive belt
Home Maintenance

How to Fix a Squealing Dryer – Maytag Bravos

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-03-26

In this picture guide, I show you how to fix a Maytag Bravos Dryer that is squealing by replacing the wheels and belt drive.

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How to Flush a Hot Water Heater – Save Energy
Home Maintenance

How to Flush a Hot Water Heater – Save Energy

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-03-24

Follow these steps to flush out your electric hot water heater and enjoy hotter water and save money!

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Home Maintenance

How to Replace the Bearings – VERY Noisy Washing Machine – Maytag Bravos

ByRichard Tomlinsen 2018-03-24

Do you have a very loud washer? Particularly on the Spin cycle? This PICTURE guide walks you through step-by-step process of replacing the bearings for a washer that purrs like a kitten.

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