Simple gadgets that are cheap.

[flatbutt]

This is the best thing for dealing with vapor recovery collars. I made my own out of a piece of leftover aluminum.

https://www.aerostich.com/gascard.html

[flatbutt]

this

[stevej37]

We don't have those boots in MI.....how do the boots damage the paint?

What about the capless tanks?

[flatbutt]

Originally Posted by stevej37

We don't have those boots in MI.....how do the boots damage the paint?

What about the capless tanks?

They don't damage the paint. The plate pushes the spring loaded hood back so you can gas up your bike easier. For a guy like me with a gimpy hand it's a great aid. With it I can gas up with one hand and see the level of gas in my tank. Without it the nozzle extends too far into the tank and then I must use one hand to hold the hood back while the other uses the pump.

[stevej37]

^^^ Ahh..I see. I've used them (the boots) before on rental cars, but never paid much attention to them.

[stevej37]

One of the cheapest gadgets ever....the red solo cup!

No more oil running down your hand and arm while removing a filter. No more oil dribbling on engine parts before it hits the drain pan.

Just crack the filter loose with a wrench and then slip the cup over and spin it off.

[dad911]

I use a shaker hose instead of a funnel to fill the boat fuel tank from the jugs. I thought it was a joke when my friend suggested it but it works pretty well.

[flatbutt]

Originally Posted by stevej37

One of the cheapest gadgets ever....the red solo cup!

No more oil running down your hand and arm while removing a filter. No more oil dribbling on engine parts before it hits the drain pan.

Just crack the filter loose with a wrench and then slip the cup over and spin it off.

Brilliant!

[scottmandue]

Honestly I don't know how some you guys survive out in the real world,
If ya just fill the gas tank while the mower is on the grass the lawn will absorb it

Follow me at scotthaslosthismarbles.com for more tips

[stevej37]

Originally Posted by scottmandue

Honestly I don't know how some you guys survive out in the real world,
If ya just fill the gas tank while the mower is on the grass the lawn will absorb it

Follow me at scotthaslosthismarbles.com for more tips

I don't have a dog...so the neighbors would blame me for the circles of dead grass.

[stevej37]

I set this thing out in November and hadn't checked it until today. Two fat ones...I'll dump it and freshen up the peanut butter.

[pwd72s]

Keep a bag of wood golf tees in your shop. Stripped out wood screw? Cat tee with wood glue, tap in hole. Once dry, cut it off flush to have new wood to work with. Allows you to not have to use an oversized screw.

[RobFrost]

Originally Posted by stevej37

^^^ That's why I keep two 10lb fire extinguishers in the garage....in case I do something stupid.

If you ignite petrol in your garage, those fire extinguishers will be on the opposite lawn along with your garage door.

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[RobFrost]

Originally Posted by stevej37

I set this thing out in November and hadn't checked it until today. Two fat ones...I'll dump it and freshen up the peanut butter.

Looks like they've starved to death in there.

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[masraum]

Originally Posted by pwd72s

Keep a bag of wood golf tees in your shop. Stripped out wood screw? Cat tee with wood glue, tap in hole. Once dry, cut it off flush to have new wood to work with. Allows you to not have to use an oversized screw.

Among woodworkers, I hear about both golf tees and toothpicks (when using toothpicks, normally a few are required). I think it's also usually recommended to glue them in. The golf tee seems easier, but the toothpicks will work in different sized (depth or girth) holes more easily.

[stevej37]

Originally Posted by RobFrost

Looks like they've starved to death in there.

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Maybe if I built a tiny life raft with some peanut butter in it.
At least they would survive until I get them to the vet.

[john70t]

Originally Posted by masraum

Among woodworkers, I hear about both golf tees and toothpicks (when using toothpicks, normally a few are required). I think it's also usually recommended to glue them in. The golf tee seems easier, but the toothpicks will work in different sized (depth or girth) holes more easily.

Golf tees are one size. Also made of harder wood (screw tends to slip to the side into the soft stuff). It might work better with pre-drilling and gluing like an insert but I've usually had no luck using them. IDK.Whatever works.

[Zeke]

RE: stripped wood screws, I have dowels in every size. 3 feet of 1/8" is $.0.79.

[creaturecat]

Originally Posted by stevej37

^^^ I wouldn't be surprised if over half the lawn mowers never get the oil checked...or changed.
Most just run them until there's a problem.

13 years and counting, - a Honda. ....... it's become an experiment.

[stevej37]

^^^ When/if it finally gives up...send Honda a testimonial. They might buy you a new mower.