Rust Removal and Mitigation on the Escort Wagon! 😔 The Broken Life 2023-11-18 | The rust situation on my 1995 Ford Escort wagon has been accelerating to the point of getting way out of hand over the last year or two. The time has come to clean it up, slow it down, and start forming a plan for replacing some metal on the car in the future.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Rust Converter Spray ► amzn.to/3G58u3nSuper Thin Paint ► amzn.to/47iVNxIDecent Paint for Top Coating ► amzn.to/46moU2bVideo LinksEscort Playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP18uejB3RCfcJlr9z0n0MlFHOalbSzvtWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Blazers First Oil Change After Being Run Nearly Dry! The Broken Life 2023-04-08 | Unknown to me, because I was too foolish to look, my 1997 Chevy Blazer was down to about a quart of oil remaining in it when it came home. To my complete shock, it still ran excellent and made amazing oil pressure. I filled it up, spun a new filter on, and walked away... What does it look like after a few hours of run time? Not. Good. 😆Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Leak Detection Dye ► amzn.to/43gTj1hVideo LinksBlazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=iH3YR26YdZk&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Happy 4 Year Anniversary, YouTube! 💕 The Broken Life 2023-01-29 | It's hard to believe, but it's been four years since I first decided that I wanted to give YouTube a try. Believe me when I tell you that a lot has changed for me over that time and the amount of support I've gotten from the community we've built here has been mind boggling. Thank you all!Video Links:The Broken Tech Channel ► youtube.com/@thebrokentech8132Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 31! The Broken Life 2022-12-31 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 30! The Broken Life 2022-12-30 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Valve Stem Tool ► amzn.to/3BYPL7ROil Filter Socket Set ► amzn.to/3FU9YNzWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 29! The Broken Life 2022-12-29 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Quick Clamp Set ► amzn.to/3YMi8QpWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 28! The Broken Life 2022-12-28 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Wood Handle Ball Peen Hammer ► amzn.to/3vePJowMini-Sledge ► amzn.to/3BTSUWtNail Setters / Drift Punches ► amzn.to/3YL2iWyWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 27! The Broken Life 2022-12-27 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):My DeWalt drill ► amzn.to/3PIdyyLLeft Handed Drills ► amzn.to/3WhXQN0Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 26! The Broken Life 2022-12-26 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Similar to my most used HFT Pry Bar ► amzn.to/3BQdIhSWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 25! The Broken Life 2022-12-25 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Plumbers Brushes ► amzn.to/3WBMHXfSuper Long Nylon Brush ► amzn.to/3VhoLr1Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 24! The Broken Life 2022-12-24 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Lenox Blades ► amzn.to/3HPwQQNMilwaukee Box Knife ► amzn.to/3VgQQi8Kitchen Shears ► amzn.to/3PJV4OaWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 23! The Broken Life 2022-12-23 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Flex Head Ratchet ► amzn.to/3BUHDp4Small Diameter Magnet on a Stick ► amzn.to/3G6oTEvWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 22! The Broken Life 2022-12-22 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):A better tire pressure gauge than mine (glows in the dark!) ► amzn.to/3YFCqewMy exact locking air chuck ► amzn.to/3HOEWsWWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 21! The Broken Life 2022-12-21 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Giant Pipe Wrench ► amzn.to/3haqkcyWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 20! The Broken Life 2022-12-20 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Giant Wrenches... check eBay too... New Craftsman, via eBay, were the cheapest option when I bought mine and the best way to get a "complete" set in terms of sizes beyond 3/4"/19mm. The links below are incomplete, but a good start:SAE ► amzn.to/3PaDD97Metric ► amzn.to/3YbkpEt---Ratcheting wrenches (stubbies too!) ► amzn.to/3FgZIOVWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 19! The Broken Life 2022-12-19 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Dirt Cheap Allen Socket Set ► amzn.to/3W93CQRI can't believe I found a replica of the super shallow Craftsman sockets ► amzn.to/3FFlrlaWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 18! The Broken Life 2022-12-18 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):1/2" Torque Wrench ► amzn.to/3uVNC9nSwitchable Relay Kit ► amzn.to/3FnmG7gWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 17! The Broken Life 2022-12-17 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):3/8 Beam Torque Wrench ► amzn.to/3FdjTx7*Tap blocks ARE commercially available!*One similar to mine, but plastic ► amzn.to/3UL9xu7One made of steel, in a different format (SAE & Metric) ► amzn.to/3uHDYqoWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 16! The Broken Life 2022-12-16 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Crimpers:I was wrong! Crimpmasters are still being made ► amzn.to/3Fj7mshA much less expensive, but probably good, version ► amzn.to/3HwQ25sCheap ones from PE with multiple dies (that fit Crimpmasters)... may be good, may not... ► parts-express.com/Ratcheting-Crimp-Frame-Handle-and-Die-Bundle-360-681?quantity=1---Giant Adjustable Pliers ► amzn.to/3W24VRxWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 15! The Broken Life 2022-12-15 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Mini Vise Grips ► amzn.to/3Y2Lr0OLuxury Grade Flush Cutters 😂 ► amzn.to/3iUhoIQWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 14! The Broken Life 2022-12-14 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):The cheapest wrenches I would actually buy:Long SAE ► amzn.to/3BoyNQdLong Metric ► amzn.to/3BmdcaWOffset, ratcheting, reversible SAE & Metric ► amzn.to/3iQr5I8Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 13! The Broken Life 2022-12-13 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):LONG Digital Calipers ► amzn.to/3BlZo0dGOOD Digital Calipers ► amzn.to/3HiK8oGCheap Digital Calipers ► amzn.to/3Hkndt6Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 12! The Broken Life 2022-12-12 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Extra Long Security Bit Set ► amzn.to/3FagXRYIf you're too shy to ask your pharmacist ► amzn.to/3Pi8UHlWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 11! The Broken Life 2022-12-11 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Brain Hook Set ► amzn.to/3PlnwG8Regular Old Ice Pick ► amzn.to/3FBuaVoWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 10! The Broken Life 2022-12-10 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Trailer File Set ► amzn.to/3FFT4DtFlexible Putty Knife ► amzn.to/3PaDD97Cheap Wood Chisel (...to intentionally dull into a gasket scraper) ► amzn.to/3Y7Qk8MWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 9! The Broken Life 2022-12-09 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Flexible Putty Knife ► amzn.to/3PaDD97Cheap Wood Chisel (...to intentionally dull into a gasket scraper) ► amzn.to/3Y7Qk8MWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 8! The Broken Life 2022-12-08 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Precision Screwdrivers ► amzn.to/3BdgxsHZ Shaped Screwdriver Set ► amzn.to/3YgbkdQWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 7! The Broken Life 2022-12-07 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Romex Strippers ► amzn.to/3VCfQBbFluke Hot Stick (absolutely what I would buy if I needed another one) ► amzn.to/3XHgK12Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 6! The Broken Life 2022-12-06 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Ryobi Supercharger ► amzn.to/3ER4h2pMilwaukee Multi-Charger ► amzn.to/3ioAbf1Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 5! The Broken Life 2022-12-05 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):90 Degree Die Grinder ► amzn.to/3AUILsfWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 4! The Broken Life 2022-12-04 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Giant Puller ► amzn.to/3u8G0Q7Transfer Punches ► amzn.to/3VFimX9 Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 3! The Broken Life 2022-12-03 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Gearwrench Set ► amzn.to/3OJPJ9b Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 2! The Broken Life 2022-12-02 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Socket Organizers ► amzn.to/3gJg5voWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
My Favorite Tool In Every Drawer: One Drawer December Day 1! The Broken Life 2022-12-01 | I've been wanting to do a toolbox tour for quite sometime and the moment was finally right. Come join me for One Drawer December where every day this month we'll briefly review one drawer and my favorite tool within.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):M12 Impact ► amzn.to/3iqofJP M12 Ratchet ► amzn.to/3FaodP2Magnetic Hooks ► amzn.to/3gLWSJyWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Chevy Blazer Leaf Spring Hanger Replacement (...was a nightmare) The Broken Life 2022-11-25 | In my continued quest to make my 1997 Chevrolet Blazer just a bit less homicidal, it was time to change out the almost completely rusted off rear suspension leaf spring hangers. It's not an exaggeration to say the rear suspension was about to fall out of it. You could actually *feel* the difference in driving it before and after this job and that's not something that I would normally expect from replacing typical automotive hard parts.*ATTENTION REGARDING THE SPRING BUSHINGS:* There is a story to tell here that I didn't make clear enough in the video: The Moog spring hanger kit comes with a bushing that appears to be appropriate for the upper frame location on all S10 platform vehicles. I'm 90% sure that same bushing fits the spring eye location on 2wd 4-cylinder S10 pickups. 4x4 Blazers (at least my '97 4 door), and I suspect 4x4 pickups, seem to use the larger bushings. The only thing I'm completely positive about is GM needlessly used a bunch of different bushing sizes across the S10 platform over the many years of production. Be prepared to spend some time getting the right parts. I linked what I know for sure down below.Also, visit @JasonTheMunicipalMechanic if you want to see how a pro does it on an S10 pickup. I'd have just about killed a man to have access to his 2 post lift for this job. 🤣Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Parts:Moog Spring Hanger ► amzn.to/3OCtuSIMoog "Small" Spring Eye Bushing ► amzn.to/3GJhVa4)AC Delco "Small" Spring Eye Bushing (Functionally Identical to the "Small" Moog bushings) ► amzn.to/3tVhAcUAC Delco "Large" Spring Eye Bushing (what I installed) ► amzn.to/3Uanxx7Tools I had to have or this job would have never happened:1/2" Breaker Bar (cheap is fine) ► amzn.to/3EzCD9O21mm Traditional Craftsman Wrench ► amzn.to/3EBFwqFBall Joint Press Kit (or "rent" one for free... either Autozone or Advanced has my exact kit) ► amzn.to/3XzvyyWAir Hammer:Mine is a cheap HFT, but I would step up to at least the tool linked below if I had to do it again. The cheap HFT comes with garbage bits and a spring style bit holder and both were so terrible that I had to pay to replace them. A "decent" air hammer that comes with good bits and a good quick change is actually cheaper once you combine it all. Also... all of the air tools used in this video were powered by a $150 HFT compressor; nothing fancy."Decent" Air Hammer ► amzn.to/3gzRCIM*Good* Air Hammer Bits (that a better tool than HFT would come with) ► amzn.to/3U5VWNVQuick-Change Bit Holder for Air Hammer (if you have a cheap one already) ► amzn.to/3UaokOB Video Links:Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=iH3YR26YdZk&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Blazer Steering Inspection... (its all broken) The Broken Life 2022-11-19 | I was finally able to take my project 1997 Chevrolet Blazer on a test drive and I immediately discovered that it's trying to kill the occupants. The steering is terrifyingly loose and it's all over the road. You may be surprised to learn that that pretty much every steering component needs replaced. 🤣Video Links:Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=iH3YR26YdZk&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Blazer Front Calipers and Pads... went the hard way. The Broken Life 2022-11-13 | What should have been an hour job on my Chevy Blazer turned into more than a day as I had to figure out a way to cut the brakes off and then conjure some dark magic to get it the brakes to bleed enough to put around the neighborhood It just never, ever, comes easy with this thing. Join me in the suffering!Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Impact Driver ► amzn.to/3GfrVrwPedal Depressor ► amzn.to/3VwpuGgPlumber's Brush ► amzn.to/3EwdmyGVideo Links:Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=iH3YR26YdZk&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3ERyobi 18V Die Grinder Introduction ► youtu.be/suqKqhqkeawWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
How I Like To Paint Car Parts! 🎨 The Broken Life 2022-11-07 | I had the need come up to paint a brake drum, so I thought I'd share how I like to paint car parts at the moment. In the future, I'd like to experiment with some other processes so I thought it would be good to establish a baseline.Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Engine Paint ► amzn.to/3NFUW1hEngine Primer ► amzn.to/3UvPBf2Grease and Wax Remover (Similar to DX330) ► amzn.to/3E501gjWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Cub Cadet 149 Season End Review 2022! The Broken Life 2022-10-22 | It's become a bit of a tradition for me to do a year-end wrap up video on my Cub Cadet 149 since every spring I always attempt to do "something" to improve its overall condition. This year was reasonably smooth. Video Links:Cub Cadet 149 Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=NfQvAXdYJts&list=PLP18uejB3RCcESjUItEiJeT1aHzvx6o02Stuff Links (Affiliated, I earn a small commission from these links):Deestone Tires ► amzn.to/3Tst5DYCheap Wheel Bearings ► amzn.to/3gvhjd3Want to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Blazer Master Cylinder Replacement! The Broken Life 2022-10-16 | From the looks of things, it appears that I needlessly replaced the master cylinder on my 1997 Chevy Blazer. 🙄 Oh well... Life goes on. Join me in the debacle! 😆Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Master Cylinder ► amzn.to/3yCEf0eVacuum Bleeder ► amzn.to/3CRz52VPedal Depressor ► amzn.to/3VwpuGgVideo Links:Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=iH3YR26YdZk&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Blazer Rear Axle Rebuild... Axle Saver Bearings, Wheel Seals, Pinion Seal, Cleaning and Prayer. 😂 The Broken Life 2022-10-08 | Unknown to me, when I brought the Blazer home it had blow pinion and axle seals that pretty well trashed the rear end. I did what I could to "rebuild" it inexpensively just to get me by... either for now or forever.The rear end in this Blazer is commonly referred to as a "GM 10-Bolt". I imagine most of the procedures I go through in the video apply to most 10-bolts, but this particular one is the 7.625" ring gear version, and in Blazer jargon mine is also a code "K".Stuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Pinion Seal ► amzn.to/3McB993Cover Gasket ► amzn.to/3RKXL1eAxle Saver Bearing ► amzn.to/3MdbTiRAxle Seal (the one I needed) ► amzn.to/3yqFAXXAxle Seal (the one I didn't) ► amzn.to/3T38hlQ"245 pound" Magnet ► amzn.to/3CHTisfRed Loctite Gel Stick ► amzn.to/3fTR7sFBlue Loctite Gel Stick ► amzn.to/3ChkL2lSuction Gun ► amzn.to/3CD6ApMPressure Pot ► amzn.to/3EyjNRUSpray Bottle ► amzn.to/3VmtKrUBrass Hammer ► amzn.to/3RIn9ETBearing Driver ► amzn.to/3RLtcsyBearing Puller ► amzn.to/3VmqRr4Video Links:Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=iH3YR26YdZk&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Blazer Projection Re-Introduction The Broken Life 2022-10-02 | How time does fly! I've owned this fine, rust dumpster, rolling liability for approaching *4 years* and have never actually used it as transportation. It has been absent from YouTube due to a variety of reasons, but it's time to get the show on the road...Video Links:1997 Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=pBn7rSJQwzo&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
DeWALT Air Compressor Upgrades Part 1: Aftercooling, Water Separation, and more! The Broken Life 2022-09-25 | It was way past time to push my DeWALT DXCM301 (AKA DXCMLA1683066) 30 gallon air compressor into service, so I finally installed some:-Vibration isolation: to keep it from running around the shop-After cooling: to reduce compressed air temps to extra more water-Water separation: to keep water out of the tankand...-Solid wheels: because I just don't like pneumatic tires on shop equipment and to further stop it from running around the shop-Remote tank drain: because you just have to have a remote drain... lest you never drain yourcompressor...Video Links:Air Compressors/Air Tools Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=kVo5boN1YRY&list=PLP18uejB3RCfLbd_03JUBobDaJxveLzNcStuff Links (Amazon links are affiliated; I earn a small commission on those links):Vibration Isolation:Bolts for the mounts ► mcmaster.com/97646A150The final 1/2" tall mounts ► mcmaster.com/93945K119Aftercooling:3/8" Tube ► amzn.to/3xQYxD73/8" Stone Guard ► amzn.to/3Ca1lxmCushioned "P" Clamps ► amzn.to/3SB9tg11/2" NPT to 3/8" Compression Fittings ► amzn.to/3SdQCYm3/8" Compression Unions (to harvest for parts if you need extra ferrules/nuts) ► amzn.to/3SaUx8ARemote Drain:Bar Stock 90 ► amzn.to/3RcEGVq3' Hose Whip ► amzn.to/3xQqISu1/4" NPT Valve ► amzn.to/3DShGYQWater Separation:1/8" NPT x 3/8" Hose Barb ► amzn.to/3DTjW2b3/8" PVC Tubing ► mcmaster.com/52375K13Perforated Angle Iron ► mcmaster.com/4664T18Separator ► What I used is a Parker 07F series filter. There are many different styles within thatfamily. I suggest you look up the style you'd prefer in the catalog linked below and then searcheBay for one until you find a deal. The mount for the 07F series is PS843P. Parker Literature ► parker.com/Literature/Literature%20Files/pneumatic/Literature/FRL/0700P/0700P_PrepAir_Products.pdfWheels:Wheels ► amzn.to/3xQhUvXShaft Collars ► amzn.to/3C8PbFaTools:Tube Cutter ► amzn.to/3BLcQdu11/16" Drill Bit ► amzn.to/3roSG4lTube Bending Springs ► amzn.to/3LEBO2I"0, R, L" Style Tubing Bender ► amzn.to/3LEBIrSWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Trying Internet Suggestions to Remove a Stuck Trailer Hitch The Broken Life 2022-08-28 | The hitch in my 1997 Blazer had become so stuck that simple means to extract it just weren't going to work. Upon researching the topic I discovered all sorts of crackpot home-brew approaches to getting them out, so I tested a few of them. It didn't go too well. 😆Video Links:The Blazer Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=pBn7rSJQwzo&list=PLP18uejB3RCeAKMVRrUeExjmgn5byDo3EWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Dell 3880 Thoughts and Ramblings: Series Finale! The Broken Life 2022-08-14 | With the Dell 3880 series completed, I wanted to take a few moments to reflect on the experience, share some of my thoughts, and try to help you answer the question of whether or not you should buy into this series of Dell.Video Links:Subscribe to The Broken Tech! ► youtube.com/channel/UCAFbtgIVOL9oxTr7pskcAkgDell 3880 Playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP18uejB3RCdC5rPgyQnNRiwdX2KW8iSWWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
I Hate This Ryobi Tool... Can I Fix It? The Broken Life 2022-08-07 | So far, my Ryobi P700 One+ 18V Flashlight is the only tool from the brand that I just outright do not like. I came up with a crazy plan to see if I could convert into something useful, and to my surprise... I did. 😃 Along the way, I also ended up with a P705 One+ 18V LED Flashlight, which I do prefer over the P700, so I was able to comparison/contrast the two models.Video LinksMax's Tool Reviews Playlist ► youtube.com/watch?v=eYV0uuSPgaM&list=PLP18uejB3RCf97TSzGr_XikurvB3NLhpWStuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Ryobi P705 Light (the green one) ► amzn.to/3QoGtHg18V LED Conversion Bulb ► amzn.to/3SzfOtdWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Fully Upgraded Dell 3880 Performance Benchmarking 😍 The Broken Life 2022-07-31 | It's been a long strange trip, but finally, our Dell 3880, which was the cheapest brand new Desktop Dell I could order in 2020, is now fully upgraded and performance tested. The final results are pretty impressive.It's now a fully customized build, but with budget minded components. The entire cost of this build was $1110 at the time of purchase, which is roughly the same price as what Dell would have charged for a machine with the same specifications, but with inferior hardware and highly inferior performance. To be completely fairly, add another $150 to the price for a budget keyboard/mouse and a Windows license. So, ~$1300.Full Build Parts (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):CPU ► amzn.to/3ktLPmlRAM ► amzn.to/3KlfJ77PSU ► amzn.to/3Kl5saYSSD ► amzn.to/3klixqfGPU ► amzn.to/3zh2RtGCase ► amzn.to/38yjOY8WiFi Card ► amzn.to/3Kut1xSDisco Fans ► amzn.to/3Kp9HSPCPU Cooler ► amzn.to/39qOdIzBluRay Drive ► amzn.to/3EY5DIaMotherboard ► amzn.to/3kkT1BlStuff Links:Nvidia Pendulum Demo ► us.download.nvidia.com/downloads/cool_stuff/demos/Setup_G-SYNC_1.13.exeUserBenchMark ► userbenchmark.comVideo Links:Subscribe to The Broken Tech! ► youtube.com/channel/UCAFbtgIVOL9oxTr7pskcAkgDell 3880 Playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP18uejB3RCdC5rPgyQnNRiwdX2KW8iSWWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Escort Shakedown Drive and Ramble Session The Broken Life 2022-07-24 | We spend a lot of time on this channel working on things, specifically vehicles, but don't spend much time sharing the fruit of the labor. So, I thought it might be fun to strap a cheap action cam to the windshield of the Escort and ramble a bit while making the return leg of a ~200 mile outing after rebuilding a lot of the systems on the car.00:00 Intro and Car Talk07:12 4X Time Lapse 108:36 Left Lane LOSER!10:24 4X Time Lapse 211:13 Standing on the Brakes13:20 4X Time Lapse 313:26 Slingshot Sighting 113:37 4X Time Lapse 413:45 A Bad Place to Stop13:50 4X Time Lapse 514:00 Propane and Propane Accessories14:08 4X Time Lapse 614:52 Fireworks!17:10 4X Time Lapse 717:12 Slingshot Sighting 217:25 4X Time Lapse 817:45 Sylvain Lake!18:48 4X Time Lapse 919:00 Wolcottville!20:30 Mystery Roadwork25:49 4X Time Lapse 1026:09 Roadwork Ranting...26:28 4X Time Lapse 1126:39 Talking About the Car27:14 4X Time Lapse 1227:33 Valentine!28:52 4X Time Lapse 1329:19 Roadwork Ranting...30:00 Chipped Windshield...31:48 4X Time Lapse 1432:14 Shout out to @AbomAdventures 33:12 Automated Temporary Stop Light?33:30 4X Time Lapse 1537:28 Middlebury Dragway!37:55 4X Time Lapse 1638:12 My Critique of Das Dutchman Essenhaus39:20 4X Time Lapse 1739:44 Crazy Guy in Winter Hat40:35 Thanks For Watching!Video Links:Escort Playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP18uejB3RCfcJlr9z0n0MlFHOalbSzvtStuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):The generic action cam that recorded this video ► amzn.to/3aLwZ9QWindshield Mount ► amzn.to/3cDbxV8The audio recorder I used ► amzn.to/3vAeJHNMic I used ► amzn.to/3cDLgWpAdapter required by the mic ► amzn.to/3S03X6YWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Speed Bleeders and Nut N Bolt Check on The Escort! The Broken Life 2022-07-17 | We are finally approaching the end of all of the major repairs on our 1995 Escort wagon. After rebuilding all of the suspension, all of the brakes, and all of the steering simultaneously, I felt it was a good idea to double check all of my work and make sure all of the bolts were tight, pins placed, etc.This was also my first experience with automatic brake bleeding screws, which I found to be a little expensive, but pretty cool!Video Links:Escort Playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP18uejB3RCfcJlr9z0n0MlFHOalbSzvtStuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Speed Bleeders (these are Escort sized) ► amzn.to/3aLwZ9QWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
Complete (...almost) Exhaust System Replacement: 1995 Ford Escort Wagon The Broken Life 2022-07-09 | I've done the exhaust on several cars over the years and I've hated doing it every single time. Everything is rusty, nothing fits right, it costs double what I expected, and it takes forever. This project was no exception, but at least it's behind me now. 😆Video Links:Escort Playlist ► youtube.com/playlist?list=PLP18uejB3RCfcJlr9z0n0MlFHOalbSzvtStuff Links (Affiliated; I earn a small commission on these links):Exhaust System ► amzn.to/3c3e2zL"Stainless" Muffler ► amzn.to/3AGSpzz Exhaust Flange Gasket ► amzn.to/3ACxdL0Forward Exhaust Clamp ► amzn.to/3NXCpvQRearward Exhaust Clamp ► amzn.to/3OSoZCPExhaust Hanger Push-Off Pliers ► amzn.to/3ySZ0FqGiant "Heat Shield Repair" Clamp ► amzn.to/3IpSXLUWant to contact me? ► Info@TheBrokenLife.netSend me everything... except to jail:The Broken Life4000 E. Bristol St.Suite 3 #253Elkhart, IN. 46514
