Workshop Journal

Interlocking Wheel Cribs
A one-piece cribbing block for getting a vehicle up to working height. Interlocking cleats, a 16 by 10 inch footprint, 6 inches per block. Posting the design, not selling it.
Cyclist’s Garage Storage and Layout Design
Design proposal for a cyclist’s three-car garage: cabinets and french cleat on the home side, a bike shop and winter training space on the third bay.
Hot-Swap Bike Hitch Rack Dolly
A rolling dolly with a height-adjustable lift that raises a loaded bike hitch rack to receiver height. Load at ground level, roll it over, crank, slide in, pin. Concept, not yet built.
Chlorine Dioxide for Stubborn Odors
Chlorine dioxide (ClO2) is an oxidizing gas used to eliminate odors in serious remediation work - flood damage, mold, and biohazard situations. It works differently than enzyme sprays, ozone generators, or activated charcoal - worth a try if you have something smelly in your car or other space. When ClO2 gas contacts an odor-causing compound,…
Custom Steel Stair Railing System with Safety Gate, Minneapolis
A local client had a multi-part problem: a stairwell and landing in need of railings, an exploratory dog, and stair safety concerns with a baby on the way. And they wanted a unified and elegant design. They were pleased with the results in this full custom steel system, including kid-resistant gate and bespoke latch design.…
4th Gen 4Runner Owner Pro Tips
Overview Toyota’s 4th-generation 4Runner was made through 2003-2009 model years. They came in three trim levels - SR5, Limited, and Sport Edition - and with V6/V8 and 2WD/4WD configurations. Some notable changes through the model years: 05 got an engine update for the V8 2UZ-FE with VVTI and a bit of horsepower gain, 06 got…
Vehicle Undercoating Rust Protection Service
Hey folks, here’s some info on the undercoating service I provide! Price Product Process Notes I’ve been spraying wet film lanolin undercoating for 10+ years, spraying for clients here at my sole-proprietor shop. Bonus eyes on your vehicle: by my inspector nature, I’ll be taking a close look at your vehicle while I’m under there.…
SeatRack Headrest Material Hauler
I made the SeatRack to haul long material or items inside my vehicle securely. It’s a steel rack that slots in place of your vehicle’s seat headrests - including ring washers to protect your headrest mount and protective ball post caps. Contact me for pricing if you want some! It allows me to load more…
Make Your Kitchen Faucet a Push-Button Pressure Washer
I finally replaced the kitchen sink sprayer head that’s been degrading for too long. I’ve replaced it before with a standard common replacement, but this time I researched a little and found what I really wanted, a higher-flow version. And this Hibbent spray head also includes a high-pressure rinse “blade” mode - awesome, and it…
Can I Heat My Home When the Power is Out?
A few quick introductory categories, in case it’s helpful to someone: Smallest Solution To the extent that you don’t need to keep the whole house warm, it’s a lot easier to just generate enough heat for your body. Make your heated space smaller, like close off a room, or set up a tent, or just…