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Maintenance Man
Приєднався 1 вер 2021
I am the maintenance technician and handyman.
My videos are usually of the various maintenance task that I am assigned. I try to create content that may help explain and illustrate how to perform repairs on your own. I also share bits of my life experiences. I own several rental units that I perform also handyman services on.
My videos are usually of the various maintenance task that I am assigned. I try to create content that may help explain and illustrate how to perform repairs on your own. I also share bits of my life experiences. I own several rental units that I perform also handyman services on.
How to fix a leaking hose bib (aka wall hydrant, spigot or outdoor faucet).
In this video I repair a leaking Woodford model 17 faucet by rebuilding the valve stem.
In the video, I used the Woodford RK-17MH Wall Hydrant Repair Kit. While I found the kit on a shelf at at Lowe’s, you’ll also find it on Amazon here:
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There ARE less expensive knock-off kits, for less money, but I chose to use the original manufactures kit.
I am an Amazon Associate, so if you use the link above to purchase, I’ll get a small commission.
In the video, I used the Woodford RK-17MH Wall Hydrant Repair Kit. While I found the kit on a shelf at at Lowe’s, you’ll also find it on Amazon here:
amzn.to/3WRAPlU
There ARE less expensive knock-off kits, for less money, but I chose to use the original manufactures kit.
I am an Amazon Associate, so if you use the link above to purchase, I’ll get a small commission.
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Відео
2004 Honda Civic Window Won’t Roll All the Way Down?
Переглядів 1784 місяці тому
In this video, I’ll show how I repaired my wife’s 2004 Honda Civic Hybrid’s door interior so that the window will roll all the way down. Basically, there is a foam block inside the door that is in the wrong position. The foam block’s adhesive gets hot and fails, allowing the foam block to fall forward. When the foam block falls forward, it begins to block the path that the window takes when it ...
How to replace motor, chain, drive sprocket and speed reducer gearbox on Ashland power belt conveyor
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You can find service manuals, parts, information, and lubrication info for  700 Series Worm Gear Speed Reducers Service & Support at these links: www.bostongear.com/service-and-support/700-series Part Numbers: Prelubricated for position “3” : F71830KB5G3 Unlubricated: F71830B5G Lubricating oil: 65159 Is your Ashland power belt conveyor, stopping mid sort? Does the gray speed reducer gearbox co...
How to make sharp tree rings with fire.
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In this video I’ll demonstrate how we sharpen and define tree rings with a propane landscape torch. It’s a quick and easy way to clean up your tree rings.
How to fix a noisy leaking toilet.
Переглядів 596 місяців тому
In this video, I will show you how I replace the flapper valve on a noisy leaking toilet. 
How to repair damaged baseboards with Bondo.
Переглядів 3566 місяців тому
Rather than replacing the baseboard, it can sometimes be repaired. In this video, I’ll show you how I repair damage baseboards with Bondo. 
Bathroom Faucet Maintenance - How to clean an aerator.
Переглядів 7166 місяців тому
When the flow of water from your bathroom faucet becomes distorted, it’s probably because you need to clean or replace your aerator. In this video, I’ll show you how I remove and replace the faucet aerator and well as give you some cleaning tips to save you the cost of replacing the aerator.
How to repair holes in drywall and damaged painted walls.
Переглядів 366 місяців тому
In this video I’ll show you how I repair holes in drywall and fix damaged painted walls. We will start with preparing the holes to be filled, then move on to filling the holes, sanding, finishing, and painting.
How to repair Formica laminate countertops
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In this video, I’ll be repairing the edge of a countertop where the laminate has peeled away from the counter. I’ll be using no foam gorilla group and some painters tape.
Renewing plastic trim on moms old Honda CR-V
Переглядів 1636 місяців тому
In this video, I use a heat gun to restore the shine of the plastic trim on my mom’s Honda CRV.
How to drain your water heater and exercise the temperature pressure relief valve.
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A water heater’s tank can act as a settling basin for solid suspended in the water. It is therefore not uncommon for hard water deposits to accumulate in the bottom of the tank. It is suggested that a few quarts of water be drained from the water heaters tank every month to clean the tank of these deposits. At least once a year, lift and release the lever handle on the temperature pressure reli...
How to rekey a KWIKSET SmartKey Security™ lock.
Переглядів 806 місяців тому
How to rekey a KWIKSET SmartKey Security™ lock.
How to transfer a pre-fabricated home from the trailer to the foundation.
Переглядів 4062 роки тому
How to transfer a pre-fabricated home from the trailer to the foundation.
The YMCA bought a house for me to live in! ❤️
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The YMCA bought a house for me to live in! ❤️
How to contain grey water from an outdoor shower.
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How to contain grey water from an outdoor shower.
Unboxing and assembly of the University Bunk Bed & Loft with Built In Ladder
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Unboxing and assembly of the University Bunk Bed & Loft with Built In Ladder
One man assembly of ESS Universal’s “Dallas” bunkbed.
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One man assembly of ESS Universal’s “Dallas” bunkbed.
How to replace the side mirror on a 2011 Ford F-250
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How to replace the side mirror on a 2011 Ford F-250
Heater Core Flush on a 2009 Subaru Forester
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Heater Core Flush on a 2009 Subaru Forester
How to replace a furnace blower motor.
Переглядів 124 тис.3 роки тому
How to replace a furnace blower motor.
How to repair a broken pull start rope on a champion model 100263 dual fuel generator.
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How to repair a broken pull start rope on a champion model 100263 dual fuel generator.
How to install a full size spare tire in a 2021 Subaru Outback Touring XT
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How to install a full size spare tire in a 2021 Subaru Outback Touring XT
Thank you so much, as a single woman I appreciate tips and hints because my counter edge needed fixing and I will definitely fix it now. Thanks again!
You're welcome! It's always good to learn something new. Merry Christmas!
Hey brother. thank you so much for this! this video was fantastic and decribed everything i needed from the hose size, length to cut the hose, which hose to use. dude this was great!
Thanks for taking the time to leave me a comment. I appreciate it. I need the encouragement sometimes! Happy holidays.
😂2:55 la ardilla 🐿️🐿️🐿️🐿️🐿️🐿️
esa foto de la ardilla me bombardeó! 😂
Also , put some crs in the core and let it set , then hookup the hose and back flush .
Mike , since your replacing the fluid, you should buy concentrate instead of 50% water your paying for , that way you can get 2 gallons of 50/50 mix
Just because you "think you're the only one there," you think you dont need to tag out. people have died because of that logic on the job site. When you're focused on your work, you can miss someone showing up. It's super easy.... couple minutes to put a lock on it definitely can't do anyone harm amd 100% keep you safe. Just saying 🙏🙏🤙🤙🫠
Great video. Had the same heat only on drivers side problem. Followed your instructions and SUCCESS! Only deviation was that I hooked the sprayer nozzle to air to empty coolant in heater core . Ran the coolant through a paint filter and found a lot of what looked like fine ground cinnamon. I reused the captured coolant and my flushes were less polluted with coolant. I purged about five 5 gallon buckets of water which produced old gasket material that looked like oatmeal. I purged the heater core with air again and topped off the top heater core with coolant using the 5/8 purged hose thinking I might avoid air lock. Reassembled hoses and started car. Warmed up car and had instant heat on both driver and passenger vents and defroster. Took a test drive and had normal operating temperature! And I haven't experienced good hot air like that for years! Thank you so much for your efforts and video! 2005 Outback Sport 2.51i in Montana, and yes I had the head gaskets replaced about a year ago. 161,000 miles.
Great job! I like the way you did it. I’m glad everything worked out great.
Hi - Do you know the wattage of the heat gun that you used? Thanks
1600 Watt. I’ve been using this one lately: BAUER 1600 Watt, 12 Amp, 14 Temperature Dual-Speed Heat Gun - Item 64112
No need to remember wire color. Input power lead just write what wire go to T1 T2 orT3 on the motor
Ya great tip!
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My car got Covid after following the exact steps.
But did you die? ~ Chow “Hangover 2”
Very informative
Thanks, hope it helped!
How do you know what motor to get for your furnace?
Look at the data plate on the old motor. It will have the size and rating info for the motor listed on it. Use that information when searching for a replacement motor. Alternatively, you can look up the model number of your furnace and research what motor it takes.
Beautiful
Thanks!
I owned a ‘75 just like it! Loved that bike!
Beauty ! I test-rode one of these a long time ago, wound up falling in love with (and buying) a CBX instead. That exhaust note hooked me and reeled me in....
Two wheeled happiness!
What a thing to show off!
Thank you!
Aaaahhhh, he calls his bike Kathleen!
Actually, my wife is named Cathleen. We took at trip on the bike together.
Not bad.
Thanks!
Great little clip!
Thank you!
Smooth!!!! 👍👍👍👍.
That rolled in so easily! Thanks!
Sweet 👍
Oh yeah! Thanks.
Sexy little thang
Absolutely gorgeous. I've an '84 1200 Aspencade. In good condition. Well, i thought it was till i saw this one 😂❤
Thanks so much!
@maintenanceman1503 to quote my old 1960's VW Maintenance manual: "Treat your ass kindly for it bears you". Look after that old girl & ride safe friend.
@duncanjowett5575 love that quote! I’ll treat her well. Thanks!
Sounds like a large docked ship moving in the water pulling on its lines.
That’s a different perspective. I’ll have to take your word for it. I’ve never heard the sound of a large dock shift moving in the water, pulling on its line.
Better than any Harley 🤘👍
I agree. I can actually hear things around me when I’m on this bike, on my Harley. I couldn’t even hear traffic in some cases. But I will admit that Harley looks sexy as hell.
@@maintenanceman1503 Harley has become gay now 😂😂😂😂
@@DiccSundström has it?!? I guess I’m out of the loop! What’s taking its place?
@@maintenanceman1503 They tried same shit as they did with Budwiser but i think they had to back of from it , you know those fucking rainbow fools
@@DiccSundström lol
I had one, loved it, sold it to by a car for my wife; the wife is gone, the car is gone, wish i still had the bike. Emotional damage.
Oh man! If that happened to me, I would need therapy. Best of luck, brother.
🙏
I have the sulfer yellow same year
Everybody likes that yellow! I haven’t ever seen one except on line.
So beautiful
Thanks man!
San Luis Obispo Ca native here, and worked at Rifle, where the Windjammer fairings were made :)
You did?! That’s cool! I did not know they were manufactured out there. Thanks for that!
@@maintenanceman1503 Great job with great owners. Technically, you have a Vetter fairing, and Rifle came later, but they are the same people, and we knew the product line as Rifle. Motorcycle makers figured out soon enough, that they could make their own fairings, and sell them cheaper. Our last day of operation, the whole plant took a group photo outside in the garden...then shut off the lights and locked the doors. Rifle carried on for almost 30 years, albeit MUCH smaller, making race and custom fairings. Unfortunately, they became a victim of the Covid shut down in mid 2023.
@SLO-Ride sounds like you were part of a proud legacy, you were lucky to be a part of that.
@@maintenanceman1503 It is a notch in my gas tank :) I started there 3 days after High School, but it only lasted a year after that. But it absolutely started my lifetime of riding!
Beautiful
Appreciate that, thanks!
How can I tell what kind/size motor I need to replace and where csn I buy a replacement for the motor and blower wheel? Please someone respond
When you take off the motor, it will have a little data plate that tells you the specifications. In most cases, you can just use that information to find one online that matches. Or, if you have a place that sells motors in your town, you can take the whole electric motor to them and they can, use it as an example and find you a replacement. As a final way to do it, you can use the make and model and serial number of your furnace (or whatever the motor goes to) and contact the manufacturer and ask for a replacement motor for that model.
Thank you so much!! the horses ripped the cables off the battery / trailer. A lot of mechanics around here are almost a month out, appreciate it!
Glad it helped. Thanks for leaving a comment.
Great Content. Thank You !
Glad you liked it!
Seems like you are flying by the seat of your pants.
Ya, most of the time.
Thanks for such detailed instructions with closeup video. Hopefully you won't need to do anymore repairs, but, if you do, please share...
Thanks for taking the time to leave a comment and for watching the video!
Great Video! Especially when that squirrel crawls into your brain at around 3:00! LOL Cheers!
But seriously, great how to. I have overheating on my daughter's 2010 OBW. TStat didn't fix it, so going down the list. Thanks again!
Glad you enjoyed it
That's a great job and I think that would help me
Glad it helped ya out!
Dirt inside that unit seems to be excessive. Especially inside that motor.
I found it common at that facility because it is a mountain summer camp with dirt roads, foot paths, and lots of dusty kids. After I took over as maintenance director, I started scheduled maintenance for cleaning and filter changes.
I will be doing this tomorrow. But inside the attic. Why can't they all be in a closet..............................?
My full size spare doesn’t even fit in the hole , not even close.. I don’t understand
What year, make, and model do you own?
@@maintenanceman1503 I have a 2014 limited outback
@@liannesilano2740 if you remove the foam tool tray, the tire won’t fit? What size are your tires?
@@maintenanceman1503 nope, can’t get it down in the well at all. 225/60/17
Ugh, that’s a bummer. Looks like the limited offered 17” tires (over the standard 16”) and that wheel well was not molded to accept anything larger than 16”.
If I didn’t want to carry a donut, what “repair kit” is best? Hole plugger, fix a flat, etc.. I do have upgraded roadside too. Does the foam provide sound cancellation? Basically, I’d like to utilize the space for storage.
I think your best bet would be a fixer flat product and maybe one of those tire plug kits
@@maintenanceman1503 Thx for the reply.
Awesome! I was hunger for this content. How can I reach you on one on one sir!
By email at YMCA.maintenance.man@gmail.com
@@maintenanceman1503 done!
Excellent video, thanks for making it. While I agree this is a simple repair I wasn't expecting there to be so many steps just to replace the rewind assembly. It reminds me a little of how some newer cars require you to remove the front tire to replace the battery or headlight (looking at you Dodge).
Ya, it’s a lot of steps to get to that little rewind assembly!
Man thank you so much for posting the whole process. There were little things I was unsure of like the wiring to the capacitor if it mattered which wire went were and other details, this helped me out a lot. $200 part, probably saved me at least $500 in labor (just a guess). Take care.
Hey, thanks so much for taking the time to leave me a comment. I’m glad it helped you out. I appreciate the encouragement.
Thank you for the video! Question for you: we have a boiler for heating our house and what appears to be the old furnace and ducts- we have a fan that runs with an air filter as part of the old furnace system and the last several months it’s been kicking on and off at odd intervals and not running the correct amount of time. Any idea what might need to be fixed?
Well it depends on what controls that fan. Does your wall thermostat turn it on when you set it to “fan on”?
@@maintenanceman1503 yes the wall thermostat controls it
@swey289 when you turn on the fan at the thermostat, does the fan respond by turning on?
Yes it does
@swey289 sounds like it’s short cycling (when a furnace fan turns off and on frequently). You might be able to fix some of these, but a professional might need to be called for others. it’s going to be one of a few different problems. It could be a faulty fan limit switch. That switch turns the blower on and off based on the information it gets from a temperature probe. A bad switch can keep the blower from turning off after the burners has stopped and the air exchanger is cool enough you could test the limit switch with a multimeter. It could be a dirty air filter. Air filter that’s very dirty can cause the furnace to turn on and off more often. You could have leaky or poorly designed ductwork, a furnace that’s too big, abnormally, high or low heat exchange temperatures, corroded, or dirty flame sensor, obstructed airflow from closed, vents or returned, ducks, or the blower motor could be malfunctioning The furnace should only be going through about 2 to 4 heat cycles each hour. And each cycle should last 5 to 15 minutes depending on your thermostat setting and how cold it is outside.
Good, but you should add a segment where the freaking fan is stuck on the shaft and you have to use a puller to get it off. That is my experience in the past when I replaced one.
If I have that happen, then I’ll create an episode for it. I’ll call at the “$&!$ Fan is stuck on the shaft” episode! Lol
I've heard that referred to as the redneck weed eater, lol.
Redneck weed eater? I like it!
There's no base seems built into the ground, It's always had a small water leak problem behind the toilet, Yesterday the pedal kinda broke like to much water goes down so have to bend over use my hands to quickly push down and hurry to pull up, It looks like an old RV that a truck would pull, probably from the late 80's or early 90's, Some rusted metal spring was near the pedal almost half an inch thick and about 3 inches long, Even if I bought a new pedal I don't know if anything could be fixed 😕
Hmmm that sounds like some sort of custom fitted toilet. Maybe whoever installed it didn’t really figure out how to follow the manufacturers recommendations or they had to make a modification in order to make it work in that spot? I’d recommend replacing it with a different toilet. The one in the video is hard to find parts for now. The Thetford Aqua-Magic® VI cost around $140 new, with free shipping here: www.amazon.com/dp/B0B8LN4PR5/ref=cm_sw_r_as_gl_api_gl_i_5J9YFDTX8K7HXN777X1J?linkCode=ml2&tag=scampchannel-20
Okay, I'll give it a try. I've been using a wipe on paste that doesn't last anywhere near a year.
Sweet, let me know how that turns out. I bet you’ll be real happy with the results.
I've done that to auto interiors to remove light scratches from the plastic. Do you have any idea how long that sheen will last on the exterior?
It’s been about a year and her CR-V’s trim still looks great. I think it’ll last several years.