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Mike Makes It
United Kingdom
เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 8 ธ.ค. 2019
Hi, I’m Mike, and welcome to my channel!
I’ve always had a passion for all things electrical and mechanical and enjoy ways of making things better.
There are always a few projects underway in the workshop, most of which I’ll share here. They’ll range from a simple fix or review to a total car make-over. Keep a look out in the background of the videos for tasters of things to come.
I’ve always had a passion for all things electrical and mechanical and enjoy ways of making things better.
There are always a few projects underway in the workshop, most of which I’ll share here. They’ll range from a simple fix or review to a total car make-over. Keep a look out in the background of the videos for tasters of things to come.
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XREXS Multifunction bluetooth wallclock
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Occasionally I get asked to review a product from a manufacturer and I’m happy to do this if the product is “channel related” and interesting. The electronic digital wall clock and remote by XREXS seemed an interesting device so yes, why not! It has been supplied to me Blueekin, all the links to their Amazon store are below. Basically it is a fully functional digital clock. It has all the usual...
XREXS DIGITAL WALL CLOCK AND REMOTE UNBOXED TESTED
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Occasionally I get asked to review a product from a manufacturer and I’m happy to do this if the product is “channel related” and interesting. The electronic digital wall clock and remote by XREXS seemed an interesting device so yes, why not! It has been supplied to me Blueekin, all the links to their Amazon store are below. Basically it is a fully functional digital clock. It has all the usual...
XREXS portable digital timer unboxed and tested
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Occasionally I get asked to review a product from a manufacturer and I’m happy to do this if the product is “channel related” and interesting. The electronic digital timer by XREXS seemed an interesting device so yes, why not! It has been supplied to me Blueekin, all the links to their Amazon store are below. Basically it's a timer that is rechargeable through the supplied USB C cable. 5 differ...
Land Rover Defender TD5 mud flap replacement
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When I arrived home one day I discovered a missing mud flap. This is a quick video on how I tackled the replacement. Nothing complicated, a very simple fix. The parts used were bought from Paddocks and the links to the parts for my truck are: Righthand side: www.paddockspares.com/lr055332-mudflap-6.html Lefthand side: www.paddockspares.com/lr055340-mudflap-14.html Link to Paddocks main site: ww...
XREXS ELECTRONIC WHISTLE UNBOXED AND TESTED
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Occasionally I get asked to review a product from a manufacturer and I’m happy to do this if the product is “channel related” and interesting. The electronic whistle by XREXS seemed an interesting device i’ve not seen before so I thought, yes, why not! It has been supplied to me Blueekin, all the links to their Amazon store are below. The whistle comes complete with a lanyard and 4 CR2032 batte...
Land Rover Defender fuel filter head swap WJN000020
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If you watched an earlier video of mine you would have seen me try and repair the fuel filter head on my Land Rover Defender TD5. I have done this previously with 100% success, link to that video here: th-cam.com/video/5jScd264K0U/w-d-xo.html This time unfortunately the "fix" failed. Today's video shows me swapping the whole head unit. The cost of the OEM part (no after market parts are availab...
Land Rover Defender TD5 Fuel Regulator unit Repair LR016319
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Right, now this is a repair of a brand new part I bought from Paddocks. As you will see in the video the finish of machined casting leaves a little to be desired! It's not Paddocks fault by the looks of it though. Unless they made it! Did I manage to fix it, take a look at the video to find out. I also had to replace the regulator in the unit as I used it from this new part to repair the old un...
Defender TD5 Fuel Regulator Unit Replacement LR016319
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The Defender appears to have an issue. This time the fuel regulator is leaking. In the video I show what I found wrong and how I fixed it, twice! Parts used on my TD5 were: Fuel regulator unit (Pattern part) LR016319 Gasket MSX000010 O ring ERR6761 Torque for the 3 bolts: 25nm These were bought from Paddocks: www.paddockspares.com Check out Mikes store front on Amazon www.amazon.co.uk/shop/mike...
Defender TD5 fuel filter issue WJN000020
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On my regular check over of the truck where I look for stuff hanging off or missing I spotted what looked like fuel weeping from around the fuel filter. On closer investigation it looked as if the fuel was leaking from around the top seal of the filter where the filter screws onto the fuel head (that's what I'm calling it, Part number WJN000020 on mine) The whole head unit is now £179, a big ch...
Large LED wall clock
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I've seen a few of these wall clocks on TH-cam and thought I'd try them out in the workshop and the house. So far I'm not disappointed! They come in a variety of colour displays so choose carefully as there is quite a choice. The instructions were clear on mine but I think you should be able to set one up with them. The remote is great as both of mine are up hight so I would need a chair or lad...
BEST LED FLASHLIGHT RS PRO
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I've used flashlamps or torches for as long as I could walk. For business, I always look for the best available and have been through a few I can tell you over the years. My latest purchase is from RS, a UK company. They are renowned for selling good kit to the professionals and the two torches in the video are NOT an exception to the rule. What do you think? Link to the torches on RS and data ...
Ryobi file sander unboxed and tested R18PF
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I bought an electric file from Ryobi. Although I thought I would never use one of these tools, it was only after using one over at a clients site did I see the light! Now I use it all the time. Take a look at the video and tell me what you thought of it. Remember with Ryobi you need to register the tool within 30day of purchase to get a full 3 years warrantee. Don't forget! Links below are for ...
Ryobi hand vacuum RHV18 unboxed and tested
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I bought a small vac from Ryobi for a spot of bench cleaning in the workshop. Take a look at the video and tell me what you thought of it. Remember with Ryobi you need to register the tool within 30day of purchase to get a full 3 years warrantee. Don't forget! Links below are for most of my Ryobi tools I use in my videos. Ryobi UK: uk.ryobitools.eu/power-tools/lighting/r18spl/r18spl-1/ Ryobi st...
TD5 Defender indicator stalk replacement XPB101290G
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The beam/flasher on the indicator stalk (XPB101290G) on my TD5 has been poor for a while now and as I had a couple of hours free and a spare unit on hand, now was the time to replace it. The video describes how I replaced mine. Yours might be different! There are at least 2 variants; genuine/OEM or after market. I choose the Lucas part, a little more expensive but should last longer. Let me kno...
Land Rover Defender full build 40650
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Thanks to Christmas I have in my possession a LEGO Land Rover Classic Defender. This is the complete build of the vehicle. Repair and maintenance will be more straight forward than the one you often see on my channel! Available on Amazon: amzn.to/3THKuv3 Thanks for watching. *Full disclosure. The link above may earn a few pennies for the channel at absolutely no cost to yourself. Thanks for wat...
Entre os 3 dispositivos, qual vc indica para comprar primeiro?
Which device are you asking about?
Thank you so much for the video and all the links to the necessary parts. As someone who mainly only knows software and had no idea where to start with a setup like this, the information here is a lifesaver. Cheers!
I’m glad it helped. Thanks for the great comments and for watching, much appreciated 👍🏽
DBC?
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@@MikeMakesIt no
Did you place the resistor between the signal wire and the positive feed? Or just in the signal wire? Hard to see on the video. Thanks a lot
I cannot see all the comments for this video at the moment (At work!) but I’m sure I have already answered this question. Take a look through the comments and I think you will find the answer. Remember there are two parts to the video, the answer may be in the other one. If it’s not there come back to me and I’ll find the answer for you. Thanks for watching 👍
@@MikeMakesIt thank you so much! I found it. Somehow I missed you already answer it. Do you remember by any chance what voltage you had when measruing the signal wire? I can't seem to get any even though I used pin 19. Thanks so much
@@inakiruiz1941 It was measured on the scope but I would be guessing now if I said a figure. If you use a DVM I think you would just get an average voltage of the signal value. A scope is really what you need to measure the wave form. If the resistor isn’t connected at the right points you wont get anything!
@@MikeMakesIt thanks for the answers. I have tried with the 10k resistor and I’m getting nothing unfortunately. Any other ideas?
With the tracer you can push the button and pull out the lead and reverse to put one in. Saves on the faffing of removing the end and forcing the new lead in.
Hi and thanks for the information. Tracer actually reached out and told me the same! Thanks for watching👍🏽
Thanks for showing it doing larger caps. That's what I ordered one for. Glad to see it does em.
No problem 👍Thanks for the comments and of course for watching 👍🏽
A very good video and explanation that was easy to follow, plus sharing your software if I was going to make one this would be nice to follow, Thanks Bob in the UK.
Glad it was helpful Bob. Great comments are much appreciated, thanks for watching 👍
Was part 2 ever made? Can't find out
Sadly not. It is a project I need to get back to but it is down a little on the list. Thanks for your interest 👍🏽
Thanks
Great video Mike. Can you show safari streaming a video via screen mirror or air play??? Does it even work, ? Cheers Mark
Give me a couple of days and I’ll upload something.
@@MikeMakesIt you are a legend sir and thank you in advance
Right, viewing Safari and streaming TH-cam video for you! drive.google.com/drive/folders/1GnbHJa0ozN3BzaSz8oY6Jho0NxCD5bW9?usp=share_link
Mike, I am really chuffed you've done this. It makes me more inclined to get a 2nd hand unit and use. It's worth a punt with safari alone as I'd like to stream things. Understand the sound but I'm really chuffed you've done this. Thank you Kind regards Mark
@@MarkdonnaP2No problem, happy to help 😀
Does ut204+ can read 1 DC Amp ????
The spec says it can read up to 600a DC but at what resolution at the lower end is unclear. Look here: amzn.to/3S5xXjw And here: meters.uni-trend.com/product/ut200plus-series/
@@MikeMakesItDoes the red wire (positive) same DC current as black wire (negative) when using UT210E ?
The cables are identical apart from the colour and will carry the same amount of current
Hi Mike! I actually just ordered the parts i need and maybe this is a bit late to ask, but is it possible to display other cryptocurrencies too? Thank you in Advance! Btw really lovely tutorial!
@@timschneider8452 Hi and thanks for the great comments. As the software looks at a dedicated Bit coin web page to pickup the info to be displayed you would need to find somewhere else that would give you the info needed to display the new currency correctly and of course the software would need a going over on the Pi to make that change. So I suppose the answer is yes but not without a lot of work! Thanks for watching 👍
@@MikeMakesIt i will take a look into the software tomorrow after work! Thank you for the blazingly fast answer!
Nice clock but I don’t understand why we need the Bluetooth part. Does this company not do a radio controlled version which deals with exact time, date, day and DST changes? I thought I saw a 00 setting in your video. This reminded me of the Mode Setting on my German clock which you set to -1 to deduct an hour from the European signal. Alternatively, do they do a version linked to the UK time signal? I really don’t understand the need for this bluetooth adjustment when the radio signal is available? I would like the clock more if this were possible but thanks for an excellent video.
Hi and thanks for the comments. I don’t believe they do a radio controlled clock as you describe. In the UK we used to get a signal from Rugby (Now Carlisle) I believe. It’s possible they have chosen to use Bluetooth as it may be more compatible Worldwide? Although it’s probably cheaper to implement a Bluetooth function over a built in radio function needed to receive the time signal update. Not too sure on that but everyone seems to have a mobile phone now a days. Where I live getting a radio signal for time update (We have a clock that updates via a time signal) is difficult due to poor signal strength but I have no trouble with the Bluetooth update for the clock in the video due to WiFi . Thanks for watching 👍
Thanks for your message. Geek as I am, I have been spoilt by the accuracy of my TFA Dostmann 60.2543.05 which requires only a -1 adjustment to be set to UK time. Signal is claimed to be available within a 1,500 km radius of Frankfurt. On the downside, it’s around £40 and is only 132mm long x 80mm high so would be OK on a desk but perhaps too small over your garage door. I would really like a model with those large blue letters - maybe they will do a radio controlled model in the future as the TFA is pretty versatile within Europe with a +12 to -12 adjustment possible from the German signal? Thanks again for all your videos 👍🏻
Waiting for bolts... is this green metal construction a lathe? Wait, lathe is a thing you can make your own bolts with.
True 😊
Wera wrenches are now made in Taiwan and have not been very accurate on tests.
I thought they were made in Germany until I saw the labels when recording the videos. Let’s hope they’re not too bad.
Good news sir , that item youre created to navigate and locate with that aircraft , flight radar 24 also make some that project and experiment too , to make some that purpose and for such aviation , see its website and these videos, using that item as well, its safe because only tracking and receiving , want to create too as well
i want to make that , since some aircraft crossing here and airport or aerodrome here nearnour area dont have radar , instead that " adsb " equipment use , interesting how you download an swedish built " flight radar 24 " now becoming famous atc tracking system in aviation, and please want some instruction about that with raspberry pi and other item , like that video, first time to watch this videos
Hi. I’m glad you enjoyed the video. Currently I have no plans to expand it further than I’ve done so far though. Thanks for watching.
Ok tk
Hello, just clocked that you are near me ... would be handy to know a mechanic who works on land rovers and does a proper job. How do i find you pls? Cheers
hve you had any luck fitting an SSD into a Swann?
Hi Marty, no I’ve not tried one but it should work. However I don’t believe an ssd is best suited due to its limited (relatively) read/write life over mechanical drives and also the cost.
@@MikeMakesIt Tried a couple of SSDs this arvo and it didn't work. I have a bunch laying around. But may not be the SSD as an issue.
That's possible, I do have an old system lying around so could try an SSD in that but it won't be for a couple of weeks but will report back here when I do with the results.
What are the two smaller plastic connectors for in the picture? There are two big ones with the sides that you press, but I've no idea about the two other pieces.
Hi, not to sure what parts you are on about. The head has 4 brass spigots that fuel lines slide onto. On the outside they are the same size. Can you explain a little more about the bits you speak about?
@@MikeMakesIt at 6:48 you put a picture into the video, which has the two female connectors, a straight one and a right angle one, but also two straight spigots with an O ring on.
Ah those. They are connectors for the fuel pipe ends in case I broke any. In the video I mention my original connectors didn’t clip on very well so bought them just in case. I did’t need them in the end. They come as a two piece set although if I used them I would be able to chuck away one end as this is replaced by the brass spigot in the fuel head.
@@MikeMakesIt did you fit the straight connectors into all the pipes ok?
@@steenjinks7359 no, didn’t change any, just used the originals. Apparently they are a bit of a pig to swap into the fuel lines.
How to fix replace, repair the switch ?As live in Australia.Just out of warranty built in 2021
I've contacted Ryobi with regards a parts manual. I've not replaced a switch unit in these before but I expect the switch unit could be bought although when I enquired about one for a saw it was very expensive, £20. In the end I stripped and cleaned the switch its self. Still running! As soon as I hear from Ryobi I'll place a link here and in the comments. Normal a replacement on these tools just means removing enough screws until you can get to the faulty part. The switch could just need a spray of WD40, assuming it is faulty.
Just had this back from Ryobi: www.cjsinclairltd.co.uk/products/obl1820s?variant=42182167757057 It's a fairly poor document but the switch looks to be a standard microswitch. Take a look and give it a go 👍🏽
Will it read a bridge diode rectifier? 4 pin
As you know a full wave bridge rectifier is made from 4 diodes so I would expect the tester to pickup an issue if one of those was duff. I’ve not tried it but will and update here. Good question 👍🏽
The level of magnetism of stainless steel can vary quite a bit depending on the grade. Some stainless steels are weakly or not magnetic at all. Others may have a magnet stick to them surprisingly strongly, just a little weaker than plain low-carbon steel. Many rulers are made of 430 stainless steel which is ferritic and as such quite magnetic.
Hi and thanks for the great information. For a long time I always understood stainless was not magnetic but at work now we use different grades of SS for gears and some of it is quite magnetic so the squares are probably made from stainless! Thanks for watching 😃
Great videos u are making man thanks a hole heap
Thanks for the great feedback, and of course for watching 👍🏽
Is this shit work on plastic chopping board?
If it’s made out of the same type of plastic then it should. I’ve not tested it on a chopping board, should be interesting 👍🏽
hello this still working?
Hi, I updated the project in March 2024 where you are able to download a working image of my original file rather than having to build it yourself. As far as I am aware it is still good and working. If you follow the original project it probably wont work. Use the downloadable 1.8gig image and you should be fine.
@@MikeMakesIt helo can i use other display like the nixon display? th-cam.com/video/d8SF6Xy7oLg/w-d-xo.html
@@MikeMakesIt and after dowlowd its just istaling in card?
@@brunoterrez1757 Take a look at the instructions but basically yes after you have input WiFi details etc.
@@MikeMakesIt ok thx, and i can use other display or will work only in display like this?? i want to put in old display , tube display more exactly
Brilliant! What about any fumes?
Hi Susie, I never saw or smelt any thing but I was in the garden. I’d recommend any “restorations “ are done in a well vented area. If you see or smell fumes or smoke then you’re getting the plastic too hot. Good luck 👍🏽
Would this work on childrens garden toys etc... I have a large scruffy little tikes play frame .. Great video
Hi, I would expect so but the plastic could be thinner so you would need to be careful not to deform the toys.
I'm getting ready to order a 3 axis DRO for my mini mill, but was concerned with measurements and fitment. Your video provided excellent close-up visuals that provided all the answers to my questions regarding custom fitting if necessary. I too am a perfectionist. Thanks again 😊
Thanks for the fantastic feedback. It’s very much appreciated 👍🏽 Thanks for watching 👍🏽👍🏽
I just done cleaning up three green chairs. They were dusting and could not remove the white dust with a wet scotch pad. I used an electric heat gun it worked well but a torch may be quicker??
Hi, I’ve not tried a heat gun but on my chairs a small blow lamp worked well. It’s possible of course not all chairs are made of the same plastic so different results may occur. Thanks for the feedback and for watching 👍
Good review. Good to see a mains adaptor included and fitted with a DC barrel jack, rather than the garbage that is USB-C (in my opinion).
Hi Ralph, yes, I agree, for something like this the old barrel connector is all you need. Nice and simple. I think people see the USB C as the connector of the moment and I do like it but prefer it on the higher end stuff like phones etc. Thanks for 👀 watching.
great review, thanks!
Thanks for the feedback Bill, much appreciated 👍🏽
Very nice work. Interesting.
Thanks for the feedback and of course for watching 👍🏽
Thank you
Hope it helped 👍🏽
If you make heavy use as I have I carry a needle with me as yhou can push that into the end of the nozzle when it gets blocked. I mostly clean on the very highest setting in the swirl motion. I have been having problems with using solution though so that has never really worked well for me but that may be my fault.I do need to use as have massive areas at home about 50 litres of hypo treatment on one very large paved area alone and cannot think of a way for the K7 to take all that in and spread it so will keep looking. I would like something to link the K7 to my open big mixed 50% water/ hypo and suck it through to the machine but I think that is perhaps not possible.
Hi Jane, So far I've not had any blockage but like you, tend to always use full power. The plug-in containers are an expensive option and it would be great to be able to get a conversion kit to be able to plug in your own liquid on the Karcher port. That might be something I can look at. If its gravity fed though it bit be a bit tricky. Thanks for the comments and for watching.
I got 4 stainless steel mudflap brackets off Ebay £37and just bolt the flaps onto them fit lovely.. no rust...
Hi, I did see some galvanised ones recently and I think the stainless a few years ago. This might be a route I'll go down when the new metal ones rust out. Thanks for the comments and of course for watching.
The worst thing about those mudflaps is the rubber splitting - especially if they get a bit heavy with mud or snow sticking to them as they swing about. Plusgas is great - it stinks if you get it on your fingers, though. Great vid - thanks 👍
Hi and thanks for the comments. The new flaps feel more like plastic than rubber so I'd be interested in how long they do actually last with mud swinging on them! Time will tell. Thanks for watching.
Roberta wants one, apparently to let me know breakfast is ready 😳
lol, 😂, links in the video 😂😂
How do you fill it, just scoop it in, I have a tub of the grease as opposed to a canister
I pull the chain to pull the plunger in then press the gun tube over the grease tub and press the gun into the tub which forces the grease into the gun’s tub. Normally the tubs have a plastic cover on the grease with a big hole in the middle. Hope this helps. 👍🏽
E Z lok is also available in stainless.
Thanks for the information, much appreciated 👍🏽
can we still buy these
Try this link. I’ll update the video in a while. images.app.goo.gl/XdYjtJaW4cGzyfdz9
Leave the nut on but loose when pulling the steering wheel off, your dentist will thank you
You're right, and I know to do so but didn't, appreciate the reminder, thanks for watching :)
thanks for the details mike! im excited for my FR24 build.. this gives me idea on how to mount.. great video mike!! keep it up!!
Glad to help! Thanks for the feedback and for watching 👍🏽
Ahh. That's pretty conclusive.
And expensive. Done now though. Thanks for watching👍🏽
Excellent video!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for the feedback and for watching 👍🏽
Very nice work
Thanks for the feedback, much appreciated 👍🏽
Thank for this video, i have the same probleme
You're welcome and thanks for the comments and for watching. Good luck 👍🏽
GOOD
Thanks for watching 👍🏽
What size is the arbor for the blade hole?
I’ll take a look tomorrow and let you know 👍🏽
Exactly 1 inch.