The power drill is very popular among many households since it has many uses for different projects. You should always be aware of the drills specifications for the tasks you are performing. They can be obtained in many different sizes for any need you require. The size will be determined by the size of the shank that goes into the chuck. For more power, you will need a larger drill. Power drills can be available as corded drills and cordless rechargeable drills. What you choose will depend on how you plan to use it.
Man quits job to convert old van into solar-powered mobile home
Former filmmaker, 23-year-old Zach Both quit his job after months of daydreaming about a nomadic lifestyle. To pursue his dream, Zach has converted an old van into a cozy solar-powered mobile home. He bought the 2003 Chevy Express van for $4000 on Craigslist in August 2014, and spent total $15,000 to convert it into his dream caravan, which is installed with solar panels for off-grid living.
Crazy inventor Colin Furze takes flight on homemade hoverboard
Consider them self-balancing scooter-boards or a device waiting for explosion, nevertheless hoverboards have become the hottest two-wheelers all around the world. But taking hoverbikes to whole new level, crazy British inventor Colin Furze has created the world’s first homemade hoverboard that seems to be a cool alternative to Aero-X. Although Furze is no strange to unusual DIY creations, but this extraordinary hoverboard is the best so far.
Diirt wants you to create your own skateboard using DIY Sk8 set
Diirt Upcycling is online shop focused on creation and distribution of quality upcycled products. Last year, we featured Diirt’s fashion-forward rings made from used skateboards on MyCoolBin. Now the firm wants you to be the shaper of your own skate using its DIY Sk8 set.
James Hobson demonstrates homemade exoskeleton by lifting a Mini Cooper
James Hobson, a Kitchener, Ontario-based inventor has built an exoskeleton and demonstrated its strength by lifting a Mini Cooper almost a foot off the ground. Inspired by Iron Man, the homemade exoskeleton lifted the Mini Cooper weighing 2,524 lbs in front of a German TV crew. The video posted on his YouTube channel The Hacksmith impressively showcases how the suit’s pneumatic legs use a set of pistons to lift the weight of the car. The legs of the exoskeleton are rated for about 700 kilograms, although lifting Mini Cooper’s rear wheels was just 360 kilograms.
19-year-old Austin Haughwout is back with a flamethrower drone
Drones and fun and in recent times have become a great source of entertainment. Especially for teenagers with a creative mind, they can be used to do something cool and bizarre. One such innovative guy is Austin Haughwout, a 19-year-old teen from Connecticut who after posting a video of a homemade drone firing a handgun few months back took the internet world by storm. Well, the teenager is back once again and this time he has gone further ahead in terms of craziness with his latest drone experiment.
Rustic chic DIY cigar box guitar produces smoky sound
Over the years, we’ve seen that musical instruments specially guitars are not limited to a specific shape or material. From skateboard decks to cigar boxes, there are numerous salvaged materials that can be used to create these rocking beasts. This time we came across another gorgeous guitar that’s handmade out of nothing but an old cigar box, giving it a rustic chic appeal.
Turn your vintage claw-foot bathtub into funky sofa in 5 simple steps
Decorating your living room with a trending couch can often cost a fortune. But why to shell out money unnecessarily, when you can create a comfy sofa at home using old claw-foot bathtub? Building a stunning furniture piece out of vintage cast iron tub is not only cost-effective, but also adds original touch to the furniture as well as your home decor.
Dubai entrepreneur turns salvaged materials into harmonious guitars
Music lovers, have you ever heard of Howlin’ Rooster Guitars? Well if you haven’t, then let us inform you that it is a Dubai-based handmade guitar manufacturing firm,started by 27-years-old Syrian-Canadian Basil Azizoghly. It has become a popular pop-shop over the past two years due to their handcrafted guitars, which are made from salvaged wood and recycled boxes.