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  • How to Replace Car Battery Connectors
    Vehicle Maintenance

    How to Replace Car Battery Connectors

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-07-08

    Easy picture guide for replacing broken, deformed, or corroded battery cable clamps!

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  • Best Way to Kill Poison Ivy – Fast and Easy
    Home Maintenance

    Best Way to Kill Poison Ivy – Fast and Easy

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-07-06

    Best sprayer and poison mixture to use to eliminate poison ivy! Includes the recipe for a safer poison ivy killer!

    Read More Best Way to Kill Poison Ivy – Fast and EasyContinue

  • Lawn Tractors

    How to Replace the Blades on a Simplicity Broadmoor Lawn Mower

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-06-20

    Picture guide on replacing the blades on a Simplicity Lawn Mower.

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  • Starter Replacement Guide – John Deere Lawn Tractor
    Lawn Tractors | Vehicle Maintenance

    Starter Replacement Guide – John Deere Lawn Tractor

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-06-202024-08-08

    Picture guide showing the step-by-step procedure and correct part number for replacing the starter on a John Deere lawn mower that won’t start.

    Read More Starter Replacement Guide – John Deere Lawn TractorContinue

  • 5-sided Nut – How to Lower the Spare Tire on a Toyota Sienna and Highlander
    Toyota Sienna

    5-sided Nut – How to Lower the Spare Tire on a Toyota Sienna and Highlander

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-06-13

    This article shows you how to access the spare tire on a Toyota Sienna – by acquiring the necessary 5-sided socket tool!

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  • TPMS Light illuminated
    Toyota Corolla | Toyota Sienna

    How to Reset the Flat Tire (TPMS) Light – Toyota

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-06-02

    Easy step-by-step picture guide for resetting the TPMS (flat tire) light on a Toyota vehicle.

    Read More How to Reset the Flat Tire (TPMS) Light – ToyotaContinue

  • How to Sharpen a Chainsaw – Easiest and Most Accurate Method
    Home Maintenance

    How to Sharpen a Chainsaw – Easiest and Most Accurate Method

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-04-12

    I describe the procedure and tools I use to sharpen a chainsaw; once I learned this method, I will never go back to those hand files or electric grinders!

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  • Maple Syrup Making
    Uncategorized

    Maple Syrup DIY – Frequently Asked Questions

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-04-10

    Answers to a list of the most common questions related to tapping maple trees and boiling sap into delicious maple syrup!

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  • How to Start a Stihl MS291 Chainsaw
    Home Maintenance

    How to Start a Stihl MS291 Chainsaw

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-04-04

    Detailed step-by-step picture guide showing the process I recommend to start the engine on a Stihl MS291 or MS271 chainsaw.

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  • Milwaukee 2450-22 Cordless Drill Review
    Home Maintenance

    Milwaukee 2450-22 Cordless Drill Review

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-03-28

    This is my review of the Milwaukee 2450-22 cordless drill that I own and use. I give my honest opinion.

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  • Error code p0420 on a toyota corolla.
    Toyota Corolla

    How to Fix a P0420 Error Code on a Toyota Corolla

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-03-14

    Procedure to diagnose and fix a pesky P0420 code and finally turn off that Check Engine Light!

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  • Clean the scum off the inside of the windshield
    Vehicle Maintenance

    How to Clean the INSIDE of a Windshield the Easy Way – No Streaks

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-03-14

    In this post I go over the easiest and most effective way to clean the inside of a hazy windshield.

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  • Propane Boiler Boiling Maple Tree Sap to Make Maple Syrup
    Uncategorized

    5 Reasons to Use a Turkey Fryer to Make Maple Syrup

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-03-11

    I switched from boiling maple sap over a wood fire to using a propane turkey fryer and never looked back! These are the reasons I switched!

    Read More 5 Reasons to Use a Turkey Fryer to Make Maple SyrupContinue

  • PCV Valve being inserted
    Toyota Corolla

    How to Change the PCV Valve in a Toyota Corolla

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-03-08

    Follow this easy picture guide to replace the PCV valve in a Toyota Corolla. Read the symptoms and benefits of replacing this inexpensive part.

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  • Adding Oil to Vehicle
    Toyota Corolla | Vehicle Maintenance

    Best Oil for a Toyota Corolla

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-02-16

    I’ve sorted through all the forums, discussion boards, and in this post, I tell you which the best oil is to put in your Toyota Corolla.

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  • How to Stop a Smoke Alarm From Chirping
    Home Maintenance

    How to Stop a Smoke Alarm From Chirping

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-02-14

    Follow these simple steps to stop your smoke alarm from chirping or beeping for no reason, including what to do if you’ve already changed the battery. Includes pictures.

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  • How to Easily Replace Broken Mud Flaps – Honda Accord
    Honda Accord | Vehicle Maintenance

    How to Easily Replace Broken Mud Flaps – Honda Accord

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-02-08

    Easy step by step guide for replacing a broken or cracked mud flap on a Honda Accord!

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  • How to Replace the Battery – Toyota Key FOB
    Toyota Camry | Toyota Corolla | Toyota Sienna | Vehicle Maintenance

    How to Replace the Battery – Toyota Key FOB

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-01-19

    Quick post with instructions and pictures on replacing the battery in a Toyota key FOB remote, including the part number of the required battery.

    Read More How to Replace the Battery – Toyota Key FOBContinue

  • tighten-nuts
    Home Maintenance

    How to Replace the Chain on a Stihl MS291 or MS271 Chainsaw

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2020-01-05

    Easy picture guide for changing the chain on a Stihl MS291 or MS271 chainsaw. Includes selection guide for how to choose the correct chain.

    Read More How to Replace the Chain on a Stihl MS291 or MS271 ChainsawContinue

  • How to Repair a Dryer that Won’t Start
    Home Maintenance

    How to Repair a Dryer that Won’t Start

    ByRichard Tomlinsen 2019-12-30

    These are the steps to diagnose and fix a dryer that turns on but won’t start, including the 4 most common problems, including replacing the burnt relay.

    Read More How to Repair a Dryer that Won’t StartContinue

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