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Top Stories Hiding Your FasTrak EZ-Pass or Other Toll Tag in Your Car . Originally written by me for BayAreaPrelude.com This instructable covers how toll tags work and how to embed or hide your FasTrak, or EZ-Pass, or any other electronic toll collection device in your dash so that you do not have an annoying tag in your window. Read Full Story

What is a magnetic motor?   A magnetic motor produce electricity on its own, completely off the grid. It uses magnets, and magnetic force to induce perpetual motion. It runs by itself, indefinitely without stopping. A Perpetual motion device refers to a machine that runs perpetually i.e. indefinitely, and produces a larger amount of energy than it consumes. Thus, it produces free energy indefinitely, runs by itself, without having to need a third-party device or resource to power it.   How... Read Full Story

Today's hints and tips will help you make your DIY jobs easier and give you tips on how to keep thing's in tip top order. D I Y HINTS Puff a little powdered graphite into a jammed or stiff lock. Do this about every 6 months to keep locks running smoothly. Using oil tends to gum the works. Before trying to put a large nail into wood that may split, use a little nail first to start the hole. Dipping a nail in paraffin or rubbing it with soap will help it go in smoothly. Sticking a small piece... Read Full Story

Want to save big money and improve the quality of your life?  Paint a room in your home.   It takes less time than you think to do it right.  Getting a room painted can cost several hundred dollars.  DIYers can do it for well under $100.  Here is a recap: DIY: How to Paint a Room Like a Pro (Part I) DIY: How to Paint a Room Like a Pro (Part II) DIY: How to Paint a Room Like a Pro (Part III) [I have a painting project planned for later in the summer-- I will add pictures to this... Read Full Story

My daughter drives in less than two and one half years.  One of the skills she will have before she heads out on the road alone is the ability to change a flat tire (the other three kids will too). Yes, I have towing service as part of my auto insurance, but what if there is no mobile or other phone service?   Should she stand around and wait for someone to pass by?  No way Jose! You should practice in your driveway once or twice so you can do it the moment it is needed.  Here's what to do... Read Full Story

Got a dollar?  Buy a tire gauge and get your vehicle owner's manual out-- then head for the service station.   Here's how to check the tire pressure of you vehicle: Consult your owner's manual for the proper recommended tire pressures for your vehicle.  You will probably find different pressures for front and back.  It doesn't matter what the tire sidewall says-- follow the owner's manual Use the tire pressure gauge twice on each tire to get an accurate reading.  If you are over-- let... Read Full Story

I thought I would review some of my DIY projects and their respective savings from the past year.  Here they are: Preparing my own firewood $550 on chords of wood and $500-800 on offset home heating oil ( The Four Key Ways We Save on Heating Bills ) Chimney sweeps (three times) $450 ( Firewood Season Coming to a Close . . . ) Oil changes $10 each time (Mostly on getting better quality materials for less) Valve cover gaskets changed $250 ( DIY Auto Savings . . . ) Brake job $200... Read Full Story

The five biggest mistakes people make painting walls!! Painting walls tends to be easier than ceilings, they're more accessible and it's a matter of just pulling furniture away from the walls and cove... Read more... < Prev   Next > Read Full Story

How interesting and decorative suncatchers really are. They always appear so artistic and, the type that are made with stained glass, seem to be very popular today. In fact, many are made from plastic sheeting. These are relatively easy to make as I am about to describe below. In the main I have found that I have given these out as presents and the receivers have always been delighted with them! Post from: Article Bookshelf Read Full Story

Use and distribution of this article is subject to our Publisher Guidelines whereby the original author's information and copyright must be included. How To Negotiate Buying A New Car! Some Tips You Should Know!   by Richard Blaine 0 votes vote Are you thinking about buying a new car? Have you ever purchased a new car? Have you ever negotiated the purchase of a new car? Do you know how to negotiate buying a new car? If yes, great! If no, read on! You know that when it comes down to... Read Full Story