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How to Lubricate the Deck of a Treadmill
It is important to lubricate your treadmill deck every six months or on average every 180 hours of use. Otherwise, it will cause friction between the belt and the deck and it will overwork the motor. Here are some easy steps to preventing this problem.
How to Replace a Catalytic Converter
The catalytic converter, which is responsible for the cleanup of a vehicle exhaust, is a key component of a vehicle emission control system. When this piece malfunctions, the car will create additional emissions, run more roughly, and have reduced fuel ef...
How to Groom a Cocker Spaniel
Cocker Spaniels are beautiful dogs and fun to have as pets, but they require regular and thorough grooming. Fortunately, most Cocker Spaniels actually enjoy being groomed, so chances are good that your dog will enjoy the regular bathing, clipping, and tri...
How to String Christmas Tree Lights
Hollywood Christmas movies are filled with comical scenes of families tripping over themselves while trying to string lights on the Christmas tree. Maybe this mishap has even happened to you during the holidays. The good news is that Christmas tree decora...
How to Make Hakama Pants
Hakama pants are the customary attire worn by samurais. Traditional hakama pants contain seven pleats meant to symbolize the seven virtues of bushido– "the way of the warrior" which is the foundation of the samurai way. If you are a non-practicing samurai...
How to Install a Car Starter
There’s never a convenient time for your vehicle’s starter to fail. A car starter's job is to kick over the engine in your car so your vehicle starts.[1] X Expert Source Tom EisenbergAuto Technician Expert Interview. 26 July 2019. When yo...
How to Install a Fireplace Mantel
The addition of a mantel can greatly enhance the look of any fireplace as well as add a focal point to a room. Mantel kits can be purchased to create the right look for the fireplace, or mantels can be constructed and installed with relative ease. Using a...
How to Cut Formica
Formica is a versatile, plastic laminate that comes in a wide range of colors, textures, and finishes. Using Formica allows a homeowner to customize an area with a laminate that is durable and easy to clean. Learning how to cut Formica correctly can save...
How to Make Oboe Reeds
The oboe is an instrument that requires a double reed and, unless you develop your own technique for making reeds, you will be at the mercy of each manufacturer's style. This could vary your sound tremendously. These easy-to-follow steps will show you how...
How to Make Friends in School
School can be tough. Having a group or a few select friends there can make the entire experience more worthwhile. Making great friends in school can seem like an impossible feat. However, with a few tricks in tow, you can learn to make more friends and ev...
How to Grow Lucky Bamboo
Lucky bamboo is an easy-to-care-for houseplant that grows well in low, indirect light. This plant, which isn't really bamboo at all, but instead is a type of tropical water lily called Dracaena sanderiana, is from Africa and is said to bring good luck and...
How to Store an Uncooked Turkey
Whether you’re planning on preparing turkey for yourself or a holiday party, storing your turkey is an important part of keeping it clean and succulent. Any turkey can be kept in the freezer for long-term storage or moved to the refrigerator for thawing....
How to Curl Barbie Doll Hair in Your Freezer
Do you have a Barbie doll with straight hair that you want to turn curly? Barbies have synthetic hair that can’t be curled with heat like human hair, but there are several ways to achieve waves, curls, or ringlets using common household items. You can giv...
How to Make a Tent
When you're on a camping trip, it's helpful to know how to build a shelter just in case you forgot to pack a tent. While many people check the weather ahead of time before heading into the wilderness, weather has a tendency of being unpredictable. When it...
How to Open DMG Files
This wikiHow teaches you how to open a DMG file on a Mac. Since DMG files are used predominately to install applications on Macs, you cannot properly open DMG files on Windows computers.
How to Make a Car Seat Cover
A car seat cover is an easy way to protect your baby from the wind and cold on your way to and from your car. You can also use a car seat cover to block out light and provide a comfortable nap environment for your baby while you run errands. Making a car...