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The Eclectic Handyman
United States
Приєднався 1 гру 2006
🛠️ Let's learn to fix it ourselves while using cool new and vintage tools! 🛠️
I'm an around the house handyman that like many is the, "jack of all trades, and master of none." This channel focuses on home repairs, working on cars, do-it-yourself fixes and upgrades, vintage and modern tool reviews, along with other helpful content. Hopefully this will help you be handy too while using some cool tools and make the journey just a little easier!
⚠️ *DISCLAIMER: This channel and its videos do not offer professional advice. The Eclectic Handyman is not liable or responsible for anything tried based on the videos. Use at your own risk. Consult a professional for any job required*
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I'm an around the house handyman that like many is the, "jack of all trades, and master of none." This channel focuses on home repairs, working on cars, do-it-yourself fixes and upgrades, vintage and modern tool reviews, along with other helpful content. Hopefully this will help you be handy too while using some cool tools and make the journey just a little easier!
⚠️ *DISCLAIMER: This channel and its videos do not offer professional advice. The Eclectic Handyman is not liable or responsible for anything tried based on the videos. Use at your own risk. Consult a professional for any job required*
▶ Make sure to check out my other travel-based channel, 'Mr. Mountain Man': ua-cam.com/users/MrMountainMan
The Eclectic Handyman Community:
1 Subscriber - a while ago
100 Subscribers - 6/2/2020
500 Subscribers - 7/16/2021
1000 Subscribers - 1/24/2022
5000 Subscribers - 3/25/2024
10k ???
How To Clean and Re-Oil a Reusable Performance Air Filter
#diy #howto #cars #automobile #maintenance
Learn the steps about how to properly clean, maintenance, and re-oil a reusable performance air filter.
🛠️ K&N Air Filter Cleaning Kit | Kit-99-5000:
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#mustang #shelby #gt500 #gt500kr
Learn the steps about how to properly clean, maintenance, and re-oil a reusable performance air filter.
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#mustang #shelby #gt500 #gt500kr
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Saving Money RESTORING 25 Year Old CRAFTSMAN USA Professional Screwdrivers
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#vintage #restoration #tools #howto #diy #budget I picked up some used, Made in the USA Craftsman Professional screwdrivers that have a lot of potential with some elbow grease to get back in like-new condition. These only cost a fraction compared to what they go for new older stock (NOS) at around $30. Let's see if I'm able to rehab them and get a nice looking set on a budget. 🛠️ Cleaners used ...
How to Secure Mount Soft Sided or Throw Over Motorcycle Saddlebags on a Budget
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#diy #howto #motorcycle #saddlebags #custom Learn how to secure mount throw over or soft sided canvas/leather saddlebags to universal saddlebag supports using basic hardware on a budget. No expensive extra bracketry needed. This works particularly well for saddlebags that move around too much in the wind, or can't be thrown over the bike because a sissy bar setup or seat is in the way like in m...
Vintage Craftsman USA Tool Haul and Discussion
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#CRAFTSMAN #USA #tools #madeintheusa #Sears #NOS #NewOlderStock Let's look in the old Craftsman catalog to find and discuss some of the discontinued, new older stock 'NOS' Craftsman (or gently used) made in the USA tools that I've acquired recently. These are unused tools I've bought just as you could of gotten back in the day when Sears still sold all USA made Craftsman tools. Since the sale o...
How to Properly Remove a Windshield Wiper Arm
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#diy #howto #repair #automobile #auto See how to properly and easily remove a windshield wiper arm off any car, auto, boat, RV, truck, or any form of transportation that has windshield wipers mounted on a bolt. 🛠️ Windshield Wiper Arm Removal Tool, Heavy-Duty Arm Bearing Remover Puller Repair Tool amzn.to/4dFiKyN ▶ _As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases_
Unboxing, Blade Setup, Test & Review of the Craftsman 7-1/4" Brushless Circular Saw
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#craftsman #tools #review #toolreview #electrictools It's time for an upgrade! Let's check out this CRAFTSMAN brushless CMCS551B V20 RP 20-Volt Max 7-1/4 inch Circular Saw. I unbox it, show how to install the 24T blade, review its features, and test it out on some 2x4s. 🛠️ CRAFTSMAN V20 RP Cordless Circular Saw, 7-1/4 inch (CMCS551B) amzn.to/49NRnj5 🛠️ CRAFTSMAN 20V Power Tool Battery 2-Pack, L...
How to Rip Cut Long Deck Boards
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#diy #howto #tools #deck #wood See how to rip (cut lengthwise) long 16' deck boards evenly with your circular saw using a basic setup. 🛠️ Kreg KMA2685 Rip-Cut Circular Saw Guide amzn.to/3vPkogm 🛠️ BORA Workhorse XT Adjustable Height Sawhorse amzn.to/3JjmjwK 🛠️ CRAFTSMAN V20 RP Cordless Circular Saw, 7-1/4 inch (CMCS551B) amzn.to/4aTOYEw ▶ _As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases_
How To Diagnose and Replace a Pressure Washer Water Pump
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#howto #diy #repair #pressurewashing #pressurewashers This step-by-step discusses basic diagnosis and how to remove and replace a pressure washer water pump. This procedure should be similar on many makes and models of home and commercial pressure washers as the mechanics are the same. Model in this video: Briggs & Stratton 3000psi pressure washer model # 020498-00 ✔️ Pressure washer water pump...
Vintage Craftsman USA 3/8" Deep Socket Set Build Out
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Vintage Snap-on QJR117F 1/4" Torque Wrench Review
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Review & Test of the BAUER Portable Hot Glue Gun
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Upgrading After Harbor Freight Nailer Fails - Reviewing the Craftsman 16 Gauge Portable Nailer
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RARE Craftsman Made in the USA NOS Polished Locking Flex Head Ratcheting Wrench Sets
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How to Fix a Broken Dodge Grand Caravan Power Window, Lock, & Door Switch
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How to Remove and Fix Windshield Scratches
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How to Remove and Fix Windshield Scratches
How to Remove a Stuck, Seized, or Stubborn Coolant or Heater Hose
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How To Easily Find Hidden Nails or Screws in Deck Boards
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How To Fix a P0365 Check Engine Light (CEL) on a BMW E46 3 Series
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Vintage Craftsman Eclectic Tool Haul - Discussing These Made in the USA Finds
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Snap-On vs. Craftsman USA Long Needle Nose Pliers: How Snap-on Pliers Won The Battle This Time
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How to Easily Fix a Low Pressure / Slow Flowing Faucet
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Toolbox Widget and Labels 1st Impressions, Full Review, Drawer Movement + Quality Test, & Opinion
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Craftsman Made In the USA Rare 16 piece Ratcheting Wrench Sets
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How To: Member's Mark Grill Burner Replacement and Rehab
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Craftsman Brushless Oscillating Multi-Tool, Unboxing & Review. Will it cut through old nails?
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How To: Service, Adjust, Remove & Replace the Shelby GT500KR Locking Hood Pins
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Watching this after that earthquake that happened here in central California right now. 8/6/24. Now i know, thank you
I love the gloves like he’s cooking or giving someone a cavity search
$62 now. 2024. lol
I have the 3/8 drive Craftsman 12. Point deep and I'm missing the 15/16 and 7/8 I have the 13/16 part number g43318 and I the one sae part number 43320 g the 1 12point is the biggest 3/8 and do you know the part number for my missing socket in your book
@@craigdave3266 Yep so the 13/16" deep is part # 43338. The 7/8" is part # 43339. The 15/16" is part # 43328. The 1" is part # 43329. Hope this helps! 🛠️
might add one to my collection 😏
@@heavyspam1 It's continued to work great for me. It's one of those tools, 'when you need it, you need it,' and nice to have around 🛠️
But you damaged the wood!!
Someone tightend the one on the car im working on so much i cant even take it off with the pulley off ima just replace the whole line rip
"That's what she said."
No it's not ! the wheel on the end of the shaft has a bearing in the shaft shouldn't spin
I just purchased a blue 01 convertible. It's not as clean as your 01 but it will be in the future. It will be fun to get it where I want it.
the ball bearing are located inside the tracks. that is not a roller!!🙄
@@davidkirk8025 The complete assembly is called a 'roller' technically it's the stem/shaft being lubricated. The ball bearings inside the nylon wheel are sealed and not maintainable anyway.
Sounds provocative
Good video. I have the same pump on my Craftsman PW that was purchased in 2008. It has been barely used 5 hours and still running strong. I went to the pump manufacturer website and downloaded the owners manual for the new pump.
Thanks for the info!! 🤗
I did not know this. Thanks for the info!
Good to know.
@@ritalockett9788 A lot easier than spraying from ends, thanks for watching Rita! 🛠️
The 18-gallon Project Source totes you mention will not fit side by side on these shelves. They must have changed the dimensions of the totes because they're too tall and wide. They're 15.4 inches tall and there's only 14.5 inches between shelves. They're 16.9 inches wide, so two side-by-side are 33.8 inches, and you said there's only 33 inches across for totes.
Those are pretty… I’d totally have gone for that set.
@@gtcam723 Yes the Craftsman Professional set is a really nice set. I typically use them for above the car projects where I'm not sliding them across the garage floor. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
Awesome clarity, a big job for us seniors made simple . Will be saving your site as a reference Big savings for us who are on limited funds,. A Great friend to all USA Seniors.
@@VMac-eg7fb I really appreciate the positive feedback and hope this helps, thanks for watching! 🛠️
Thanks for the informative video. I’ve seen some use a spacer in between deck boards. Not necessary?
@@dodgers9302 The reason I didn't use a spacer is because this is pressure treated lumber that's still wet, and as it dries it will shrink up to 1/2" give or take. Wet boards should be laid up against each other and as they dry, the gap occurs naturally. If you're using kiln dried wood, then you'd want to use spacers. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
So wipe off the grout sealer from the grout. Got it!
LOL puts the clamp tool next to the crimp rings and vice versa. You can *carefully* cut off copper crimp rings using a Dremel cut-off wheel.
Hi, my friend, I sure did appreciate your video. My return line came off and i had no clue what to do until your video came up. Thanks a lot i can now attempt my repair first thing in the morning.
@@jackroche727 Glad it helped, thanks for watching! 🛠️
Love the video, I recommend swapping the audio to a mono track instead of stereo sound to get rid of lopsided audio
That looks much better now, it was pretty dirty. Hard to believe you would let anything get that dirty. It looks like a new car under that hood. You keep all your cars ,motor cycle and tools so clean. Very nice.
@@ritalockett9788 Yes it looks better and runs better too! I appreciate the comments on the cars, bike, and tools, its fun to mess around with them. Thanks for watching Rita! 🛠️
🛠 If you have a technique that you recommend, make sure to comment below! 🛠
This helped, thanks!
I have an embarrassing admission: I just unboxed my new saw today - this same model - and the first thing I did was loosen the miter lock handle too much and the nut fell off. Is there a simple way to reattach the nut? I'm thinking I'm probably going to have to take off the locking mechanism (two phillips head screws and two hex bolts) to fix it, but I'm hesitant to take it apart even more and risk making the situation even worse. Advice on a simple way to reattach the nut?
@@JamesLord1968 You are not alone because I did the EXACT same thing! The miter lock handle is disengaged and will not tighten. Luckily I use the stop positions mostly and don't need the handle. The few times I did, I made sure not to bump it. I have yet to disassemble and fix. I honestly think it's a poor design. 🛠️
You didn’t fix shit.. you replaced it
I Have an entire set of 4500 Craftsman Professional Polished Wrenches that are Profiled in this Video..........excellent condition, I LOVE them, rarely use them since they are in like new, excellent condition...............Yes, I believe these excellent wrenches are form the 90's. All my wrenches say Made in USA clearly engraved on them......good luck finding this quality of wrench today....they are not made anymore, love Craftsman.....esp the old stuff..........
@@ChrisCotter-q4i This is all very true, such a well made set and hard to find anything like this USA made anymore unless going with Snap-on which is 5x the cost. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
Thanks, need a tool cuz mine is stuck on GOOD, but this helped A LOT
They make pads that will not bite into soft metal. I made my own by taking sheet metal, hammering it around my vise and gluing several layers of leather to the jaw faces. Thanks for the tip
@@stvargas69 Yeah I could see that setup working for a lot of scenarios. Thabks for watching! 🛠️
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That was quite the project! Now you can jump over to MMM and take us for a ride! 🤗👍🏼😎
@@azrock235 That's a great idea if it would just stop raining here in the mountains! 😅 Thabks for checking it out AZ! 🛠️
@@TheEclecticHandyman you’re welcome and I hope the rain stops for you soon! 🤗👍🏼🏍😎
Thank you
Thanks for not wearing flip flops👍
😅 Yeah not unless I'm at the pool or beach
I buy these at estate sales when I find them. Clean with Dawn. Fast wire wheel the tips (rust off). 3-in-1 oil on the shank and Armor All the plastic handles. Takes minutes to do.
That's a great procedure, thanks for sharing. Sure saves a bunch of money as these or any like it go for such a premium. Thanks for watching! 🛠️
@@TheEclecticHandyman So far I have collected 61 of the red soft handle Pro versions and 19 of the black hard Pro handle ones.
@@branned Wow that's a comprehensive collection! Restoring to sell, collect, or do you use them regularly? I also like the red versions and they made a lot more variety of that type.
@@TheEclecticHandyman I save them. I do not sell them. My original 12 Red Soft handles came from me ordering thru the old Craftsman Tool catalog and WF engraved my name on them. I also ordered two more sets for my kids with their names on them. My young dau at the time was like what.....🤦♀🤦♀
@@TheEclecticHandyman I have a few modern red soft Snap-on screwdrivers that I think they just copied the old Craftsman Pro versions.
I wanted to say that You did a good video on this and it worked for me, it took patience and when I tried to start - I almost gave up - but the engine started and the power washer was pumping !!! thanks for your explanations 😶
@@jig7saw Great to hear you got it working, thanks for watching! 🛠️
🛠 If you have a technique to share on how you restore tools, make sure to comment below! 🛠
Starts at 10:10
thats generous
Use evaporust gel and a small model paint brush to get it exactly where you want it and keep it off what you don't.
This is another great tip with the gel/brush appreciate it, thanks for watching! 🛠
Why didn't you tape them?
This is a GREAT suggestion, and wish I had thought of that prior. Could use some electrical tape and mask off the area exactly. I'll have to give that a try on one of my other older screwdrivers. Thanks for watching! 🛠
You could try cold blueing if you want to make them black again. Not sure how well it would match the black oxide remaining on the shanks though.
This is awesome. I love the detail of the easy diagnosis of its even the fan!!
I love that screwdriver I tried to remove the shaft by heating the metal and u can get the handle out no matter what so I Forged me a custom tool
That's cool! Yes this particular style is my favorite style of Craftsman USA screwdrivers Thanks for watching! 🛠️
Having a set of screwdrivers in the house and garage comes in handy. I remember you using the Evapo Rust on the black oxide tools and it turning them. You will have to buy a case now to hold your screw drivers once you get them cleaned up. This has been a good teaching lesson on what to use and what not to use on cleaning tools. They look nice now.
Yeah that Evapo-Rust mishap has happened a couple of. Time unfortunately 😅 These came out much better than I expected and happy to have the extras to use. Thanks for watching Rita! 🛠️
only 5 hundred miles on the e bike and already i needed to look up how to change a rear tire.... seems easy enough .... should be back in action soon ... thanks
Nice work!
How would you remove rusty nails without damaging or removing the boards?
It's in my experience difficult to do unless the head of the nail is already above the board. Then you can use a buffer piece of wood to pry against and protect the board. Some folks will flip the boards and use the underside, but wood on decks is naturally cupped per the grain and how they grew, so usually the rings point down. If it's just a board or two the cost of new boards is nominal so I try and replace, plus it adds longevity vs. using an older board. Thanks for watching! 🛠️