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Project: Make a Coffee Can Stove

by Rob • July 25, 2015 • 0 Comments

This little project only takes an hour or so from start to mealtime. Kids learn to use a rotary tool to cut metal, build a small campfire, and cook their own breakfast.

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How To, Projects

Folding Kayak Plans

by Rob • July 2, 2015 • 12 Comments

Here is a great project that can be done in a single weekend (but will probably take two).  It will cost way less than buying one, and the cost per kayak goes down if you make two at once.

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How To, Mashup, Projects

Project: Build a Boat

by My Four Sons • April 13, 2015 • 1 Comment

So I stumbled on this page about free boat plans: www.svensons.com… Originally, I was going to build the paddle pusher. It looked simple enough. Then I thought that as long as I was going to the trouble, I might build…

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How To, Projects

Make a Neon-Look Flourescent Message Board

by Rob • December 14, 2014 • 0 Comments

This is a great weekend project, especially if you have an old 3.7 volt wall adapter.  I have a box of these in my shop, but I never now what to make with them.  Be sure to check the output…

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Mashup, Robots

Beginning Robotics – Capacitors

by Rob • December 11, 2014 • 1 Comment

Capacitors are a very common gadget in almost any electric circuit. Capacitors are kind of like electrical springs. When you push down on a spring, you give it some energy. If you let go, the energy comes back out of…

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Saturn V Model Rocket 1:10 Scale!

by BoysDad.com • December 1, 2014 • 0 Comments

Now this is what I call a model rocket.  Created by Steve Eves, this rocket is said to be the largest amateur rocket ever launched.  The video was filmed in April of 2005.   Here are the specs according to Popular…

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