Becky @ CRAFT writes – John made this V12 engine which is made entirely out of paper, and moves, lighting up LEDs representing sparkplugs. I’m astonished by the craftsmanship of this work of art V12 Engine Paper Model – [via] Link. Related: Papercraft AK-47 – Link.
FrankG shows you how to rewind a permanent magnet DC motor, make hi-current amp meters and GPS tech for eclectric vehicle assessment – Link.
HAL 9000 writes – When i first saw my car, sitting on the corner with a for sale sign on it. I decided that I would buy it. I did. After that I decided that I really wanted a sweet push button ignition and an engine kill switch, like a rocket or a race car […]
There are probably a dozen projects here on MAKE that you could use to make your own light up skateboards, but to get inspired check out the Photo light board site. It’s not the future unless umbrellas and skateboards light up…[via] Link.
Shocking anti-hitcher device, Link. Roller (tank) skates – Link.
Zerolawn sent in this fun eBay find, the seller writes – This car was built in 1985. Body is built with fiberglass and urethane composite making it very light. Entire body can be lifted off with 2 people for easy access to frame and all other parts. Powered by 400 cubic inch Chevy small block, […]
This winner of the Innovate or Die competition filters water through pedal power: A peristaltic pump attached to the pedal crank draws water from a large tank, through a carbon filter, to a smaller clean tank. The clean tank is removable and closed for contamination-free home storage and use. A clutch engages and disengages the […]
