Hand Crafted by Jason CooperWooden stars are a perennial decor favorite. While they certainly see their peak use at Christmas time, many people display them on their walls as part of their decor year round. 5 sided wooden stars are easy to make (if you don’t mind a few angles) and inexpensive if you use cedar fence pickets.
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How to make a DIY Wooden Star decoration for your wallHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2018-11-26 | Wooden stars are a perennial decor favorite. While they certainly see their peak use at Christmas time, many people display them on their walls as part of their decor year round. 5 sided wooden stars are easy to make (if you don’t mind a few angles) and inexpensive if you use cedar fence pickets.
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Many outboard boat motors have a 2 relay trim system. The trim switch energizes the up or down relay causing the motor to go up or down. So which relay is bad when it won't go down? You would think the down relay, right? Not necessarily!
Some say swap the relays and if the problem follows the relay, then you know which relay it is. But this is only HALF RIGHT. A 2 wire, 2 relay trim system uses reversing polarity to make the trim motor go up or down. That means that BOTH relays are in use no matter which direction you trim. The energized relay provides the positive current, and the non-energized relay provides the ground path back to the battery. If the problem with the relay is in the non-energized state, then swapping will tell you nothing.
Help! My electric clothes dryer has no heat! Whirlpool Model: LEN2000PW0
If your dryer is not heating, it is likely the heating element. A new dryer heating element can be purchased for $15 - $50 dollars and in most cases only requires removing a few screws and reconnecting a couple wires. It’s and easy DIY project.
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DISCLAIMER: When you do DIY repairs, you do so AT YOUR OWN RISK! This video cannot cover all the possible safety issues associated with a repair. This video is for educational purposes only. At the very least, disconnect the positive battery terminal.
My brake light dash indicator came on and I needed to replace the high mount brake light....you know, the one in the rear window. But how do you get to it?
Well, on the 2004 Toyota Avalon it is very easy!
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Our microwave started blowing fuses if you opened the door while it was running. Now, the fuse blows when the door is closed and you just hit start. What is going on?
With a little diagnostics you can find the answer. In our case, we had a bad door switch that needed to be replaced and, of course, we had to replace the microwave fuse while we were in there.
This is on a Frigidaire Gallery series over the stove microwave from 2016. Model FGMV175QFA.
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Recently my Amana (model PTC153E50AXXXAA) PTAC air conditioner/heater for my sunroom (like the ones you see in a hotel room) stopped heating!
After some trouble shooting, I figured out it was NOT the heating element, but the control board. Everything else seemed to be working properly, it just wouldn't heat.
Here's how you can test the heating element on your PTAC.
Replacement Amana board: RSKP0013 (make sure this is the right one for your model) (some links may be affiliate links) Multimeter: amzn.to/4jOyBgV 1/4 inch nut driver (magnetic): amzn.to/3YdkN7b
CONTENTS OF VIDEO: 00:01:17 - taking off the cover 00:02:58 - exposing the control board 00:03:40 - testing the heating element (turn off power first) 00:09:24 - replacing the board 00:23:00 - testing and programming the new board 00:28:10 - putting it all back together & final testingHow to make a DIY Wooden Star decoration for your wall - UPDATE!Hand Crafted by Jason Cooper2024-10-23 | This is a followup to my previous video about building wooden stars. Watch it here: youtube.com/watch?v=QkNtYG3dJLM
Stars are a perennial decor favorite. While they certainly see their peak use at Christmas time, many people display them on their walls as part of their decor year round.
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WHAT TO DO WITH OFFCUTS?
In my previous video, I mention you can save the off cuts and make a smaller star. This video shows you what I meant and gives you a couple tips on how to maximize your materials.
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TOOLS USED: Kreg Mini - amzn.to/2FHXPzm (OR Kreg Junior - amzn.to/2QjFHQ9) Kreg Face Frame Clamp - amzn.to/2FFhwHW Toggle Clamp/Hold Down Clamp - amzn.to/2TKuWFy Protractor - amzn.to/2TKwrUc 1” pocket screws, coarse - amzn.to/2QnMCI4 3/4” pocket screws, fine - amzn.to/2zsey3V Titebond II wood glue - amzn.to/2DYD4xFHow to change the Engine Air Filter on a 2010 Toyota Sienna - Save Money! #DIYHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2024-09-10 | Have you ever been to the dealer or an oil change place and they tell you that your ENGINE AIR filter needs to be changed? And oh, by the way, that will be $50+?
You can save yourself some money by doing it yourself - at least $30 or more! (though you do so at your own risk)
Watch this video and learn how to change the engine air filter on a 2010 Toyota Sienna. This will be similar in most modern vehicles, and will apply to most 2004 - 2010 Siennas. You can grab the correct filter at your local Walmart, auto parts store, or on Amazon (link below).
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You can save yourself some money by doing it yourself - at least $30 or more.
Watch this video and learn how to change the cabin air filter on a 2010 Toyota Sienna. This will be similar in most modern vehicles, and will apply to most 2004 - 2010 Siennas. You can grab the correct filter at your local Walmart, auto parts store, or on Amaon (link below).
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Subscribe to my channel: @HandCraftedbyJasonCooperHow to change the headlight bulb on 2010 Toyota Sienna - Easy DIYHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2023-04-06 | You can save yourself $20 (or more) by changing your own Sienna headlight bulb. It's easy. Get yourself a replacement bulb, follow some simple steps, no special tools required.
The process is essentially the same for both low beam and high beam bulbs, and will be similar on 2004-2010 Toyota Sienna models as well as newer Sienna's and other Toyota models, cars, trucks, and SUVs.
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PART NUMBERS: Low Beam: 9006 High Beam: 9005
Also available in LED or Xenon
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HIGH BEAM PRODUCTS: Sylvania Basic 9005 High Beam - amzn.to/3nGDYXI Other 9005 options - amzn.to/3nLgQYcDIY with scraps! This is an easy woodworking project.Hand Crafted by Jason Cooper2023-04-06 | This video shows the process of building a cascade stool/stand with scrap lumber. All you need is a few 2x's, screws, and glue. This can be built in various heights. It’s easy to adjust the measurements to the height you desire. This is a simple project and great for beginning woodworkers just getting into DIY.
More details here: woodwork.cooperjason.com/diy-cascade-stand-made-with-scrap-lumberHeating and Cooling at the SAME TIME? Fixing my AC Furnace - new defrost control boardHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2023-01-27 | HELP! My furnace is coming on at the same time as my AC! Why is my HVAC unit heating and cooling at the same time? In this video I show you how I figured out the problem with my air conditioning unit and how to replace the defrost control board.
CHAPTERS: 0:00 Intro 0:25 The problem: Heat and AC at the same time 2:19 How a heat pump works 4:01 Why would the heat come on with AC? 6:54 How the low voltage control wires work 9:23 Testing at the thermostat 13:48 Testing at the air handler/furnace to find the source 15:49 The source of the problem 16:26 Replacing the defrost control board 22:42 Double checking for voltage 24:22 Final thoughts
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#HVAC #heatpump #diyBora Portamate PM-2700 Adjustable Conveyer Roller - small shop outfeed supportHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2021-11-01 | Do you have a small shop or do your DIY and woodworking projects out of your garage? Have you always wanted an outfeed table for your saw but just don't have the space?
I have longed for outfeed support for my table saw that was easy to put in place or move out of the way when not in use, but not take up tons of garage space when storing. Then I ran across the Bora Portamate PM-2700 Adjustable Conveyer Roller. It's perfect!
The Bora Portamate expands to just over 4 feet, and contracts down to about 15 inches for storage. With four adjustable legs, you'll have no trouble matching the height of your table saw.
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#woodworking #diy #BoraBest woodworking safety glasses - with magnification | Shop tips.Hand Crafted by Jason Cooper2021-01-23 | If you are over 40, you might want to upgrade your shop safety glasses to ones with magnification! These are the best woodworking safety glasses because the magnifiers allow you to see details more clearly and easily than regular safety goggles. Your garage or wood shop needs these!
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#woodworking #diy #shopsafetyHow to change cabin air filter in a 2016 Honda Odyssey - save $30+Hand Crafted by Jason Cooper2020-12-13 | You can save $30 or more by changing the cain air filter (aka pollen filter) in your 2016 or similar Honda Odyssey. It's simple, and doesn't require any tools. Don't pay $50 or more at the dealer or oil change place. Buy your own cabin air filter for $10-20 and install it yourself. The process is similar on 2011-2017 Honda Odyssey models.
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#DIY #Honda #odysseyDIY Entryway Key Holder with Mail SlotHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2020-10-19 | Do you need a better place to put your keys and your mail? Then build your own DIY key and mail holder. It's a very simply woodworking project that you can make with scrap material and basic tools. This entryway key holder can be built to whatever size you want using whatever hooks you want. It's a great scrap wood project.
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#keyholder #DIYHow to Build a Skinny Sofa Table With Outlet and Dovetail Ends DIYHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2020-06-14 | Need a place to put your drink and charge your phone while watching movies with the family? Just build yourself a DIY skinny sofa table (or narrow console table) with a charging outlet. There are many ways you can build these, but it’s easy with basic construction lumber and is a great project to experiment with doing hand cut dovetail joints. Build your own skinny sofa/console table!!!
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Cheap pull saw - amzn.to/3fuJXpf Outlet with USB charging - amzn.to/2MUfVPg Coping saw - amzn.to/2C7wQfb Chisel ste - amzn.to/2ApT0JbHow to build a DIY corner bookshelf // built in bookshelvesHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2020-02-09 | We needed a place for all our books that were still in boxes after our last move, and this corner in our basement was the perfect spot for a corner bookshelf. Check out my built in bookshelf design!
Do you have an empty corner in your house? Consider building a DIY built-in corner bookshelf. Most do-it-your-selfers can easily manage a project like this. You can build it with basic tools and a little ingenuity.
#bookshelf #cornerbookshelf #builtinbookshelfBuild a Crosscut Sled for your Table Saw - Just Do it!Hand Crafted by Jason Cooper2019-12-19 | A crosscut sled for your table saw is a must-have item. Sure, there are commercial products you can buy, but it is so easy to build your own crosscut sled. You just need some scrap plywood, a couple strips of hardwood for the runners, screws and glue.
Your crosscut sled doesn’t have to be fancy. Don’t worry about building the “ultimate” sled, JUST BUILD ONE! You won’t regret it.
For a great build tutorial, featuring the 5 cut method, check this out: youtu.be/uE9f4bp_wm8
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Don’t be afraid to attempt DIY repairs on your electric dryer. If your dryer is not heating, it is likely the heating element. A new dryer heating element can be purchased for $15 - $50 dollars and in most cases only requires removing a few screws and reconnecting a couple wires. It’s and easy DIY project.
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Heating Element part 279838 (replaces 3403585): amzn.to/2Pwr6jJ
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FOLLOW: Subscribe on YouTube Website: woodwork.cooperjason.com Facebook: facebook.com/handcraftedbyjasoncooper Pinterest: pinterest.com/cooperjasonwoodworking Instagram: instagram.com/handcraftedbyjcBuild Your Own Table Saw Insert | for dado blades and zero clearance insertsHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2019-04-13 | Using a dado blade on your table saw requires that you have a larger opening in your blade insert to accommodate the width of the dado. It’s easy to make your own. Use your existing table saw insert as a template and make at least one insert for your dado blade and one to use as a zero clearance insert with your regular saw blade.
Visit woodwork.cooperjason.com to subscribe by email.Dust mask/respirator for woodworking | safety gearHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2019-02-03 | Woodworking creates a lot of dust and particles. If it’s your hobby, you should invest in a good half mask respirator. Paper masks rarely seal against your face fully allowing dust to get into your lungs. Even if you use a dust collector, there is still dusk floating around your wood shop.
[Some of these links are “affiliate links.” If you click on the link and make a purchase, woodwork.cooperjason.com will receive a commission.] CONNECT: Website: woodwork.cooperjason.com Facebook: facebook.com/handcraftedbyjasoncooper Pinterest: pinterest.com/cooperjasonwoodworkingHow to build cabinet boxes with your table saw | Woodworking & DIYHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2019-01-31 | Cabinet boxes really aren't that hard to build. This video will show you the basics of how to build the boxes for standard base cabinets. You can do it with your table saw, a regular saw blade, and a dado blade set.
CONNECT: Website: woodwork.cooperjason.com Facebook: facebook.com/handcraftedbyjasoncooper Pinterest: pinterest.com/cooperjasonwoodworkingHow to build flat panel cabinet doors on your table saw | DIY WoodworkingHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2018-12-11 | Do you have old cabinets that you’d like to replace? If the boxes are in good shape, you may just need to replace the cabinet doors. You can build NEW CABINET DOORS using just your TABLE SAW! You just need a standard blade and a dado blade. Flat panel (shaker style) doors are fairly easy to make with these basic tools.
Subscribe by email: http://eepurl.com/gKfFQ9Building a DIY cascade stool/stand with scrap lumberHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2018-08-31 | This video shows the process of building a cascade stool/stand with scrap lumber. All you need is a few 2x's, screws, and glue. This can be built in various heights. It’s easy to adjust the measurements to the height you desire. This is a simple project and great for beginning woodworkers just getting into DIY.
Subscribe by email: http://eepurl.com/gKfFQ9Cascading stool project - getting startedHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2018-08-27 | I put together a quick project on Saturday made with scrap lumber. It will be something that can be used for a short stool or a plant stand. It was an experiment I wanted to try. Turned out pretty well. Full video to be posted later along with plans.
Subscribe by email: http://eepurl.com/gKfFQ9Fixing a broken folding ladder shelfHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2018-08-17 | In addition to building things, I am often asked to fix things. A client of mine runs a wedding rental business on the side. I have built or fixed several things for her. This folding ladder shelf/tray is one of those.
Subscribe by email: http://eepurl.com/gKfFQ9Painting a bathroom mirror frameHand Crafted by Jason Cooper2018-08-16 | This frame is for the mirror in the bathroom my girls use. I built it out of scrap oak and it will match the painted vanity. I last built a floating ladder shelf for over the toilet. That will be in another video.
Using splines to reinforce miters in wooden frames and boxes is a relatively simple technique. In order to cut splines, you will need to build a spline jig for your table saw. While this video doesn't show the process of building it, I took a few minutes to show my spline jig and explain how it was built and how to use it.
I originally learned this technique on a project in freshman woodshop class in high school. When you use contrasting wood species, it creates a nice visual detail as well.
I sourced the reclaimed oak from an Iowa farm that had salvaged, rough cut oak 2x4’s that were originally from some sort of shipping frame and had been lying around for a couple decades. You can see their original condition at the very beginning of the video.
The first step was to clean them up and get them straight and square. I built a straightening jig and used hand planes, but did use a planer to get them to a consistent thickness.
The video does not show the process of gluing up the top or blanks for the legs. I did not think to film this until I had already done so and created the rustic, hand planed texture on the top.
To get the desired texture to match the existing table, I took an old block plane that I picked up at a garage sale and ground about a 3-4 inch radius on the blade. After repeated sharpening, it worked pretty well. Since this was old, reclaimed oak, the resulting texture using the curved plane, exposed insect trails, and chip out from planing across the grain is quite satisfying and begs to be touched.
Matching the finish was a real challenge as the table obviously had some sort of tinted varnish instead of a typical stain/varnish finish. I ended up carefully staining the oak first, and then using a tinted poly to better match the table and even out the color a bit as the porous grain (early wood) of oak soaks up more stain than the dense grain (late wood).