Using an inline spark plug tester to verify a plug is firing - P301 engine misfire error code backyardmech 2026-09-23 | Using an inline spark plug tester to verify a plug is firing - P301 engine misfire error code
Using a Disk Brake Caliper tool to seat a rear brake caliper piston backyardmech 2022-11-21 | I unbox a Disk Brake Caliper Tool Set ; then use the correct attachment to force a stuck caliper piston into the caliper. This is not a sponsored video - just the kit I bought.My video on using the 'cube style' caliper tool :youtube.com/watch?v=GwwslzjbyBE
Pierre Poilievre speaks at a rally in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia August 20, 2022 backyardmech 2022-08-21 | Pierre Poilievre discusses 311,000 new members of the Conservative party that joined through his site; Canada’s highest level of inflation in 40 years; the sad fact that many young Canadians can’t afford a house ; the coming carbon tax hike of an extra 14 cents per liter ; the NDP/Liberal UniParty’s upcoming directive for farmers to cut nitrogen use by 30 % ; the billion Trudeau wants to spend to acquire legal firearms from law abiding Canadians ; Canada importing middle eastern and Russian oil while we’re an “energy superpower” ; banning Canadian ministers from attending the WEF; etc :
Replacing an outside water faucet and installing an inside valve using ‘push on fittings’ backyardmech 2022-07-20 | I replace an outside water faucet . I also install a valve inside the house so i can shut off the water supply to the faucet in the winter.I use ‘push on fittings’ so nothing has to be soldered
Two issues that will keep your vehicle’s transmission from going into gear backyardmech 2022-07-06 | I show how the ‘Brake Transmission Shift Interlock’ system or the Transaxle Range Sensor can keep your vehicle from going into gear
Unboxing and using a Denali Pro 16 Camp Stove backyardmech 2022-06-06 | I unbox, assemble, and use a Denali Pro 16 Camp Stove
How to remove a deer tick backyardmech 2022-05-20 | With assistance from my son I remove a deer tick from my arm
Pierre Poilievre at a rally May 14, 2022 in Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada backyardmech 2022-05-15 | To vote for Poilievre as leader of the Conservative Party you need a $15 membership. Link to Poilievre's membership drive :donate.conservative.ca/en/membership-poilievrePoilievre discusses saving a billion dollars a year by defunding the CBC, inflation at a 30 year high of 6.7 percent and the Bank of Canada as ‘Trudeau’s personal ATM’ , local government ‘gatekeepers’ bogging down home construction in bureaucracy , Canada importing 130,000 barrels of oil daily while our pipelines are shut down, and Trudeau’s Bill C11 to censor Canada’s internet
The Kioti DK 4510 tractor and grapple attachment backyardmech 2022-03-20 | Video shows a Kioti DK 4510 tractor with a HLA grapple attachment and a Woods spreader
Replacing an exhaust manifold backyardmech 2022-02-25 | I remove an old exhaust manifold and install a new one
Freedom Rally Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada February 12 2022 backyardmech 2022-02-13 | 4 minutes of video clips at the Freedom rally
Sunday February 6 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. A ‘honkening’ backyardmech 2022-02-08 | A video I made Sunday February 6 in Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. A ‘honkening’ because heavy fines are in place “$3,000 to $10,000 for individuals and between $20,000 and $100,000 for a corporation; these have increased under the new directives”Government has decreed citizens can’t congregate outside in groups of more than 10 people ; re-instating an Emergency Management Act provision of almost 2 years ago by Minister John Lohr.Convenient for the government – pull that provision out ANY time the public wants to peacefully protest
Unboxing and using a gas powered Champion 31 cc water pump backyardmech 2022-01-30 | I assemble the water pump and run it.How to use a ratchet and socket set:youtube.com/watch?v=CQmSTQM0z8w
Truckers Freedom Convoy Enfield, Nova Scotia Jan 27,2022 backyardmech 2022-01-27 | 7 am at the Big Stop in Enfield - Truckers heading to Ottawa for Freedom Rally
Using an appliance dolly with a 550 pound carrying capacity backyardmech 2022-01-09 | NOT a sponsored video - I use a Power Fist hand truck to move an appliance and work bench
How to lower the temperature of an overheating engine backyardmech 2021-12-25 | I show a technique to lower the temperature of a vehicle stuck in traffic and overheating
How to remove a stripped bolt or nut using an Extractor Kit backyardmech 2021-12-08 | I show how i removed a stripped bolt from an exhaust manifold
How to apply clear coat over paint backyardmech 2021-11-19 | I mix clear coat and activator , then spray it on a tent trailer i previously painted.Painting a car with Rustoleum or Tremclad rust paint:youtube.com/watch?v=Vgc9NHCWQfU
How to set up an Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite backyardmech 2021-11-02 | Not a sponsored video - I unbox and install an Amazon Fire TV Stick Lite on my TV. Then set up Netflix and Youtube
Installing a 12 volt DC electric jack on a camper backyardmech 2021-10-18 | I unbox, test and install an electric jack on my tent trailer. This is not a sponsored video - just the jack I bought
The basics of dry walling backyardmech 2021-09-29 | I cut dry wall to size, place it with gyprock screws, fill the joints with drywall compound, then sand and paint
How to apply caulking on a tent trailer backyardmech 2021-09-13 | I remove the old hardened caulking on a pop-up trailer and apply new caulking
How to use a cable puller – 4 ton puller in this video backyardmech 2021-08-30 | I show how to use a 4 ton cable puller by using it to pull a tent trailer up a hillHow to use a ratchet and socket set:youtube.com/watch?v=CQmSTQM0z8w
Using an inspection camera for remote viewing backyardmech 2021-08-20 | NOT a sponsored video - I unbox and operate a $30 inspection camera
How to add the correct mixture of engine coolant to your car backyardmech 2021-07-26 | In this video I use a hydrometer to verify the ratio of antifreeze in a vehicle's engine coolant
Unboxing and assembling a DeWalt 18 inch drum fan backyardmech 2021-06-30 | NOT a sponsored video- I assemble a DeWalt fan I bought and run it
Cleaning oxidized headlights using ’Mothers Nulens Headlight Renewal Kit backyardmech 2021-06-15 | This is NOT a sponsored video. I clean heavily oxidized headlights using ’Mothers Nulens Headlight Renewal Kit' . I'm pleased with the results
How to replace a bathtub drain assembly backyardmech 2021-05-26 | I remove a rusted bathtub drain assembly and install a new one
How to assemble and operate a generator. Firman tri-fuel in this video backyardmech 2021-04-03 | This is NOT a sponsored video. I assemble a new Firman generator ; add oil, fuel and then run the generator and verify the AC outputs using a multimeter.How to use a clamp multimeter to measure current, voltage and resistance:youtube.com/watch?v=zQTrh588ESQHow to use a ratchet and socket set:youtube.com/watch?v=CQmSTQM0z8w
How to set up a tent trailer ; also called a pop up camper backyardmech 2021-03-21 | I go through the steps of setting up a tent trailer ; I then reverse the process and take it down . 20 year old pop up camper in this video
How to use a clamp multimeter to measure current, voltage and resistance backyardmech 2021-03-08 | I show how to use a clamp meter and then take measurements in a test circuit I built.Link to my video on the battery power pack I used in this video:youtube.com/watch?v=PEMS-Yx2s1U
Using a wireless charger and how to load podcasts backyardmech 2021-02-21 | I install a wireless cell phone charger in a vehicle ; then connect an aux cord to the charger so I can play podcasts over the car speakers. I also show how to connect the phone to a Bluetooth speaker. Last I show how to load a podcast app on a Samsung phone
How to use a ratchet and socket set backyardmech 2021-02-09 | I show to use a ratchets and sockets to loosen nuts and bolts . I show different size ratchets and discuss various ways they lock into sockets
How to use an electronic temperature gauge to test a cars thermostat backyardmech 2021-01-19 | I show how to use an electronic temperature gauge. At the end of the video i use the gauge to test the thermostat in a car
How to use an oscillating tool - a Mastercraft unit is used in this video backyardmech 2020-12-30 | NOT a sponsored video. I show how to attach and use the different cutting blades on an oscillating tool
How to fix a rear van door that wont stay open backyardmech 2020-12-12 | I replace the support struts in a rear van door
How to replace a bathtub faucet handle - single handle in this video backyardmech 2020-11-10 | I remove a bathtub faucet handle , soak it in CLR to remove minerals that have collected on it, then install the handle
How to change emergency brake cables - also called parking brake cables backyardmech 2020-10-28 | I replace the cable going to the parking brake pedal ; and also one of the cables going to the wheel
How to hook a camper to a trailer hitch for towing backyardmech 2020-10-14 | I go through the steps of connecting a pop up camper to the trailer hitch on my car
Exhaust repairs using J-B Weld, flex pipe, and exhaust clamps backyardmech 2020-09-28 | I replace a section of an exhaust system with a flex pipe . I connect it to the muffler with a clamp ; and the other end with J-B Weld and mesh screen.How to use a ratchet and socket set:youtube.com/watch?v=CQmSTQM0z8wJ-B weld high heat on Amazon: amazon.ca/gp/product/B007PP26RI/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=backyardmech-20&camp=15121&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B007PP26RI&linkId=7d4065a54dc1d43638e478918d3a93cc
How to make wasp traps backyardmech 2020-09-15 | I make two types of wasp traps - one with meat to attract wasps in the spring and summer ; the second is a sugar trap for late summer and fall . UPDATE - the sugar trap worked in mid September - i had a large nest in my shed ; I put the sugar water trap in and it caught all except 2 wasps !
How to repair a worn bushing using Proform window glue backyardmech 2020-08-29 | I fill an area in an axle where a bushing has worn with Proform window adhesive.Pro Form PF 225 on Amazon : amazon.ca/gp/product/B07DKT7SSC/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=backyardmech-20&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07DKT7SSC&linkId=49fc433a61b67bbe4000c42043358d2d
How to install a roof vent in a camper or van backyardmech 2020-08-09 | In this video I install a roof vent with a 12 volt fan in a van The Heng's roof vent I installed in this video on Amazon : amazon.ca/gp/product/B009XRQC8U/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=backyardmech-20&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B009XRQC8U&linkId=eb265c3eb017308ba7a45afd7cfc367fThe RV sealant i used on Amazon: amazon.ca/gp/product/B004RCP49O/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=backyardmech-20&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B004RCP49O&linkId=a2e8209e7fe79dc7069d6208ce7e229aThe 12 volt power pack i ran the fan for 4 nights with before it needed charging : youtube.com/watch?v=PEMS-Yx2s1U
Clunking noise from the rear of a van or truck backyardmech 2020-07-29 | Clunking or rattling noise from the rear of a van or truck caused by a broken track barHere is a video of me removing a track bar from a similar vehicle as in this video. It can be a rotten job ! youtube.com/watch?v=crQSy2BT8l0
Videos of baby robins that built a nest under my deck backyardmech 2020-07-18 | Videos of 4 baby robins in a nest under my deck over a period of 9 days
How to program a Danby 70 pint Dehumidifier backyardmech 2020-06-29 | I unbox a Danby 70 pint dehumidifier; then show how to set the humidity level , use the timer, and empty water from the unit.A 70 pint Danby Dehumidifier on Amazon: amazon.ca/gp/product/B07111F899/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=backyardmech-20&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07111F899&linkId=98fd957e971c363ecddcb65053f0b793
How to test a car battery using a Topdon ArtiBattery 101 backyardmech 2020-06-17 | In this video I test the batterys in 3 different vehicles using a Topdon ArtiBattery 101The Topdon ArtiBattery 101 on Amazon : amazon.ca/gp/product/B07DDDDSK9/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=backyardmech-20&camp=15121&creative=330641&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B07DDDDSK9&linkId=778209a3a47593c5a18c3ec12b155e5bLink to Topdon site: http://www.topdon.com
How to replace a shower head backyardmech 2020-06-03 | I change an old shower head using a pair of vice grips and a pair of pliers.Vise grips on Amazon: amazon.ca/gp/product/B00004YO5M/ref=as_li_tl?Link to my video on how to use vice grips : youtube.com/watch?v=dwsZyUYsDFA
How the parts of an emergency brake (parking brake) fit together backyardmech 2020-05-14 | I show how the brake shoes, hold down clips, return springs , adjuster and actuator fit together in an emergency brake system. I also show how the cable fits into the actuator
How to use a battery booster and power pack - 700 watt unit in this video backyardmech 2020-04-30 | In this video i test the functions of a 700 watt battery booster and power pack. . I show how to boost a vehicle with the unit, test how long the unit will power a laptop, how to run a 12 volt heater from it , test the length of time the LED light will run, and i charge a cell phone via the USB port and another phone using the 12 volt connector
How to operate a snowblower backyardmech 2020-04-13 | I show all the controls on a Yardworks 357 CC snowblower - this is not a sponsored video ; it's the snowblower i bought with my own money .
