Replacing BMW Z3 convertible top
The convertible roof has leaked on a 2000 BMW Z3 for years. Here are some considerations when choosing to replace the roof. 1. DIY or have it installed professionally.…
Chainsaw iPad stands
Challenge All of those beautiful pieces of wood that don't stack well can be quickly made into an tablet or smartphone stand. Technique My great lumberjack father provided some nice…
Pearl Street painting
A day of volunteering for the Philadelphia Mural arts program resulted in a painted 1200 block of Pearl Street. 21-September 2013 1200 Block of Pearl Street, Philadelphia This is in…
DVD ripping workflow for AppleTV
Purpose Make DVD's available to any TV in the house without the need for a DVD player on each TV. Background Don't use this technique to steal content. Use…
Project – Solar USB battery charger
Requirement Charge USB devices by the sun Capture energy during the day even if target device is not plugged in Materials Switching Regulator $4 Solar panel $70 (1/3 of $200) - had…
Netflix Streaming Recommendation: Happy People: A Year in the Taiga
Documentary about a small town in Siberia and the extreme yet fulfilling conditions they live in. Wikipedia IMDB Netflix
Updating an old bicycle with chalkboard paint
Background 20 year-old Huffy 18-speed bike purchased at K-Mart for <$100. Requires new tires every 5 years. Path forward This bike was green and purple with pink brake lines. …
Smartphone Apps for travelers
Forget planning your trip. You can make it up as you go along! A smart phone is critical if you are a traveler who likes to "wing it".Go to…
Replacing Cable subscription with AppleTV
Background About a year ago I posted a article on reducing cable costs by replacing a landline phone service with GoogleVoice and replacing a DVR rental with a cable card.…
Netflix streaming recommendation : Into the Wild
Based on a true story, pilots from Britain and Germany crash and must work together to survive in the harsh conditions of Norway. IMDB Netflix