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Casting Metal On The American Garage
Posted on Wednesday September 18, 2019
Steve learns to cast metal on The American Garage in order to make special castings of custom items. If you have ever gone looking for something very specific, and not been able to find it? So have we, and the solution is to make it yourself. With metal casting, you can create any number of custom items to your own specifications. Casting metal does have its hazards, as one can expect when handling hot liquid metal. Be sure to put safety first! However, this can be a rewarding and fun project that will set you apart from the crowd. As Steve dives into the different crafts and trades, metal casting was unexpectedly more achievable than first anticipated. Here's a few words from Steve- I really expected that this project would be out of reach, and that it would be too difficult to produce satisfactory results. So, I started researching- I found The King of Random's channel, and it seems he is fascinated with melting things, and he had a great video on how the make a foundry very inexpensively. So I followed his instructions and built my own. I was surprised how easily this can be done. I did want to be successful the first time, so I researched how to cast, and the different methods for making a mold. I found a casting professional, and watched him cast items on his channel for hours. It was fun to watch, and to see the results of his work. So, I used some of the techniques that he did, and picked up quite a few pointers from watching him. Below are links to the videos I had seen. Check it out, and let me know how your first casting goes. https://youtu.be/hHD10DjxM1g Olfoundryman has a ton of videos to watch an expert in action. This is the first one I watched- https://youtu.be/99n1fDkBEPw
Changing Timing Belt on Audi A8- The American Garage
Posted on Tuesday September 18, 2018
Steve shows how to change the timing belt, water pump and thermostat on an Audi A8
Tips For Painting With Spraygun
Posted on Thursday July 04, 2019
Steve digs into the mysteries of painting with a spraygun. In this brief episode, Steve goes over some of the finer points that he learned when painting the boat. Although it may look hard, painting with a spray gun is not out of reach, and this was a first time job on the boat. True, you have seen Steve paint smaller items, like the tractor- but painting a large item can seem like a daunting task. And, the results may not be as desired- or so it seems. Painting is not as mysterious as it first seems, and Steve gives some quick tips on what to look for. This was an enjoyable project, so look for more painting projects in the future. Here are some additional links- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lw0ObOdWnRE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NjOOTaHa8GI https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P_9WQmicyJU
Preparing the Audi A8 for Service- The American Garage
Posted on Monday September 17, 2018
Putting Audi A8 in service mode.
The American Garage Minute- How to repair a power steering pump
Posted on Tuesday November 18, 2014
After having a power steering pump failure, Steve scoured the web for information on how to fix a power steering pump. The search was mostly futile, so he made a video to show how the pump works, how to take it apart, troubleshoot, and reassemble.
The American Garage Minute- How to use a Jointer
Posted on Friday October 17, 2014
A jointer is an essential tool to good woodworking. Steve shows you how to use a jointer, and what results to expect.Do you make boxes or frames and have them come out crooked? This will help considerably.
The American Garage Minute- Audi A6 Repairs 2
Posted on Sunday March 23, 2014
Okay- so this is longer than a minute. Steve completes the repairs to the car and reassembles.
The American Garage Minute- Audi A6 Repairs 1
Posted on Saturday March 22, 2014
Steve tackles the replacement of the timing belt on an Audi A6, as well as replacing the valve cover gaskets and seals. This is more than a minute episode, but hey! It had to be done, so I shared it with you. Also, we've added a video on how to replace the timing belt with a little more detail then what we show here.
The American Garage Minute- Tire Sizes
Posted on Wednesday March 05, 2014
On The American Garage, Steve explains tire sizes. If you are thinking about changing the size of your tires or wheels, the fit on your car is very important. Not all wheels and tires work together, and if your car is slightly exotic, you may have limited options.
The American Garage Minute- Garden Preparation
Posted on Tuesday February 18, 2014
Time to get ready to plant your spring garden! Steve uses the David Bradley to get the garden ready for seeds and plants.