Cotton is also blended with other materials to get the maximum benefits out of both cotton and the other material. Although many people assume that pure cotton is better than cotton blends, most cotton blends are stronger and more easy … Continue reading →

For leather material that is a little thicker and more stiff, perhaps in the 3 – 5 oz. range, a thicker thread, such as bonded nylon #92 is recommended. If the sewn leather will bear a load or be used … Continue reading →

You can use invisible thread both in your needle and bobbin or, more usually, it may be paired with conventional thread in your bobbin. Use the smallest needle you can. Because they are so fine and made from a single … Continue reading →

The primary purpose of hand wraps is to protect a fighter’s most important weapon—their hands! Your hands are made up of many fragile joints and delicate bones that could easily break from the impact of repeated punches. What happens if … Continue reading →

Compared to the street-rod scene, where enthusiasts can spend thousands of dollars on individual chromed billet parts, very few rat rods cost more than $5,000 total. A lot of rat rodders build cars for much less because they are able … Continue reading →

Cork is such an exceptional flooring underlayment option because it helps with home acoustics, is comfortable to walk on, it is durable, assists with stress crack prevention, insulates the home, is environmentally sustainable, has health benefits, has various installation methods, … Continue reading →

How do you fix a broken pole? If your rod snapped, you can mend it together with a fiberglass pole and epoxy to hide the break. When one of the guides breaks, you can remove it and wrap a new … Continue reading →

Nut Coke means coke otherwise meeting the quality specifications in Schedule A and of a size equal to or greater than 3/8 inch and less than 3/4 inch. What is nut coke used for? In the blast furnace route of … Continue reading →

When compared to wrought materials, composites are more brittle and more easily damaged. There are some issues with their repair. For instance, materials need refrigerated transport and storage. Similarly, special equipment is required for hot curing in many cases. What … Continue reading →

In fact, the diode module in a fiber laser typically last three times longer than other technologies. Most lasers have a life of around 30,000 hours, which typically equates to about 15 years’ use. Fiber lasers have an expected life … Continue reading →

Yes you can soften it by heating with a torch until red hot and holding for approx 5 minutes. How do you make hardened steel soft again? How to Soften Steel Place the steel in a heat treat oven or … Continue reading →

February 22, 2012 By Bruce Kieffer. Long drill bits reach where ‘regular’ drill bits just can’t. Aircraft drill bits are long drill bits originally designed for use in the aircraft industry where they often need to drill holes reaching through … Continue reading →

How do you use a plumbers strap? Use your free hand to pass a nail or screw to the hand holding the strapping. Press the fastener through the strapping’s fastener holes and onto the mark that indicates the position of … Continue reading →

The main difference between these two tools is that the Stone Axe cannot chop down trees, while the regular Axe can do so in just two hits. This means that which Axe you craft ultimately depends on what you need … Continue reading →

You can use, a spinning set up, egg roll method, lure and live bait as alternatives to using a fly rod. Where And How Can I Obtain The Egg Sacks? They will leave a scent trail that will draw fish … Continue reading →