We are saddened to hear about John Wackman's passing. He had visited us in Brooklyn not only to meet & greet us, but also to research repair culture for his book, Repair Revolution. He's strengthened an already vibrant repair community in the Hudson Valley. We'll miss him dearly. ... See MoreSee Less
2 weeks ago ·
Fix it, Chuck! Joe Holdner and Robert Saffer tell Chuck Schumer to "use all the tools" to postpone filling Brooklyn's beloved Ruth Bader Ginsburg's seat until after the election. Signs by artist/activist/fixer Julie Peppito. ... See MoreSee Less
3 months ago ·
Our Tweet got featured here!Here are some easy ways to keep track of your screws during a repair: bit.ly/34dR29C ... See MoreSee Less
4 months ago ·
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10 Things to Know Before You Buy Refurbished Electronics
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Buying a refurbished device can help you save money, but don’t go into it blind. These tips will help you get a deal and avoid being ripped off when buying a smartphone, laptop, tablet, and other el...6 months ago ·
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How to recover data from a hard drive (stuck heads: buzzing, clicking, etc)
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Does your hard drive make a buzzing noise when you turn it on? Or does it make clicking noises or not spin up? Well, in this video I will show you how to fix...6 months ago ·
I have a non-working HEPA Wet Dry Vac I'd like to get rid of. I think it needs a new motor. Here's the CL ad:
Please see the CL ad:
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*Needs repair!* Vacmaster 8 Gallon HEPA wet dry vac with 2 Stage...
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Doesn't turn on. I think it might need a new motor; I think I might have overheated the motor--I...6 months ago ·
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How to Buy Tech That Lasts and Lasts
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All of our tech products will one day become obsolete, but here are some strategies to buying gadgets that you can enjoy for many years.7 months ago ·
Our knee-jerk answer to the headlined question is a resounding "it depends", namely on the cost of use & operation. Cheaper printers can bite back with higher-priced ink, too. ... See MoreSee Less
Ask iFixit: Should I Even Bother Trying to Fix This Stupid, Busted Printer?
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My friend Jill asked me recently about fixing printers. A printer seems like something you should be able to fix. Actually trying to fix it, though...7 months ago ·
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The 12 Best How-To Sites That Everyone Should Bookmark
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Need some help with life's chores and tasks? Here are some of the best how-to sites that everyone needs to bookmark today.8 months ago ·
Dropped the leaf blower and it landed in an unfortunate manner. Some small pieces are in the lawn (and probably can't be recovered).
How would you reattach the handle and secure it to be used as before the drop? ... See MoreSee Less
8 months ago ·