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Are DIY Windshield Repair Kits Any Good?
Today I perform a rock chip repair on the Tesla Model 3's windshield using a $13.99 kit from Amazon. I then compare the results against a previous professional repair.
I purchased the kit and supplies for the repair myself, and I am not sponsored or endorsed by the manufacturer of the repair kit.
Overall I found the repair kit to work well, though not perfectly. The center of the rock chip filled in nicely; however, the outward radiating cracks were still noticeable after the repair. As this was my first time using the kit, lack of experience probably contributed to any shortcomings in the results. The repair appeared visually comparable to a previous professional repair on a different rock chip, so I am definitely satisfied with the way it turned out. I found the kit easy to use and the instructions were easy to follow.
Let me know what you think, and thanks for watching!
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Slow TV - Driving the Buggy to Work on the Surface Streets
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Fall has arrived and it's finally been cool enough to drive the buggy to work for the first time this season! This isn't my typical video style; rather, it's intended to be more of a background/ambience video with a very chill vibe. Sort of like a TV fireplace or nature montage, but dune buggy themed. Something to go on the TV when guests come over or on your 2nd monitor at work. If you're not ...
Tesla Model 3 Tire Rotation and Tire Repair
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In today's video, I perform a front-to-back tire rotation on my Tesla Model 3. I also replace a leaking tire repair plug with a replacement plug. Activities shown in this video are preformed by an untrained amateur and may contain procedural errors. Attempt at your own risk. Audio used in this video: Itro & Tobu - Cloud 9 [NCS Release] Thanks for watching!
EFI and Ignition: 4-Coil DIY Engine Control Module
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After many months of test driving, the latest DIY engine control board has arrived! This PCB incorporates the same 2-sensor fuel injection system as my previously featured board, and now includes support for an optically-triggered high-energy ignition system! The mainboard and distributor board are designed around the VW air-cooled engine platform, and the optical interrupter is specifically de...
Complete PCB Assembly of the New 4-Coil Ignition/EFI Build
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The complete, uncut, 53-minute assembly of all components on a 4-Coil Ignition/EFI controller. Warning: This video may be boring to some audiences. Viewer discretion is advised. For the main video about this DIY engine control module, see here: ua-cam.com/video/3S8LlHKaa_o/v-deo.html
EMI Hardening the Arduino Nano for Automotive Applications
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In this video I briefly discuss some steps you can take to make your Arduino Nano more robust in an electrically noisy environment. This video will also be referenced in an upcoming tutorial video on the new 4-coil version of my DIY engine control module. Thanks for watching!
Preview: 4-Coil DIY Engine Control Module
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Coming soon: The latest version of my DIY engine control module system, now with 4 separate ignition coils!
DIY Fuel Injection Control Module - An In-Depth Look
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Today I show how I designed an implemented my homemade engine control module, complete with electronic fuel injection (EFI) and high-energy ignition (HEI) control features! This system is 100% open-source and all the PCB files, bill of materials, and Arduino code for it can be found on GitHub here: github.com/JohnPattersonConsulting/DuneBuggyEFI/tree/main/EFI+Ignition While you are more than we...
Building a Manx-Style Dune Buggy
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On today's video, I show the process of renovating an old 1964-vintage dune buggy! This project took most of Summer 2021 to complete, and it served as my daily driver from mid-September to mid-November this year. I cover all the steps, including improvements to the VW beetle chassis, design and construction of a custom roll cage, implementation of a custom EFI/HEI engine control module, prepara...
GoPro Hero 9 Unboxing
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In this video, I unbox my new GoPro Hero 9 action camera! I describe the steps needed to initially set up the camera, and additionally comment on some of its key features and capabilities. I'm looking forward to using the GoPro to capture content for my future videos! Thanks for watching!
NExT NFC Implant: 1 Year Update
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It's been one year since I self-installed my Dangerous Things NExT RFID/NFC implant chip, and it has performed flawlessly so far! In this video I go over a number of applications for the NExT as well as an in-depth tutorial on how to program NFC devices such as the NExT using an Adafruit PN532 breakout board. The NExT (among other useful biohacking tools) can be found on DT's website here: dang...
1920's Model Train Transformer: Vintage Tech Time!
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On today's video I attempt to repair a pre-WWII model electric train transformer. I perform an in-depth electrical characterization of the transformer, and finally, I figure out a way to use it as a charger for my laptop, electric skateboard, and a whole bunch of other portable devices. If you choose to do anything you see in this video yourself, you are doing so at your own risk. Thanks for wa...
TBI Fuel Injection for VW Air-Cooled Engine
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In today's video, I build a throttle body injection (TBI) intake adapter for the dune buggy! The throttle body is from a Zenith carburetor. I'm currently using a MAP and RPM sensor electronic control system based on the design in a previous video of mine: ua-cam.com/video/kj24iWmM_PU/v-deo.html Special thanks to نصائح و معلومات و منوعات for helping with research and development on the EFI contr...
Dune Buggy Rollbar System: Part 1
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In the first part of this multi-part short video series, I introduce my latest dune buggy project: building a reinforced rollbar system! This project will aim to make the buggy safer by providing some rudimentary rollover protection as well as side-impact protection. Today I'm preparing the dune buggy chassis for the roll system by installing some base plate rails, levelling the fiberglass body...
Electronic Fuel Injection with MAP and Points Only
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In the latest part of my dune buggy project series, I showcase an experimental two-signal electronic fuel injection (EFI) system! This system uses a manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor and the distributor points, along with the ideal gas law PV=nRT, to determine how much fuel should be metered into the engine by an injector. This system is currently only a prototype an needs significant ref...
Building a Plastic Melting Column
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Building a Plastic Melting Column
Are PC Builders' Kits from AliExpress Any Good?
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Are PC Builders' Kits from AliExpress Any Good?
Light Bulb Rectifier, Selenium Power Supply, and Alkaline Battery Recovery
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Light Bulb Rectifier, Selenium Power Supply, and Alkaline Battery Recovery
150-Amp Alternator on Air-Cooled 36HP VW Engine
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150-Amp Alternator on Air-Cooled 36HP VW Engine
One Power Supply To Rule Them All
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One Power Supply To Rule Them All
Final Update: 3 Years of USB
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Final Update: 3 Years of USB
Self-Implanting the NExT RFID + NFC Chip from Dangerous Things
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Self-Implanting the NExT RFID NFC Chip from Dangerous Things
36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 4: The Startup
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36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 4: The Startup
36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 3: The Assembly
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36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 3: The Assembly
36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 2: The Cleanup
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36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 2: The Cleanup
36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 1: The Teardown
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36HP VW Air-Cooled Engine Revival Part 1: The Teardown
EP 66 - Replacing Dell XPS 13 Battery
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EP 66 - Replacing Dell XPS 13 Battery
EP 65 - The Capacitive Dropper
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EP 65 - The Capacitive Dropper
EP 64 - Hacking a Power Inverter for Lower Cutoff Voltage
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EP 64 - Hacking a Power Inverter for Lower Cutoff Voltage
EP 63 - Single Transistor SMPS: 2 Years Later
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EP 63 - Single Transistor SMPS: 2 Years Later

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  • @tariqmurbati4473
    @tariqmurbati4473 5 днів тому

    you did vary cool project keep it up 👌👌👌

  • @alexavelar934
    @alexavelar934 9 днів тому

    Looks great. 👏👏

  • @MrSammmy0302
    @MrSammmy0302 17 днів тому

    Nice work!!

    • @MrSammmy0302
      @MrSammmy0302 17 днів тому

      i got a question on the board there's 2 set of transistors T3-T8 not label on board can you reply with the right orientation

  • @user-oc2py2qk9j
    @user-oc2py2qk9j 27 днів тому

    It cut faster cause of the space that opened up for the chips of metal to go. It wasnt a closed space. But love what your doing. Im in the middle of swaping a 200cc engine on to my honda grom clone. And im thinking i might have to go with fuel injection. Due to space and your videos are definitely helping

  • @cocotower
    @cocotower 27 днів тому

    The vacuum stage is totally bogus.

  • @stevewoodyt
    @stevewoodyt Місяць тому

    Black socks with black shoes. Good man!

  • @3bmbm3
    @3bmbm3 Місяць тому

    Thanks for kind sharing ! Is your Jack Stand 2-ton ? or might it require more to support Model 3 ?

    • @DielectricVideos
      @DielectricVideos Місяць тому

      @@3bmbm3 I was using 3-ton stands, so each should be adequate to support the 4054 lb curb weight. Since the car isn't balanced entirely on one jack stand, there is also plenty of safety margin on 3-ton jack stands.

  • @josephroussel3195
    @josephroussel3195 Місяць тому

    Could this be used to slowly charge a solar battery?

  • @tonycoke1440
    @tonycoke1440 Місяць тому

    Which transistors positions are the PNP and which are the NPN? I'm sure I should know how to figure this out, but I don't yet. I just received my PCB's and started assembling :-) Thanks for the design and videos!

    • @DielectricVideos
      @DielectricVideos Місяць тому

      The NPN transistors are T3, T5, and T7, and the PNP transistors are T4, T6, and T8. Thank you!

  • @icarossavvides2641
    @icarossavvides2641 Місяць тому

    For wasted spark systems, you would usually use double ended coils.

  • @Kevinrichardsonministries
    @Kevinrichardsonministries Місяць тому

    Old but Great Video... Very Helpful... Thumbs Up !!

  • @projectsspecial9224
    @projectsspecial9224 Місяць тому

    Nice work!! I myself work on ECU/EMS systems on heavy equipment and off-road IC/EV engines so I have a Great appreciation for people like you! Thank you for sharing.

  • @Chris_A_
    @Chris_A_ Місяць тому

    Sorry bud, the roll cage that you have constructed is Sub Par. The forward "Roll Bar " WIIL NOT provide roll over protection. Yes, it looks nostalgic yet provides ZERO protection. Review the most current NHRA or SCTA/BNI rule books to gain the knowledge of safety cage requirements. I do wish you a safe and enjoyable experience. The Mailman

  • @FaustoGomes
    @FaustoGomes Місяць тому

    Excellent video, thank you. . You said the ground works as a return path but I would argue that it does not (in certain situations) and you can see that by measuring the non-ohms law effects on the transmission of high voltage and frequency, similar to the way you did in your video. Also different materials were used for the transmission line including water tubes, carbon cables and glass, meaning really very high resistance or completely isolated. . The research shown in this video presents those effects of non ohmic laws power flow. ua-cam.com/video/zd5zACpg8M4/v-deo.html . Now, one key element here is frequency, in your case you are 60 or 50hz but in the research of the video presented it is much higher. . Anyways, man, great work and perfect transcript.

  • @Micklund
    @Micklund Місяць тому

    If a widow has a crack longer than 10 mm the screen needs replacing!

  • @euphobic1
    @euphobic1 Місяць тому

    Poor little geiger was trying to save your life so hard

  • @drunkshenanigans8102
    @drunkshenanigans8102 Місяць тому

    I would love for you to help me properly program it for an aircraft, I have a EZ30 H6 (original) installed in a aircraft, currently it runs on the stock ECU however would love to do a custom ECU and programming specifically to configure for this application

    • @DielectricVideos
      @DielectricVideos Місяць тому

      I would suggest not using this system in an aircraft application, as such a use case requires a higher standard of reliability than a road car, and consumer-grade electronics such as the ones used here are not suitable for the application.

  • @treybolding3387
    @treybolding3387 Місяць тому

    As a dealer tech that’s done plenty of these repairs I’ve seen a really helpful trick for getting the crack lines to fill in away from the center. While the hole is filling with resin, lightly heat the inside of the windshield with a lighter starting at the middle of the chip and working outwards along the crack lines. This helps thin the resin to better get into the cracks!

  • @46ntwo46
    @46ntwo46 Місяць тому

    Great job thanks

  • @cascapoint809
    @cascapoint809 Місяць тому

    Bird translation, turn that ship down.

  • @user-th8sz1wu3o
    @user-th8sz1wu3o 2 місяці тому

    I have a new 13000watt predator generator it has a AVR it has a RV serge protector between generator and transfer switch. My concern is THD the generator uses less than 50 percent of the running watts. Anyone have any recommendations

  • @BGittins1
    @BGittins1 2 місяці тому

    The safety issue here is that you cannot privide effctive electrical safety protection eg short circuit or earth fault protection are not possible. Further the step potential at your earth stake is probably OK in your soil, but say someone does this in dry sand they could be killed if they touched the earth rod. I agree with the transfer voltage dangers which you do cover , but the casual implications of a near by swiming pool is scary.... I recommend you take site down before someone gets killed

  • @keithv4452
    @keithv4452 2 місяці тому

    Arduinos are so simple why not just put it chip down? the 328, a crystal and 2 caps is all you need.

  • @tiaide9910
    @tiaide9910 2 місяці тому

    So I ordered this kit and reading the instructions I was absolutely confused, unmotivated, and I even started to look up professional repairs. This video was clear, and made this process super easy for me!! Thank you 1000 times from Texas!!

  • @tylerhiggins3522
    @tylerhiggins3522 2 місяці тому

    My first car in 1989 was a 1975 standard Beetle, first year of fuel injection. I could bury the speedometer on that thing.

  • @colombiaconduce1527
    @colombiaconduce1527 2 місяці тому

    What if I drop a copper bar with a wire attached into a waterhole in order to get more amps? I guess 30 mts down will improve amps readings .?

  • @theshazman
    @theshazman 2 місяці тому

    Trying to find an answer to my question here. Hopefully you see this. I am constrained for space and I need to run them basically 10 over 10 slight askew. Is it possible to connect 10 pairs of 2 parallel modules in series? So (++)(--)(++)(--) etc. Where I essentially have 10 battery pairs that are parallel, running in a 10 series configuration. Thanks!

  • @stevestikihutable
    @stevestikihutable 2 місяці тому

    Why didn’t you finish series?

  • @TeSoad90
    @TeSoad90 2 місяці тому

    Awesome explanation of SWER

  • @procrast
    @procrast 2 місяці тому

    hi, could you explain how this guy is able to light a 240v light bulb using a 12v battery and the one wire system, using ground as the other 'channel'? ua-cam.com/video/2qWKI_2q4jM/v-deo.html what's going on there? thank you

  • @limabravo6065
    @limabravo6065 2 місяці тому

    I bought a megajolt lt Jr distributorless ignition board off of an ebay store last year. As advertised it was supposed to come with the board, processors, and everything else to be soldered to the board. When it arrived the pkg contained the board and processors notbing else ,and when I sent a what the hell email to the seller all I got in response was "no refunds" and then the store closed😂

  • @limabravo6065
    @limabravo6065 2 місяці тому

    Oh if you ever go to welding on anything galvanized, grab some muriatic acid at the hardware store. The acid eats the galvanic coating quickly and completely, then just rinse and weld away.

  • @limabravo6065
    @limabravo6065 2 місяці тому

    Dude that manifold is cool as shit well done

  • @DonaldMcKenzie-nn4pw
    @DonaldMcKenzie-nn4pw 2 місяці тому

    In 1861 telluric energy was discovered in the Alps. Today this technology is commonly called an earth battery, EB. Earth batteries work great at producing voltage. We can build an earth battery in series and create as many volts as desired. However, the amperage in an EB is very low. This is what has hindered the usefulness of the amazing earth battery. Here is how to build an earth battery. ua-cam.com/video/aCCK132OIGA/v-deo.html Adding amperage is quite simple and key to making real power. Power = Amps * Volts. We have to increase the current in amps to produce any real power. A simple law of physics shows that wiring in parallel will add the amps of the power sources. We need to introduce a source of high amps. A solar panel wired in parallel to the EB will give the circuit much needed amps. I built this and tested it several times. It works. This hybrid system can produce limitless green energy. The secret will be to have a special solar panel built. One that wires all the photovoltaic cells in parallel to maximize the amperage. One 4 inch square photovoltaic cell produces 3 amps. This super amp solar panel will make the system a powerhouse.

  • @BarbarossaTheOcean
    @BarbarossaTheOcean 2 місяці тому

    This is the question that I was wondering the answer for too long. Thank you for the explanation. I am also wondering that where the neutral wire goes from our homes? To power plant or transformer? Where does it connect?

    • @DielectricVideos
      @DielectricVideos 2 місяці тому

      The neutral wire typically goes to a common grounding conductor that is shared between all loads in a given section of the distribution system. This is connected to grounding conductors at each utility pole and to the neutral/center taps of the transformer secondaries. Any neutral current from your house completes the circuit by returning to the transformer center tap on the secondary side.

    • @BarbarossaTheOcean
      @BarbarossaTheOcean 2 місяці тому

      @@DielectricVideos wow thank you for your quick reply one mystery solved for me!

  • @hadleymanmusic
    @hadleymanmusic 2 місяці тому

    you cant tap that ground you put a recepticle and cut that ground you break that transforner load?

  • @MalinowyWampir
    @MalinowyWampir 2 місяці тому

    Great explanation. One thing I would like to know how to connect an oscilloscope without damaging it. I have a 230v diesel power generator and I would like to measure output sine wave. I'm concerned damaging the oscilloscope if I connect neutral probe to the chassis and the positive probe to 230v load.

    • @DielectricVideos
      @DielectricVideos 2 місяці тому

      I usually connect the oscilloscope with the ground pin removed from the power cord. This can also be dangerous, though, as the chassis of the scope can become live. A safer way is to plug the oscilloscope into an isolation transformer.

    • @MalinowyWampir
      @MalinowyWampir 2 місяці тому

      @@DielectricVideos I need to take a look into this, thanks. Maybe portable oscilloscope will be a solution.

  • @hadleymanmusic
    @hadleymanmusic 2 місяці тому

    6:38, you just need an improved hendershot generator

  • @Dazdigo
    @Dazdigo 2 місяці тому

    This is still an explosive hazard. Would be better to do outside or a shed that has ventilation. Alternatively, you could use a pilot light or a spark gap to recommend the gasses after they vent off.

  • @johndyson4109
    @johndyson4109 2 місяці тому

    I have 4 RPA-16 amps. 4 15.24 towers and 4 PBG-18 passive subs.. 2 JBL party box 710's and 2 Party box 310's.. Rockville ROCKS! JBL party boxes are pretty kool too! I love the bulb box you built..!

  • @maxtornogood
    @maxtornogood 3 місяці тому

    The more ridiculous the number, the lower the actual capacity is!

  • @Your.God.is.a.Delusion
    @Your.God.is.a.Delusion 3 місяці тому

    I hope you become a teacher/professor. ALso aluminum is a better farady cage and cheaper.

  • @_THUMPR_
    @_THUMPR_ 3 місяці тому

    Have you tried party speakers like the jbl 310? I wonder how these rockvilles compare to the more expensive jbl's.

  • @CowdreyC
    @CowdreyC 3 місяці тому

    129 ft pounds is the factory spec? Dang Im used to 76ft lbs.

  • @TheRevolution12345
    @TheRevolution12345 3 місяці тому

    Hi, can you specify which transistors are pnp and which ones are npn? I can’t seem to find that specification and they are only labeled T3-T8 on the board. Thank you.

  • @nickhartliep6610
    @nickhartliep6610 3 місяці тому

    Great video! Any update on this project?

  • @tompaoletti690
    @tompaoletti690 3 місяці тому

    Anytime you use the word “Thus” Whoa! Great job! You should produce your own kit 👍

  • @fixyourautomobile
    @fixyourautomobile 3 місяці тому

    Fantastic sub-genre of Automotive engineering! I'm in between many projects, but this has me thinking. Can you utilize a mechanical-electronic gate such as for example, On a single cylinder engine with a magneto on the flywheel, If we placed a hall window and sensor on the flywheel for roughly 45-90 degrees before TDC, in effect creating a crank sensor? With a single cylinder, all we would need is a gate and the map sensor to modify pulse width. I would throw temperature out the window, run it slightly rich, and adjust the fuel pressure to get there. (edit) - Since the single cyl doesn't use a distributor, I'm interested in the simplest solution. Running a Tecumseh 4hp on a pocketbike frame with a billet connecting rod and 24mm Mikuni carb clone. What do you think of this for a simple single injector, single cylinder setup?

  • @BVN-TEXAS
    @BVN-TEXAS 3 місяці тому

    How does this work if you have a MRI

    • @jaxonlyrics3430
      @jaxonlyrics3430 3 місяці тому

      It’s MRI SAFE!

    • @BVN-TEXAS
      @BVN-TEXAS 3 місяці тому

      @@jaxonlyrics3430 cool beans. Really making me think about getting on of these darn this.

  • @SpasticSpelunker
    @SpasticSpelunker 3 місяці тому

    It should be mentioned that alpha particles (although not the most penetrating) are the most ionising and alpha sources are very hazardous if ingested as internal tissue is more susceptible to radiation. The Russians have proved this on multiple occasions when they use Polonium-210 to assassinate people.