Cars & Other Vehicles
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How to Keep Tarp from Flapping
Method 1Method 1 of 2:Securing Tarp on a Truck Bed or Trailer1Lay down your back tarp first and laye
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How to Drift on a Bicycle
Method 1Method 1 of 2:Learning the Basic Motions1Pedal quickly toward a turn. The faster you’re goin
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How to Drive an Excavator
Method 1Method 1 of 4:Starting the Machine1Determine if the machine is in an ISO or SAE control patt
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How to Grease Trailer Bearings
Part 1Part 1 of 2:Accessing the Trailer Bearings1Lift the trailer with a car jack so you can safely
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How to Build Trailers
Part 1Part 1 of 4:Constructing the Frame1Get four 2 in (5.1 cm) x 3 in (7.6 cm) pieces of rectangula
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How to Navigate a Roundabout
Method 1Method 1 of 3:Navigating a Single-Lane Roundabout1Slow down as you approach the roundabout.
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How to Adapt a Mousetrap Car for Distance
Method 1Method 1 of 3:Optimizing Your Wheels1Use large rear wheels. Large wheels have greater rotati
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How to Call Mayday from a Marine Vessel
Method 1Method 1 of 2:Relaying a Mayday distress signalA second vessel not in distress may find itse
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How to Mount a Trolling Motor
Method 1Method 1 of 3:Mounting a Trolling Motor on the Transom1Open the mounting bracket clamps. Tra
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How to Upcycle, Sell, or Recycle Your Old License Plates
1Wall ArtUse an old license plate to create an interesting decorative piece. It would be easy enough
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How to Drive a Moving Truck
Part 1Part 1 of 3:Inspecting the Truck before You Drive1Check the lights and signals to make sure th
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How to Install a Rear View Camera
Part 1Part 1 of 4:Purchasing the Necessary Equipment1Buy a mountable backup camera for your specific
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How to Control a Drone
Method 1Method 1 of 3:Taking off and Landing a Drone1Practice piloting the drone in a large open are
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How to Refill a Car Battery
Part 1Part 1 of 2:Checking the Water Levels1Put on protective eyewear and gloves. Always wear person
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How to Paint a Car Roof
Part 1Part 1 of 2:Prepping the Roof for Painting1Match the existing color by using the car’s color c
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How to Fly a Cessna
Part 1Part 1 of 8:Learning About Aircraft Instruments1Study a Cessna 172 aircraft instrument panel.
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How to Fit a Racechip
Part 1Part 1 of 4:Accessing the Engine1Wait about 10 minutes for the engine to cool if the car has b
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How to Build an Airplane
Part 1Part 1 of 3:Constructing the Plane1Check your area regulations on building your own airplane.
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How to Become a Truck Driver
Part 1Part 1 of 3:Research the Career1Know what to expect as salary. Your salary will vary based on
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How to Tow a Trailer
Part 1Part 1 of 3:Hitching Your Trailer1Make sure your vehicle is rated for towing the load. You pro