DIY Living – Page 2 – CONFIDENT TO DIY

Aqua Cube Companion Base Camp Shower- Error Code E1

This particular shower was mass produced in China across multiple brand names including companion aqua cube Logic, base camp Mr. Heater Aqua Cube, hike crew, cost way, etc.. in multiple countries. So there are multiple varying owners manuals with different degrees of information. In the Northern American owners manuals (Mr. Heater) you can find the [...]

GSI Haulilite Pressure Cooker Demise

GSI discontinued selling their anodized aluminum pressure cookers. I suspect it was due to it being an inferior product. For starters it’s important to understand that the GSI pressure cooker was a single ply anodized aluminum pressure cooker that was manufactured overseas and stamped with the GSI logo to be sold in the US under [...]

Harbor Freight 6 x 8 Green House 10 Year Review

I installed our HF 6 x 8 green house back in september 2014 following this guide.. https://www.instructables.com/Building-and-Improving-the-Harbor-Freight-6×8-Gree/. The original panels exposed to the sun were covered with 6mm UV rated plastic. All of the original panels are still in place except for 5 of the roof panels which finally gave out this spring of 2024! [...]

Keurig B70 Slow Drip

I bought a used Keurig B70 at a thrift store, a few years ago, without being able to test it out first. Much to my dismay I plugged it in and discovered that it did not have any water pressure. I wish I had replaced both solenoids at the same time I replaced the pump [...]

Dashcams Rav4 Prime XSE

I find myself looking at installing a dash cam into our 2023 Toyota RAV4 prime with the premium package. The ever popular choice amongst owners is the Fitcamx however I personally chose to install the Viofo A229 and I will explain why. Parking Mode This is a feature that uses sensors to detect and film [...]

Rav4 Prime XSE Mods

So I purchased a premium package Rav4 Prime XSE and here are my mods to make the vehicle a tad bit better! There are YouTube videos and tutorials on how to install most of these items. The PIAA horn does not have any installation videos or tutorials but it’s extremely easy to follow the installation [...]

Buyers Guide: Predatory Dealership Add On Accessories. How I got a “hot vehicle” in short supply in 4.5 months of searching.

These are my experiences, thoughts, and feelings as a consumer and should not be mistaken for legal advice! How I found and purchased my vehicle and avoided paying for any illegal predatory aftermarket added dealer merchandise, services, or accessories. During this entire time I was looking for a vehicles across the Country and I was [...]

Takibi

Takibi fire pit grill accessories- no storage bag Takibi Floga- inadequate bag Takibi Rumpl blanket- lack of stuff sack Pictured above is also the Takibi fire tool set which is 100% worth buying. There is also a small firewood bag single bundle carrier. Takibi fire pit includes the collapsible fire pit, base plate and carrying [...]

Soltech Vita Grow Light Smart Home Integration & DIY Light Shades

I am just getting started with using grow lights and armed with my knowledge of LED lighting I greatly appreciate the vita grow lights impressive specs. With a Color Rendering Index of 95 and 3000 kelvin color spectrum, this shows that attention to detail was given when making this light and great consideration was given [...]

No Sew Potting Mat

Supplies For this project I only had to purchase the vinyl for $25.00 for 2 yards + S&H. Assembly Measure, fold and clip the 4” walls in on themselves to create a crease in all four corners. Next secure seams in place with the clips 4” on center from the top corner. Using the awl [...]