Houston Art Car Parade 2006 (photos)
FamilyGuy2006 posted up tons of great photos in the MAKE Flickr photo pool from the Houston Art Car Parade 2006 (photos) – Link. Related: Maker made transportation – Link.
Energy & Sustainability
If you’re a maker just starting out your journey in sustainability, it can be overwhelming to figure out how to get started. From understanding the types of materials to utilize, learning what steps will help reduce waste and emissions, and finding inspiring new ways to explore creativity that don’t have a negative environmental impact. The good news is there are plenty of resources available for DIYers looking for ways to make their projects more sustainable – from simple switches you can make today, big-picture ideas for longterm change, or exciting new ways makers are helping push sustainability into the future. In these blog posts we’ll look at tips tricks and ideas specifically tailored towards diyers and makers on the road to creating projects with greater eco consciousness so that not only will you create something beautiful but also respect its impact on our planet!
HOW TO – Make a kids’ chopper bicycle
KoolKat writes “Choppers aren’t just for grownups, dude! In fact, with the abundance of little kids’ bikes at yard sales, scrap yards and dumpsters, it only makes sense that this had to be done. Even brand new, a 12-inch wheel kids bike will only set you back a little more than 50 bucks. As for […]
DIY Spoon chain-tensionner
Here’s how to make a chain-tensionner for single speed bikes from a spoon – Link.
LED lighting install on a Scion tC
Phil writes – “Here’s a multi-step pictorial how-to on installing lights under your car for those “fast and furious” nights.” – Link.
HOW TO – Make Teardrops – “weekenders trailers”
Chris writes “This site has construction information on building “weekenders” or teardrop trailers. It’s got complete plans and tons of pictures. There’s a community forum and everything for building these trailers.” – Link.
HOW TO – Convert a tractor to electric
Pekar writes “Step by step instructions for converting you old gasoline Allis Chalmer’s “G” cultivating tractor into a smooth running, non-polluting, energy efficient, whirring and humming electric miracle worker that will seed and weed your fields for pennies a week -AND with even more power than the original gasoline version!” – Link.
Chopper bike from 1967
Swapatorium has an awesome chopper bike from 1967, the frame was flipped upside-down and the seat was extended – Link. More: Bicycle project, hacks and mods – Link.
