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DiResta: Buck Knife Auto Conversion

Jimmy DiResta

I make stuff.

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August 14th, 2015August 16th, 2015 3

In this video, I attempt to make a conversion: folding Buck knife to automatic.

Prong your Prius

Chris Connors

Making things is the best way to learn about our world.

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If you have a Prius, and want to go more than a mile in battery mode, then you might want to check out 3 Prong Power 3Prong Power is delivering enhanced Toyota Prius Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) conversions for our customers. Our goal is to meet and expand the demand for PHEVs that has […]

Steam car project update

By Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn

Gareth Branwyn is a freelance writer and the former Editorial Director of Maker Media. He is the author or editor of over a dozen books on technology, DIY, and geek culture. He is currently a contributor to Boing Boing, Wink Books, and Wink Fun. His free weekly-ish maker tips newsletter can be found at garstipsandtools.com.

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July 8th, 2008October 6th, 2015 8

Jake von Slatt has published a progress report on this project to turn an old 1929 Mercedes replica kit car (which is basically a 72 VW Beetle underneath) into a Von Slatt-fied steam-powered showpiece. Steampunk Car Update – Catalytic Converter on an Aircooled VW Motor